No matter how good you are, when you get to the professional world, you will be competing against thousands of people who are better. So, there is no “good” … there is no “good enough” … there’s only the never-ending pursuit of being stronger. Start now.
In other industries, people apply for a job, get hired, then move to the new city to start their new gig. Not in Hollywood.
Most TV shows are written by staffs, so they’re not actively looking for new scripts, writers, or story ideas. But that doesn’t mean they never take submissions.
There are some phenomenal books out there … and some total stinkers. Here are eight of the best …
Finding an agent to represent you is not done by sending queries, e-mailing strangers, or submitting scripts. Finding an agent is something that must be EARNED.
Agencies are the best starting place for anyone launching a Hollywood career… even if you don’t want to be an agent. Many networks, studios, and producers won’t even hire assistants who don’t already have agency experience.
If screenwriting is not a “calling,” if it’s just something you’ve thought about trying when you have some spare time… then I say, “don’t bother.” Because you will be trampled by hordes of other screenwriters—of all ages—who want it more badly, and are willing to do more to get it, than you do.
This is not an industry, or a career, where work can be half-assed. If you choose not to treat this like a professional career, YOU WILL NOT HAVE A PROFESSIONAL CAREER.
The absolute best way to network in the industry… is to GET A JOB IN THE INDUSTRY. If you’re not working in the industry, you stand almost no chance of breaking in.
