The Hollywood Guide

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 Support the show

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

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

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

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

In this episode, which was recorded in November of 2018, Anabel Boyanova and Jordan Mahoney of Groundswell Productions discuss the company's approach to TV/film development, they touch on what they think makes a good script standout, and also give some insight about their daily job duties! Enjoy and please subscribe! Season 2 of "SMILF" is scheduled to premiere on Showtime on January 20, 2019. Season 4 of "The Magicians" is scheduled to premiere on Syfy on January 23, 2019. FX's "Snowfall" has been renewed for a 3rd season, so be on the lookout for a 2019 premiere date. Follow Courtney on Twitter: @Courtneyj_media Email: thehollywoodguide@gmail.com Support the show

In the inaugural episode, which was recorded in October of 2018, "Supernatural" staff writer Davy Perez discusses his journey within LA's entertainment industry so far and gives new writers sound career advice about how they should navigate Hollywood. He gives suggestions about what kinds of scripts they should be writing, explains how they should go about selling themselves, and gives advice detailing how they should pursue their dreams if they currently live outside of the entertainment capital. Don't forget to rate and subscribe! "Supernatural" is scheduled to continue its 14th season on the CW on Thursday, January 17th! Follow Davy on Twitter: @davyperez Follow Courtney on Twitter: @Courtneyj_media Email: thehollywoodguide@gmail.com Support the show