sneak peek
Here are a few panels we are stocking up before we open for public submission in January. Join us!
Here are a few panels we are stocking up before we open for public submission in January. Join us!
Antoinette Van Sluytman, dana newman, and others TBA...
Meet and learn more about the vital role of Literary Agents. We'll discuss what they're looking for, thoughts on the current market, and their "watch outs" with new clients ... bring your questions!
These agents will also be available for pitching sessions.
leonard chang, miranda bailey, and others TBA...
Ever wondered what the architects behind TV shows and movies do? Here we'll delve into the diverse and pivotal roles of producers, demystify their responsibilities and challenges with the folks behind Awake, Justified, Diary of a Teenage Girl, and many others. Our panelists will also share strategies about story creation, collaboration, financing, budgets, and navigating the distribution landscape. Yum!
Paul S. Levine
Join agent and lawyer Paul discussing the ways authors can make money, including how they can profit from their books being "bought" by third-parties, such as the sale of movie and TV rights and audiobooks.
Natalie Obando
Agent and publicist Natalie shares her enormous experience by sharing with you the deep dive lowdown on getting started - and ramping up - your PR and Marketing strategies.
Bring your notebook for this one!
Colette Freedman, Yvette foy, and others tba
Join Colette - whose work has been performed around the world, including as dramaturg on Carnegie Hall’s Mozart: Her Story, and who is the Dramatic Writing Program Officer at Antioch University and professor of writing at NYFA and Studio Arts - alongside Yvette, who works in the writers' room of The First Wives Club (BET) + others discussing the real world of a working screenwriter: how they got there and what they've learned.
Caleb ward, jill bennett,
and lauren neal
Caleb has collaborated with leaders in filmmaking, from Oscar-winning studios to everyday creators, and serves as CEO of Curious Refuge, the first online home for AI filmmakers. Here he will share insights on cutting edge AI trends before queer actress and activist Jill and actor, director, and film editor Lauren will share how they brought their feature film to life using AI.
Jeremy Schraffenberger, toby harper, clint margrave
Find out what Jeremy, editor of the North American Review + Toby, publisher of the Los Angeles Review + Clint, poetry editor of the Chiron Review are looking for in submissions, how they view the current and future literary landscapes, and their role elevating established and emerging voices.
TBA
Curious about the difference between agents and managers in the film world - and how the hell do you get one? Join us.
Panelists announced soon!
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