REPRESENTATION
Agents and Managers
Agents and Managers
Lesson Overview:
Here's the deal... You need representation to advance to the next level. But what is representation and why do I need it? Where do I find it? What do I need to do to get noticed? While it may seem like a bit much at this point, representation is relatively easy to understand - just somewhat difficult to secure. Let's discuss the different types of representation screenwriters (as well as actors, directors, etc) need in order to access the industry of filmmaking.
READ ► Agents or Managers?
Click the READ NOW button below to check out Joel Eisenberg's article on representation from ScreenCraft to start thinking about which path might be best for you when it comes to Agents vs. Managers.
WATCH ► Overcoming the Challenge...
Click the WATCH NOW button below to check out an interview with screenwriter Corey Mandell and Film Courage about the challenge of securing representation and what you can do about it...
WATCH ► How to Find Representation
Click the WATCH NOW button below to check out an interview with screenwriter Erik Bork discussing the four ways in which a new writer can find representation.
CREATE ► Black List Profile
Click the CREATE NOW button below to get started on your Black List Writer's profile - a free online space where writers and filmmakers can discover each other and a great place for you to start your search!
QUIZ ► Representation
After engaging with all the various materials in this Lesson, click the START QUIZ button below to answer questions based on the material.
EXTRA ► Creative Integration
Click the WATCH NOW button below to see an interview with Corey Mandell talking about his "Creative Integration" strategy when it comes to writing original screenplays!
EXTRA ► How to Get a Manager
Click the READ NOW button below to check out William Yu's article for Medium discussion how he secured his Screenwriting Manager and consider the steps you can take to do the same.