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TV Writer Representation 101 (PT31)
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Length:
29 minutes
Released:
Feb 13, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Alex and Nick discuss the basics of getting an agent or manager representation as a television writer (also known as "TV Lit" representation).
What are the main differences between agents, managers and entertainment lawyers? What will they do for you, and what will you be able to do for them? When are you ready to be represented? Should you get an agent or manager first?
The Paper Team makes some calls...
SHOWNOTES
Content
1 - What is representation for TV writers? (0:35)
2 - The artist/rep relationship (2:00)
3 - Should you get a rep? (11:06)
4 - FAQs and common myths (21:38)
Takeaways and Resources (26:32)
Links
Mike Ovitz meeting in "The Late Shift" (Video)
The Geometry of the Deal
WGAW's Signatory Agency List
Networking 101: How to Talk With People in Hollywood (PT05)
How to Follow Up (Without Seeming Desperate) (PT07)
Getting Your TV Script Read (PT29)
Resources
"How to Get an Agent" - TV Calling
"How to Manage Your Agent" - Chad Gervich
Special thanks to Jason J. Cohn for helping us edit this episode.
If you enjoyed this episode (and others), please consider leaving us an iTunes review at paperteam.co/itunes! :)
You can find Paper Team on Twitter:
Alex - @TVCalling
Nick - @_njwatson
If you have any questions, comments or feedback, you can e-mail us: ask@paperteam.co
What are the main differences between agents, managers and entertainment lawyers? What will they do for you, and what will you be able to do for them? When are you ready to be represented? Should you get an agent or manager first?
The Paper Team makes some calls...
SHOWNOTES
Content
1 - What is representation for TV writers? (0:35)
2 - The artist/rep relationship (2:00)
3 - Should you get a rep? (11:06)
4 - FAQs and common myths (21:38)
Takeaways and Resources (26:32)
Links
Mike Ovitz meeting in "The Late Shift" (Video)
The Geometry of the Deal
WGAW's Signatory Agency List
Networking 101: How to Talk With People in Hollywood (PT05)
How to Follow Up (Without Seeming Desperate) (PT07)
Getting Your TV Script Read (PT29)
Resources
"How to Get an Agent" - TV Calling
"How to Manage Your Agent" - Chad Gervich
Special thanks to Jason J. Cohn for helping us edit this episode.
If you enjoyed this episode (and others), please consider leaving us an iTunes review at paperteam.co/itunes! :)
You can find Paper Team on Twitter:
Alex - @TVCalling
Nick - @_njwatson
If you have any questions, comments or feedback, you can e-mail us: ask@paperteam.co
Released:
Feb 13, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
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