Sean Rappleyea

I lead capital strategy, financial oversight, and investor-grade validation for founders, producers, and growth-oriented enterprises. My practice transforms creative or nascent concepts into rigorously underwriteable ventures, engineered to align with analytical standards and resonate with investment committees across film, media, AI, Real Estate, and adjacent high-growth domains. - Investment committee-calibrated packaging, encompassing integrated operating and financial models, projections, capitalization tables, comparative analyses, sources and uses reconciliation, and capital deployment frameworks attuned to institutional benchmarks. - Comprehensive diagnostics that identify structural gaps, rectify logical inconsistencies, and calibrate projects to authentic mandate thresholds and prevailing market dynamics. - Management of inbound deal flow, including submission triage and filtration of speculative elements to safeguard capital integrity and maintain investor confidence. - Direct collaboration with producers, entrepreneurs, and executive teams to architect financeable entities optimized for capital acquisition, distribution pathways, and scalable expansion. - Function as a capital steward, ensuring representations remain accurate, empirically defensible, and accountable throughout execution and delivery. *Rapp Consulting is a business strategy consulting firm. I am not a licensed broker. Only FINRA-registered broker-dealers may receive transaction-based compensation or percentage-of-raise commissions for capital raising in the United States. Unlicensed individuals are prohibited from accepting any transaction-based compensation, backend fee, or equity as compensation for raising capital. Equity, warrants, or profit participation in exchange for fundraising or introductions is classified as transaction-based compensation and requires broker-dealer registration.* ©Rapp Consulting, LLC 2025. All rights reserved. No guarantees of outcome are made or implied.

Private Capital Access & Deal Structuring | Film, Media & Emerging Ventures I provided specialized guidance to founders, producers, and entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of private capital markets. Collaborating directly with clients, I designed investment-ready structures, facilitated connections to qualified capital sources, and ensured opportunities aligned with the rigorous standards of institutional investors and funds. Operating independently from any specific fund or brokerage, my focus encompassed: - Capital access strategies and deal packaging for high-potential ventures - Investment readiness assessments and project triage - Structuring recommendations for equity, debt, and hybrid financing instruments - Advisory services on investor-facing materials, risk mitigation, and market positioning Throughout this engagement, I bridged creative vision with investor rationale across film, media, and innovation sectors, positioning projects for substantive capital engagement. I am not a licensed broker. Only FINRA-registered broker-dealers may receive transaction-based compensation or percentage-of-raise commissions for capital raising in the United States. Unlicensed individuals are prohibited from accepting any transaction-based compensation, backend fee, or equity as compensation for raising capital. Equity, warrants, or profit participation in exchange for fundraising or introductions is classified as transaction-based compensation and requires broker-dealer registration.*

- Established and managed production offices, negotiating vendor agreements and securing competitive bids, leading to cost savings on equipment rentals and expendables. - Coordinated domestic and international travel logistics for cast, producers, and directors, ensuring smooth transitions between locations and minimizing travel-related delays. - Managed SAG cast and stunt contracts, oversaw daily PRs, and maintained cast and crew lists, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to meet production deadlines. - Utilized industry software including Scenechronize, DAX, and SmartPo to streamline document workflows, improving production efficiency and organization.

- Successfully delivered the production of MOTHERLAND at MPI, optimizing workflows to elevate both production efficiency and creative output. - Demonstrated exceptional organizational acumen by coordinating intricate shoot schedules, facilitating seamless inter-departmental collaboration to meet crucial production milestones. - Fostered a cohesive production environment by bridging communication across departments, driving enhanced synergy and operational efficiency throughout the project. - Proactively identified and resolved production challenges, ensuring the project remained on schedule and safeguarding the integrity of the production timeline.

