Selling Your Film & Staying Positive with Director, Producer Zain Ayub

From recruiting his cousins for DIY films in high school to producing acclaimed short films, music videos, and feature work like Sahelah, Zain Ayub has carved out his own path in the screen industry.

In this episode of The Producer and the Publicist, Zain shares his journey from indie beginnings to professional success—along with the real talk every filmmaker needs about resilience, pitching, and networking.

What You’ll Learn:
✨ How to sell your film and get it seen
✨ The power of networking & creating lasting industry connections
✨ Managing your own (and your crew’s) mental health on set
✨ Why adaptability is the secret to success
✨ The best way to get started—just start shooting!
Zain’s all about making filmmaking accessible and is happy to connect with listeners looking for
advice or mentorship. Reach out to him directly at [email protected].

Instagram: @zainxayub

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zain-ayub/

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