Synopses & Reviews
In this candid guide, an entertainment industry veteran offers a witty and informative inside look at the primary professions in the movie business. Through the study and observations of hundreds of films about working in Hollywood, this volume provides a compelling portrait of the Hollywood work culture.
Readers will discover real-life, yet upbeat portraits of the "shredder" jobs of the industry, such as assistant or d-girl, and how they can lead to "keeper" jobs of actor, agent, or studio executive. Each career overview features a clever analysis of the classic film characters who memorably played these jobs on screen; an insightful rewards-risks assessment of the job; and a brief look at such essential job qualities as durability, length of stay, "Food Chain Value," desirability factor, and prerequisites.
Part how-to guide, part historical document, and part social commentary, this book will delight career-seekers, Hollywood insiders, and film aficionados alike.
Review
"Finally, someone with practical Hollywood experience has written a knowledgeable and wryly entertaining 'how-to' guide to the business warts and all." Jeffrey Kurtz, producer
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"A true primer to the industry fun, informative, and destined to become an essential guide for anyone considering a career in the Hollywood creative community." Elena San Gabino, program director, Bravo network
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"Drawing upon her extensive knowledge of movies and the film industry, Laurie Scheer provides a comprehensive, insightful and engagingly readable view of what it takes to make it in the multitude of Hollywood careers." Deena Weinstein, professor of scoiology, DePaul University
Synopsis
In this candid guide, entertainment industry veteran Laurie Scheer offers a witty and informative inside look at the primary professions in the movie biz.
About the Author
Laurie Scheer has worked as an assistant, d-girl, producer, and network vice president for some of the most powerful media conglomerates in the world. She has helped MTV, Showtime, and Nickelodeon launch some of their most successful formats, has developed numerous network series and TV/cable movies, and is the producer of several independent feature film projects.
Table of Contents
Introduction --ch. 1.Actor --ch. 2.Agent-manager --ch. 3.Assistant --ch. 4.D-girl --ch. 5.Director --ch. 6.Press --ch. 7.Producer --ch. 8.Production and crew --ch. 9.Studio executive --ch. 10.Writer --ch. 11.Lot life --ch. 12.Wrap-up.