Rob Hardy

Rob Hardy is a filmmaker, writer, and entrepreneur who has made significant contributions to the independent filmmaking community. He wrote for No Film School, a popular indie film website, from 2013 to 2015.12 During his time there, he authored hundreds of articles on various aspects of filmmaking.3

After his tenure at No Film School, Hardy founded Filmmaker Freedom and Ungated, platforms where he helps creatives learn marketing and earn a living without relying on traditional gatekeepers.1 He currently resides in Tucson, Arizona, with his cat Swanson, and enjoys playing guitar in his spare time.1

Career Highlights

Filmmaking and Writing::

• Started his journey in filmmaking by creating a site called Filmmaker's Process, focusing on mindset, storytelling, and career aspects of filmmaking.1
• In 2018, he shifted his focus towards marketing and entrepreneurship, rebranding to Filmmaker Freedom.1

Entrepreneurial Ventures::

• Founder of Ungated (www.ungated.media), a site dedicated to helping indie creators achieve financial freedom.1
• Created the "Freedom Fighters" community, aiming to provide valuable resources and connections for filmmakers.1

Philosophy and Approach:: Hardy believes that indie filmmakers can make a great living with work they care about by creating for niche audiences and developing essential marketing skills.1 He is passionate about reinventing the business of film to make it more accessible and profitable for independent creators.1

Currently, Hardy describes himself as a "filmmaker in hibernation," focusing more on the business and marketing aspects of the industry rather than active film production.1 His work spans various creative fields, including film, music, writing, and podcasting, with the goal of empowering creators to succeed independently.1