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Film and television offer a whole variety of careers for those lucky enought to break in. Written by an independent producer wih long experience of film, television and video production, this book provides an introduction to careers in feature film making, commercials, documentaries, animation, television, studio and outside broadcasts and much besides.

This is a book about the US motion picture industry - its structure and policies, its operations and practices. It looks at the processes that are involved in turning raw materials and labor into feature films. It describes the process of film production, distribution, exhibition and retail - a process that involves different markets where materials, labor and products are bought and sold. In other words, this is a book about how Hollywood works - as an industry. How Hollywood Works: - offers...

The authoritative, standard reference on artist management in the music industry expands its insights even further in this updated edition, including developing e-business, the MP3 controversy and its lingering ramifications, copyright licensing on the Web, navigating trade identity issues on the Net, domain names, and the high-tech fight against cyber piracy. For managers in the music/entertainment field as well as musicians, music publishers, and company personnel

This is now the bestselling guidebook on the subject has been completely updated with all the latest sightings.

For those who wish to appear on stage as well as those who prefer to work behind the scenes, ""Career Opportunities in Theater and the Performing Arts, Third Edition"" profiles more than 70 jobs in all branches of theater and the performing arts. The appendixes have been completely reviewed and updated, and two new profiles have been added - celebrity personal assistant and vocal coach. Career profiles include: Actor/Actress, Booking agent, Casting director, Celebrity personal assistant, Costume...

Veteran agent Steve Stevens offers insight into breaking into TV, movies, etc-particularly in the LA market.

Since the 1980s, the theme park industry has developed into a global phenomenon, with everything from large, worldwide theme parks to countless smaller ventures. From the first pleasure gardens to the global theme park companies, this book provides an understanding of the nature and function of theme parks as spaces of entertainment. Illustrated throughout by worldwide case studies, empirical data and practical examples, the book portrays the impacts of theme parks as global competitive actors,...

A highly successful, award-winning independent producer shares his funny, practical, and innovative approach to breaking into film or television, whether you want to direct, act, write, or produce It doesn't take film school or expensive, high-tech equipment to make a brilliant-and marketable-movie today, says successful maverick producer Dean Silvers. For aspiring filmmakers, it's easier than ever to produce-and sell-their work. Secrets of Breaking into the Film and TV Business is packed with...

Did you know that most of the biggest indie filmmakers, screenwriters, and producers working today each made the same avoidable mistakes early on in their careers? The Reel Truth details the pitfalls, snares, and roadblocks that aspiring filmmakers encounter. Reed Martin interviewed more than one hundred luminaries from the independent film world to discuss the near misses that almost derailed their first and second films and identify the close shaves that could have cut their careers short. Ot...

Getting ahead in standup comedy means having an original slant on things. Many books and comedy classes offer "secrets" and "formulas" intended to make the aspiring comic a big success. In How to Be a Working Comic, author Dave Schwensen points out that the performers who are in demand never follow the same path--and neither should you if you want to excel in this demanding, competitive profession. Offering more insiders' advice than any other manual, this book shows you how to try out material;...

Follow the development of fairground rides, as they have grown taller, scarier, and more fantastical through engineering skill, design and ambition.Get to grips with the mind-boggling advances that have been made in engineering. Find out about awe-inspiring buildings and technology. he books in the Awesome Engineering series are filled with impactful artwork, diagrams and explanations that make the awesome feats of engineering easy to understand.Bright and bold artwork, alongside clear...

Eddie Mannix and Howard Strickling are virtually unknown outside of Hollywood and little-remembered even there, but as General Manager and Head of Publicity for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios, they lorded over all the stars in Hollywood's golden age from the 1920s through the 1940s--including legends like Garbo, Dietrich, Gable and Garland. When MGM stars found themselves in trouble, it was Eddie and Howard who took care of them--solved their problems, hid their crimes, and kept their secrets. T...

The first time Chris works for Hollywood agent Iris Burton, her number one client is the fabulous River Phoenix, big money maker and Oscar nominee. But River was spiralling out of control and ends up dead of a drugs overdose outside LA's the Viper Room. The second time Chris works for her she has Joaquin Phoenix in Gladiator. But by this time the corporate agencies are circling ...the Hollywood jungle is merciless and Iris is getting older and madder than ever. Iris is 5ft 2 - her coat is leopar...

Play Directing: The Basics introduces theatre students to a step-by-step process for directing plays, including advice on devising. Beginning with a historical overview of directing, this book covers every aspect of the director’s job from first read to closing night. Practical advice on finding plays to produce, analysing scripts, collaborating with the design team, rehearsing with actors, devising company creations, and opening a show are peppered with advice from working professionals and ac...