Six To Live and Write in L.A.

In this chapter, we’ll prepare you for the day-to-day hustle of Hollywood. From building a reliable reputation to negotiating your own contracts… . We’ll transform you from a novice writer into a screenwriting entrepreneur, capable of inventing your own paid screenwriting opportunities, all while protecting yourself (and your ideas) along the way.

“Not My Department… ”

The fantasy for many of those on the creative side of the movie business is that one day their talents will simply be recognized and they’ll suddenly find themselves being represented by Hollywood’s ultimate trio of defense: (1) A major Hollywood agency, fighting tooth-and-nail on their behalf for every project; (2) a big-wig talent manager, running ...

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