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I am a Former VP, Production for Walt Disney Motion Pictures Group, who has departed to begin producing his own films. I am also the author of the book GET A REEL JOB: Finding Your First Job In The Motion Picture Industry In Los Angeles. I can answers questions on a variety of subjects about careers in film from acting to directing to crew work, getting into the unions, successful strategies for networking, etc.
Past/Present Clients
I've worked with such filmmakers as Jerry Bruckheimer, Tony Scott, Steve Zaillian, Scott Rudin, Garry Marshall, Frank Marshall, Michael Bay, etc.
What do you like about this subject?
The motion picture and television industry is fun! It can be very rewarding, but one must recognize that one can spend a lifetime working in it, and never be a success at it.
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Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| am | 11/13/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Tracy | 11/07/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Makes sense. Thanks |
| keegan | 10/14/09 | 8 | 7 | 10 | 10 | |
| Jenn | 10/06/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks so much! |
| taiki | 09/16/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for your knowledgeable insight! I ..... |
Recent Answers from Phil Nemy
2009-11-08 dream of becoming a professional actor:
Pablo, Thanks for writing. If you're serious about a career in acting, you should transfer to a university or college that offers a BFA degree in acting. Try and get into one of the better ones so you
2009-11-07 hi:
Derek, In my book, GET A REEL JOB, there is a chapter for those wishing to move to Los Angeles that details the costs of living and pursuing a career in LA. In the appendix there is a detailed breakdown
2009-11-06 Spellbound the Musical:
Paul, Thanks for the information. Based on what you've shared, since you've had Tony and Daniel involved, you ought to have them introduce you to Kevin McCollum, the broadway producer of IN THE HEIGHTS
2009-11-05 frustrated:
Jared, If you're not living in Los Angeles, you'll never get called into an audition. You MUST BE HERE for the long haul, primarily because auditions can pop up at a moment's notice and you'll be needed
2009-11-05 frustrated:
Jared, Thanks for writing. I wish I had more encouraging words for you, but I believe you'd rather hear the truth that my telling you lies. The reality of pursuing an acting career in Los Angeles is
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