independent production
nounUK /ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt prəˈdʌkʃən/
US /ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt prəˈdʌkʃən/
Making a movie or show without a big company paying for it.
The small studio made an independent production with a tiny budget.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The act of making goods or services by a person or group that is not controlled by a larger company.
The factory switched to independent production after leaving the big corporation.
3. A show or play put on by a group that is not part of a large organization.
The theater's independent production of the musical was a local hit.
4. Creating something on your own without help from a major backer.
Her independent production of the podcast gained a loyal audience.