Networking For Introverts
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Other education that may be of interest to you:
8 Concrete Strategies For Breaking In When You Don’t Know Anyone
As we always say at Stage 32, perfecting your craft is only half of your job - the other half is networking! So, how do you meet the right people to move the needle on your career when you don't know anyone? We've brought in industry veteran Jessica Sitomer, who has over 20 years in the industry as a development executive, producer of 3 TV shows, writer and career coach for the Cinematographers Guild. Through the years she has perfected the art of networking - helping creatives grow their networks from one to two people to hundreds. When she moved to Los Angeles, she knew two people and one of them moved the day after she got to LA. She made it her mission to learn how to survive and thrive in the creative industry. In this Stage 32 Next Level Webinar Jessica will go over the eight concrete strategies for breaking in when you don't know anyone and will offer plenty of tips for successful networking. There are exercises and actionable information you can use to help you start connecting and thriving!
How to Move to LA and Work in Entertainment
Learn directly from Jessica Sitomer, a Producer, Writer and Entertertainmant Industry Coach! Millions of people dream of moving to Los Angeles (or a new production city), and every year thousands do... and every year thousands go home. Why? Because, they had a dream but they didn't have a plan. Moving to Los Angeles (or a new production city) is challenging when you are in the entertainment industry, for many reasons. Learn why in this webinar, so you don't make the BIG mistakes that so many others do. There is definitely a right way and a wrong way to move to Los Angeles, and after coaching people who followed my system and coaching people who didn't, the results and timeframes are staggeringly different. In this webinar, I will discuss the challenges of getting work, growing your contacts, and making money and how to overcome them. Having helped many people make the move from small cities or other countries, I've developed a very specific pre-move strategy and arrival plan. Whether you’re planning a move or recently moved to LA (or another production city) this is the webinar for you.
How To Network As An “Out Of Towner"
Learn directly from Jessica Sitomer, International Entertainment Industry Speaker, Career Coach, and Author who has had her writing produced by an Emmy Award winner, produced TV herself and has coached thousands of professionals who work in the entertainment industry! In this Stage 32 Next Level Webinar, you will learn the cultural differences between the way Angelinos and New Yorkers go after work in comparison to the UK, Canada, Atlanta, New Orleans, etc. If you are uncomfortable asking for work, or have seen what you consider “aggressive” strategies, your host Jessica Sitomer is going to modify her typical networking strategies and techniques to appeal to you! Yes, you can be polite, and still get work! You will leave the webinar knowing: How to meet people who can hire you in a natural, authentic way. How to connect with people on social media without being annoying. How to get your “horn tooted” without you having to “toot your own horn”. Networking tips for genuine connections. How to stay in touch with a new connection without being a pest. How to feel more comfortable and confident in the work generating process. Your host Jessica Sitomer is a world traveled speaker and panel moderator who modifies her topics to fit the needs and the culture of the participants in each location. She has coached thousands of people worldwide, and is proud to see her clients’ names on almost every TV and film she sees. Simultaneously, Jessica works as a professional in the entertainment industry, on shows for ABC, Nickelodeon, Showtime, MTV, and had her writing produced by an Emmy Award winning producer. Brought back by popular demand, she is here exclusively for Stage 32 to pass on her knowledge and experience of working with thousands of people, just like you, to make your journey to find work a comfortable ride.
Get an Agent and Rock Episodic Season!
Learn directly from Jessica Sitomer, International Entertainment Industry Speaker, Career Coach, and Author, as well as Producer of three TV shows, actress, produced writer and development associate! Episodic season is around the corner, and if you don’t already have an agent or manager, now is the time to strike! Easier said than done, right? What if we told you there was a proven strategy for finding and obtaining legitimate representation no matter your creative discipline? In this Stage 32 Next Level Webinar, host Jessica Sitomer will reveal that, through interviewing agents and having her own representation through the years, there is a strategy for getting agents! Stage 32 is thrilled to bring back Jessica Sitomer to teach! Jessica consistently receives 100% satisfaction ratings on her webinars and classes (see reviews below!) and has a knack for providing excellent, immediately useful information in a genuine and easy to implement way. You will leave the webinar knowing: What type of client are you? The three ways Agents categorize their clients (you may not like the one you fall under). Three questions an Agent wants to know before taking you on. 4-step strategy for getting an Agent. How to rock episodic season with an in-depth plan. How to meet more people. Your host Jessica Sitomer is a world traveled speaker and panel moderator who has coached thousands of people worldwide, and is proud to see her clients’ names on almost every TV show and film she sees. Simultaneously, Jessica works as a professional in the entertainment industry, on shows for ABC, Nickelodeon, Showtime, MTV, and had her writing produced by an Emmy Award winning producer. She is here at Stage 32 to pass on her knowledge and experience of working with thousands of people, just like you, to make your journey a comfortable ride.
10 Ways To Get The Most Out Of Casting Director Workshops
Learn directly from Jessica Sitomer, Acclaimed International Entertainment Industry Speaker, Career Coach, and Actress, as well as Producer of three TV shows, author, produced writer and development associate! As episodic season is about to start, so are Casting Director workshops. They are a great way to learn and improve your craft, and if you approach them correctly, create lasting relationships with the CDs who teach them. Instead of performing, leaving and sending a thank you note, usually never hearing from the CD again, learn how to stand out in the room and make a lasting impression! In this Stage 32 Next Level Webinar, designed exclusively for this community of actors, host Jessica Sitomer will reveal how much more value you can get from Casting Director workshops than you’re currently getting. You will learn unique questions to ask during the Q&A portion of the workshops, how to brand yourself for the specific CD in the room, how to know when you’re annoying a CD, Jessica’s proven campaign follow up strategy and her “Casting Director Attractor” relationship building strategy. You will leave this webinar knowing how to get the most out of any and all Casting Director workshops you attend! Jessica Sitomer has coached thousands of people worldwide and is proud to see her client’s names on almost every TV show and film she sees. She’s here at Stage 32 to pass on her knowledge and experience to you, to make your acting journey a comfortable ride.
Selling "You": Crafting Your 10, 60 & 120 Second Elevator Pitch
“So, what do you do?” – the inevitable question that always comes when networking. You know how they say you never have a second chance to make a first impression? It is absolutely true in the creative industry. Networking and meeting new people always begins with how you introduce yourself. Any connection you make comes from your ability to sell "you" in an intriguing and inviting manner to make another person want to connect with you. Sometimes you have only 10 seconds, sometimes you have 1-2 minutes, and each pitch approach is different. We've brought in Jessica Sitomer who is a long-time expert in the entertainment industry having worked in all areas, from writing and acting to directing and development. She's produced a sitcom pilot as well as two television series, one for MTV and one that is now in post-production. Jessica will be teaching Selling "You": Crafting Your 10, 60 & 120 Second Elevator Pitch. When Jessica was first taught the concept of an elevator pitch in the 90’s, it was all about clearly stating what you do and how you help people in the amount of time it would take to go 10 - 30 seconds in an elevator with someone. NOT ANY MORE!!! The elevator pitch for the new millennium is about standing out by being interesting and memorable! With so many distractions - cell phones, social media, videos, etc. - you must GRAB someone when you're introducing yourself. Jessica is going to teach you how PLUS provide live examples from fellow creatives on how to craft the perfect pitch. . You will walk away with a clear indication on how you can creatively answer “So what do you do?” next time you are asked.
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