The Hollywood Guide

Episode 7 | Script Writing Competitions

In this episode, I explored the pros and cons of script writing competitions and went over the nuts and bolts writers should pay attention to before submitting their scripts to them. The deadline to submit your script to BET's Project Cre8 competition is April 18th, 2020. https://filmfreeway.com/CRE8 [https://filmfreeway.com/CRE8] Support the show [https://ko-fi.com/courtneyjonathas]

Episode 6 | Sound Expert Kyle Jacobsen

For this episode, I invited freelance sound mixer and boom operator Kyle Jacobsen onto the podcast to talk about all things concerning sound! Kyle has over 80 sound credits on IMDB for various TV shows and movies and had a lot of information to share about what it's like to work in the sound department on set. Besides sharing the pros and cons of his job, he also provided listeners with some resources they can use to learn more about the sound industry. Don't forget to rate, comment, and subscribe! Follow Courtney on Twitter: @Courtneyj_media Email: thehollywoodguide@gmail.com  Support the show [https://ko-fi.com/courtneyjonathas]

Episode 5 | Filmmaker Kelsey Bona

For this episode, I invited filmmaker Kelsey Bona from Hayden Street Productions onto the podcast to discuss her journey to Los Angeles and to talk about what it's like to be a production supervisor in Hollywood! She talks about how long it took her to find a job and delves into L.A.'s social and professional culture. You won't want to miss this! Don't forget to rate and subscribe! Follow Courtney on Twitter: Courtneyj_media Email: thehollywoodguide@gmail.com  Support the show [https://ko-fi.com/courtneyjonathas]

Episode 4 | Filmmaker Dalton Ibarra

In this episode, which was recorded in October of 2018, filmmaker Dalton Ibarra joins the show to discuss his recent move to Los Angeles. He gives great tips on how to prepare to move there and also gives good insight into the work/social culture of Hollywood. Most importantly, Dalton thoroughly explains how to network effectively in order to leverage connections into jobs! Don't forget to rate and subscribe! Dalton's website:  https://daltonibarra.wixsite.com/daltonibarra Follow Courtney on Twitter: Courtneyj_media Email: thehollywoodguide@gmail.com  Support the show [https://ko-fi.com/courtneyjonathas]

Episode 3 | Stagecoach Entertainment

In this episode, which was recorded in November of 2018, literary manager Evan Lewis of Stagecoach Entertainment joins the podcast to discuss how he goes about helping writers find jobs; whether that be a staff position or freelance work. He also talks about the most popular trends in the TV/Film industry, the difference between an agent and a manager, and gives some advice new writers can use to get a manager. Don't forget to rate and subscribe! Follow Courtney on Twitter: Courtneyj_media Email: thehollywoodguide@gmail.com Support the show [https://ko-fi.com/courtneyjonathas]