Participating companies will vary. Here are a few supportive and iconic businesses on the agenda….
- SAG/AFTRA
- NBCUNIVERSAL
- THE DIRECTORS GUILD
- HOLLYWOOD CENTER STUDIOS
- TMZ
- E! ENTERTAINMENT
- SIX TOP TALENT AGENCIES
- THE WRITERS GUILD
- STELLA ADLER- LOS ANGELES
- CBS STUDIOS
- SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY - BRENTWOOD BROKERAGE (LINK)
WRITERS ACTORS FILMMAKERS
Developing a
Transition Plan
- Financial Planning
- Journaling and Executing Realistic Goals
- Job Hunting
- Connect with a House/Roommate before your departure
- Q&A with Participants Who’ve Made the Move
- Foreign Participants- A law firm with a Comprehensive Range of US Immigration Expertise Explains the Process To Obtaining a Working Visa (limited space in this workshop)
Becoming a
Hollywood Insider
- A Breakdown of The Los Angeles Film Industry with Your Questions Addressed
- Explore Inspiring Journeys Leading to Hollywood Success
- Networking Lesson and Opportunities- Build and Nurture Connections
- Career Advancement Strategies for Success
- Portfolio Development
- Social Media for Film Industry Professionals
- An Overview of Unions, Guilds and Associations
Discovering
Powerful Resources
- Affordable Housing Solutions
- An Essential City Bus Tour
- Realistic Side Hustle Tips & Tricks
- Relocation Best Practices
- Budget Friendly Companies for career developing purchases (film houses, legal, training, supplies and more
WHERE TO START
Learn about the ins and outs of Hollywood while participating in critical career development workshops and programs that will connect you to your dream job!
The Hollywood Immersion will alter your career path in just one weekend.
ALL OCCUPATIONS AND SKILL LEVELS ARE WELCOME!
PERFECT FOR RECENT GRADS AND INDUSTRY ROOKIES
LOOKING TO NETWORK AND MAKE CONNECTIONS.
The Hollywood Immersion weekend provides comprehensive insight from strong players in the Los Angeles film industry. You already know how to act, make films or write scripts – now, you need to learn how to differentiate yourself from the thousands of other artists attempting to make it BIG in Hollywood. The tips, resources, skills and new connections you gain at The Hollywood Immersion will stick with you for the rest of your career.
This is NOT a film, acting or writing workshop. You probably had great training and/or know where you can find
a great class. This is ALL BUSINESS! We are immersing you in tips and tricks that differentiate you from every other
film artists attempting to win in the Los Angeles Film Industry.
Christopher Hampton
IOWA
Sarah Talbot
NEW YOIRK
Greta Maki
LONDON
Paula Diaz
PUERTO RICO
John Yaeger
TORONTO
G. Marcano
LOS ANGELES
The Hollywood Immersion
Program Schedule
Day -01
Be Inspired and Begin Your Journey
10:00 AM – Check in
- Begin your Immersion- With your presubmitted questions, we prepare a morning that will pull back the vail of Hollywood mystery and allow every participant to begin this weekend throwing uncertainties out the window.
- A Study of Success- An inspiring look at the road to Hollywood for some of the most successful film industry professionals
- Why is Hollywood the Place to Be
- Creating a Goal Journal and Committing to it.
- How to Network: Tips, Opportunities and How to Manage Those Leads.
4 – 7PM- Break
Mingle, mixer and PARTY –
Enjoy an exciting evening of mingling and networking with other industry rookies from all over the world. This is your first opportunity to make strong connections that will set you up for success in Hollywood.
10 PM – End of evening
Day -02
Explore Los Angeles and Plan for Success
8:30am to 11:30
Exploring Los Angeles- A bus tour to highlight some tips and tricks on living in the city of dreams. Plus, some fun sight-seeing along the way!
12:30 to 4:30
- Post-Grad Training Opportunities – Niche-focused educational courses for acting, writing or filmmaking
- Entertainment Industry Associations, Guilds, and Unions- Rich resources for film industry professionals
- The Cost of Living in Los Angeles- Financial planning for film industry professionals
- Employment Resources and Money-making tips OR Immigration Workshop: How to obtain working papers and sponsorship
7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
NETWORKING – Use your knowledge from the first two days to get up close and personal with movers and shakers in Hollywood, keeping an eye out for connections and opportunity.
Day -03
Taking Major Leaps and Preparing Your Portfolio
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Making the Move –Beginning the journey to LA on
- paper and answering your questions
- Social Media- Essential practices for film industry professionals
- Portfolio Development-Media assets to help you stand out
END OF EVENT and the beginning of the next chapter in your life!
Day -04
Optional
Add This Day for a More Personalized Immersion
8:45 AM to 10:45 AM
Choose one of the following career advancement activities:
- Social media Account development with a specialist
- Submissions to Agents- A virtual connection
- Consultation with an Expert in your Field
- Attorney Consultation on Visa issues
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Choose one of the following career advancement activities:
- Submissions to Agents- A virtual connection
The following assets may be completed in your hometown but please note we are reviewing, consulting, and creating by Los Angeles standards.
- Actors: Complete a talent reel and have a professional headshot taken
- Writers: Review and consultation for a competitive portfolio
- Filmmakers: Review and consultation for a competitive sizzle reel
