The entertainment industry does a great job of creating an illusion of how it operates, but how does it really work? Learn from top Hollywood filmmakers what really goes on behind the scenes, and how that impacts your career.
Learn what opportunities exist for a career in the film industry, how to choose the right one, and the best way to prepare for a long, successful career.
Like they say, it's all who you know... and they're right. In this module, learn the art of networking, meeting people, and navigating the trecherous waters of Hollywood.
In this module, you'll explore the studio system, learn who the players are, who the mini-majors are, the ever-evolving role of the studios as new corporate conglomerates, the types of movies they are making, and how you can be part of it.
Learn how to get your project through the studio approval system, what studio executives are looking for, and how studios work with directors and producers.
Learn, step-by-step, how to build a business plan that will appease even the savviest investors. Hollywood producers take you through the process so you can go into the fundraising process confident in the movie you’re selling.
Learn how to choose the right actors for your movie, work with distributors in the development process, determine the value of your creative talent, how to attract top-tier talent, and ultimately make your movie attractive to distributors and audiences.
Learn the different between an agent and a manager, the roles each fulfill, how to get one, the costs involved, and how to use their services to promote your career.