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Welcome to Reel Talk: Secrets to Success where we get real advice from industry insiders on how to make it in the movie business. Our guests look back at their own careers, sharing how the scored their breakout opportunity and the biggest lessons they've picked up along the way. If you're looking to start a career in the entertainment industry, then this is the perfect place to learn how to get your foot on the door.
In this episode, I'm joined by Ilan Breil. Formerly a literary manager, he now focuses his time in producing and offering script consultant services. Throughout his career, he has helped launch several television creators/showrunners, including Jon Bokenkamp (The Blacklist), Scott Rosenbaum (The Shield, Queen of the South), Monica Owusu-Breen (Lost), Conrad Vernon (Producer/Director Sherek 2 & 3 and Sausage Party) and Andy Reaser (Grey's Anatomy), among many others. With over 20 years of experience, he has worked with all mejor studios and networks, and has an extensive contacts network that includes managers, agents and buyers. He currently also has a slate of tv and films in different stages of development.
As a consultant, he assist in navigating the choppy politics of getting your script exposed and read by the entertainment business at large. He is able to provide specific information about the industry (seek advice/guidance), offer script/development consulting or guide you on how to get your material ready for distribution.
To contact Ilan regarding his services, please email him at [email protected] or visit ilanbreil.com
To start your own networking, come join "Tina's group" The Entertainment Industry COLLABORATORS Facebook group where filmmakers from across the globe and in all areas come together and learn from each other:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/EntertainmentIndustryCollaborators
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Welcome to Reel Talk: Secrets to Success where we get real advice from industry insiders on how to make it in the movie business. Our guests look back at their own careers, sharing how the scored their breakout opportunity and the biggest lessons they've picked up along the way. If you're looking to start a career in the entertainment industry, then this is the perfect place to learn how to get your foot on the door.
In this episode, I chat with Kimberley Browning. An expert on all things film festivals, Kimberley shares some of the key things to keep in mind in order to build a successful festival strategy that best works for your specific film. She explains the different types of relationships we have with our movies, and the importance of being critical in certain decisions. She also talks about the importance of festivals in general, and how they can help us advance our careers as a filmmaker.
Originally a musician, Kimberley made a successful transition to filmmaking early on. She is now a director, producer and festival programmer. She is also the founder of the Hollywood Shorts Film Festival, which she continues to be the director of. Furthermore, Kimberley offers consultation services to help filmmakers build a festival strategy that will serve their project, saving the money in entrance fees for festivals that just aren't the right fit.
To start your own networking, come join "Tina's group" The Entertainment Industry COLLABORATORS Facebook group where filmmakers from across the globe and in all areas come together and learn from each other:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/EntertainmentIndustryCollaborators
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Welcome to Reel Talk: Secrets to Success where we get real advice from industry insiders on how to make it in the movie business. Our guests look back at their own careers, sharing how the scored their breakout opportunity and the biggest lessons they've picked up along the way. If you're looking to start a career in the entertainment industry, then this is the perfect place to learn how to get your foot on the door.
In this episode, I chat with the always amazing Cheryl L. Bedford. A producer, line producer, educator and activist, Cheryl is the founder of Women of Color Unite and the JTC list, as well as spearheading the #StartWith8 initiative. One of my absolutely favorite people in the industry, she actively works to bring down barriers and create space for all marginalized people.
In her usual candid manner, Cheryl shares the key role mentorship has played in her own career, the importance of connecting with others on a human level, and how one must always forge their own way. In the episode, Cheryl shares stories, hurdles she's had to overcome, and her advice for those that are just starting out. She also shares her key strategy to get someone's attention when surrounded by people during festivals.
For more on WOC and how to collaborate and/or join: https://wocunite.org
To acquire the JTC List: https://thejtclist.com
To start your own networking, come join the The Entertainment Industry COLLABORATORS Facebook group where filmmakers from across the globe and in all areas come together and learn from each other:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/EntertainmentIndustryCollaborators
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Welcome to Reel Talk: Secrets to Success
A brand new show that's all about getting real advice from industry insiders on how to make it in the movie business. Our guests look back at their own careers, sharing how the scored their breakout opportunity and the biggest lessons they've picked up along the way. If you're looking to start a career in the entertainment industry, then this is the perfect place to learn how to get your foot on the door.
In this episode, I chat with K. Elle Jones. She is the founder of ELLEvate NOW Creative Media and KEJ Network. Elle’s work is focused on amplifying, producing & distributing diverse stories for Women of Color, GenXers, women-led brands, and companies. She also created & produced “Beauty Behind The Brand Live,” an innovative, original remotely produced live television docu-series, which is globally distributed on her own streaming TV Network.
Elle talks about seeing the opportunities in what's available to you. She also talks about the possibilities of the current times thanks to the leveled playing field. We talk about what has allowed her to stand out. The "breakout" opportunities that end up not being so, but open doors. We also talked about the importance of being able to pivot and find new ways to do things. A disruptor, Elle is determined to elevate voices, change paradigms and find new ways to do things.
If you'd like to join a community of active filmmakers, come check out The Entertainment Industry COLLABORATORS Facebook, where creatives from across the globe and in all areas come together and learn from each other:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/EntertainmentIndustryCollaborators
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Welcome to Reel Talk: Secrets to Success
A brand new show that's all about getting real advice from industry insiders on how to make it in the movie business. Our guests will look back at their own careers, sharing how the scored their breakout opportunity and the biggest lessons they've picked up along the way. If you're looking to start a career in the entertainment industry, then this is the perfect place to learn how to get your foot on the door.
In this episode, I’ll be chatting with Louise Brix Andersen. A Danish-born, Barcelona-based writer and director, she most recently, directed and spearheaded a short film that was produced remotely with collaborators from 8 different countries. She is also in the development stage of an anthology series, picked up by a Danish production company.
Louise talks about the advice she wishes she had gotten before certain decisions, the key role networking has played in her new developments in her career, and the lessons from leading a remote project. She also shares the challenges she has encountered in the Barcelona industry, and the steps she’s been taking to overcome them.
To start your own networking, come join the The Entertainment Industry COLLABORATORS Facebook group where filmmakers from across the globe and in all areas come together and learn from each other:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/EntertainmentIndustryCollaborators
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Welcome to Reel Talk: Secrets to Success
A brand new show that's all about getting real advice from industry insiders on how to make it in the movie business. Our guests will look back at their own careers, sharing how the scored their breakout opportunity and the biggest lessons they've picked up along the way. If you're looking to start a career in the entertainment industry, then this is the perfect place to learn how to get your foot on the door.
For the very first episode, I’ll be chatting with Eric Brodeur. An editor and producer, he’s worked on both independent and big studio films, including the latest Transformers. He also funded, along with his business partner, Exit 44 Entertainment, a production company under which they write and produce feature films and episodic series, as well as represent projects for film sales.
Eric talks about the big difference between independent and union films, and how to make the transition from one to the other. He also shares about the importance of networking, how to make sure to have successful networking, and how to nurture the relationships with the people in your circle.
To start your own networking, come join the The Entertainment Industry COLLABORATORS, Facebook group where filmmakers from across the globe and in all areas come together and learn from each other:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/EntertainmentIndustryCollaborators
