Advisor Studio sessions feature intimate, moderated conversations with Sundance Advisors who are working artists and media industry professionals that contribute their expertise to the Collab community via courses, classes, office hours and events. In the Studio events, Advisors share field experiences and insights into their specific areas of craft, including writing, directing and producing for TV and film.

In this intimate conversation with talent representative Josh Goldenberg, we review strategies for breaking into the film and television business and building a career in a changing industry. As a partner at Kaplan/Perrone Entertainment, Josh has managed the careers of writers and directors across film, TV and theater. In this informative conversation, we explore the roles of agents, managers, lawyers, and producers—explaining their differences and interconnectivity. Josh shares his tips on how to seek representation, when you should do so, and how to best prepare for your meeting. We also get his advice on how to build your career around these key relationships and how he foresees the entertainment business evolving during these challenging times.