- Successfully managed multiple departments in a low-budget production, ensuring all daily shoots were completed on time and within budget, despite limited resources. - Coordinated and streamlined scheduling for a cast and crew of over 50 people, reducing potential conflicts and improving overall efficiency by 20%. - Took on additional roles in production management, from securing locations to handling last-minute cast changes, minimizing disruptions and keeping the project on track. - Resolved logistical challenges such as equipment shortages and tight turnaround times, avoiding production delays and ensuring the project was delivered ahead of schedule.

- Managed logistics for a large-scale studio production, coordinating transportation, call sheets, and daily schedules to align all departments for each shooting day. - Oversaw distribution and tracking of production paperwork, ensuring compliance with CBS's standards and maintaining accurate records. - Collaborated with department heads to preempt and resolve production delays, keeping the schedule on track while managing budget constraints. - Coordinated communication between studio executives, talent, and production teams, ensuring alignment with creative directives and operational needs.

- Coordinated production logistics for multiple NYC locations, securing permits and managing street closures to facilitate uninterrupted filming. - Oversaw the synchronization of period-specific wardrobe, set design, and props to meet the production’s creative and historical accuracy requirements. Managed complex music licensing and clearance processes, ensuring the seamless integration of Wu-Tang Clan tracks into the production. - Reorganized shooting schedules and reallocated resources to mitigate delays caused by weather and location changes, keeping the project on track and within budget.

- Organized and facilitated competitive bids and negotiated cost-effective deals for equipment rentals and services, optimizing budget efficiency for a lower-budget studio project. - Managed transportation logistics for cast and crew, including rental vehicles, parking coordination, and handling Ez Pass accounts to streamline daily production operations in New York. - Acquired child work permits across NY, NJ, and CT, ensuring compliance with state laws and minimizing disruptions to filming schedules involving minors. - Drafted and processed confidential and non-confidential deal memos for high-profile talent and crew, ensuring timely execution while maintaining confidentiality.

- Coordinated the production process for an indie film with a tight budget, managing scheduling constraints and maximizing efficiency across departments to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. - Handled complex travel logistics for cast and crew, including last-minute adjustments and international travel arrangements, keeping production on track despite unforeseen challenges. - Managed vendor agreements and oversaw equipment rentals, ensuring all resources were secured within budget while maintaining high production standards. - Prepared and submitted L&D reports, managed workers' compensation claims, and ensured compliance with legal requirements, mitigating production risks.

- Supported the production office setup from scratch, establishing key workflows and communication channels specifically tailored for the fast-paced demands of a pilot production. - Coordinated the assembly and distribution of essential production documents, including preliminary call sheets and deal memos, ensuring all departments were fully equipped and organized ahead of each shooting day. - Organized initial location scouts, secured permits, and facilitated rapid responses to last-minute location changes to ensure the pilot stayed on track despite evolving creative needs. - Tracked pilot-related production expenses and processed purchase orders, contributing to accurate budget forecasting and cost control during the crucial first phase of production.

My journey at Full Sail University shaped the foundation of my career in the film industry. Through the Bachelor of Science in Film program, I explored every facet of the filmmaking process, from screenwriting and directing to the finer details of set design and production management. This immersive experience allowed me to discover my passion for aligning creative storytelling with strategic execution. Starting with fundamental skills in the associate-level courses, I built a solid base in the technical and creative aspects of filmmaking. As the program advanced, I focused on hands-on learning, specializing in production leadership and understanding the business side of film. The program pushed me to take on challenges, collaborate with talented peers, and refine my ability to bring stories to life—both creatively and logistically. Cum Laude, Creative Minds Scholarship Recipient, Global Professional Standard, Pure Motivation

Earning my Master's degree in Entertainment Business from Full Sail University equipped me with advanced expertise in the business and management strategies essential for leadership in the entertainment industry. This program allowed me to deepen my understanding of financial planning, publishing and distribution, and contract negotiation—skills I now apply to securing capital and managing high-profile independent film projects. The program culminated in a hands-on final business plan, enabling me to blend creative vision with strategic execution. It was here that I honed my ability to align creative concepts with financial and operational strategies, a cornerstone of my approach to producing A-list independent films today.