Synopses & Reviews
Hollywood Drive: What it Takes to Break in, Hang in & Make it in the Entertainment Industry is the essential guide to starting and succeeding at a career in film and TV. Written by a Hollywood insider, Honthaner’s invaluable experience and advice will give those attempting to enter and become successful in the entertainment industry the edge they need to stand out among the intense competition. Because while film school prepares students to write a script, direct a scene and operate a camera, few newcomers enter the job market understanding how this business truly works and how to land a first job—much less succeed in the industry.
Hollywood Drive is not merely a book about what it takes to get your foot in the door. It goes beyond that by offering you the tools, attitude, philosophy and road map you’ll need to give yourself a good fighting chance at success -- whether you’re looking for your very first job or for a strategy to move your career to the next level. This book will allow you to proceed with your eyes wide open, knowing exactly what to expect.
Hollywood Drive explores the realities of the industry: various career options, effective job search strategies, how to write an effective cover letter and resume, what to expect on your first job, the significance of networking and building solid industry relationships, how a project is sold, and how a reel production office and set operate. You’ll learn how to define your goals and make a plan to achieve them, how to survive the tough times, how to deal with big egos and bad tempers, and how to put your passion to work for you.
* Hollywood insider with 20+ years of experience provides realistic advice and tips on getting a first job and moving up in a tough industry
* Covers a variety of career choices and the basics of how a production is set up and run
* Includes must-have information on breaking into both Hollywood and smaller markets nationwide
Review
"Whether you're attending film school, already have a foot in the door, or are just thinking of getting into the biz--Hollywood drive is essential for anyone serious about a career in the entertainment industry. Eve has combined academic basics, practical advice, and "reel" world experience into an invaluable resource guide that will surely help you achieve your objectives." Steve Molen, Production Executive, DreamWorks, SKG
"Finally, an honest glimpse into how to really get in and get started in Hollywood. Eve combines personal experience with professional knowledge, and
it makes for a great read." Chris Moore, Producer
(Good Will Hunting, American Pie, Project Greenlight)
Review
od. Eve combines personal experience with professional knowledge, and
it makes for a great read." Chris Moore, Producer
(Good Will Hunting, American Pie, Project Greenlight)
Review
is Moore, Producer
(Good Will Hunting, American Pie, Project Greenlight)
About the Author
Eve Honthaner has been working in the entertainment industry in the field of production management for many years. Some of her credits include: Titanic, Just Married, Joy Ride and In Dreams. In addition to teaching at USC’s Summer Program, she’s been an instructor at The International Film & TV Workshops in Rockport, Maine and she is the founder of the Los Angeles-based networking organization Film Industry Network.
TV Workshops in Rockport, Maine and she is the founder of the Los Angeles-based networking organization Film Industry Network.
Table of Contents
Introduction; Fade in on Reality; The Good, The Bad and The Ugly; Key Ingredients to a Successful Career; Career Options; Some Other Interesting Choices; Life Will Not Go According to Plan if You Have No Plan; Starting Out; Job Search Strategies; The Resume and Cover Letter; Interviews and Meetings; No One Ever Said It Would Be Easy! What You Can Expect Once You Land Your First Job; Networking and Schmoozing; Getting Through the Next Door; Pitching and Selling; Reel Production; You're Not in Film School Anymore, Toto; Show Biz Survival Techniques; Advice From the Experts; Remembering Why You Got into This Business to Begin With; Eve's Recipe for Success; Glossary; Web Resources