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Hollywood has been the movie making capital of the world for over 100 years. They invented the film making wheel and became a well oiled machine. They created great works of cinematic genius, but things have changed in Hollywood.

Recent developments have hindered its process, wrecked entertainment and shattered careers. One thing is certain, it has influenced the world as we know it. Many people of all walks of life have gone to Hollywood to learn the process first hand and now the process is available to you.

Breaking waves into the industry

How do films get made? How do film sets run? What’s the difference between film, television and streaming? More importantly, how do I make money?

After many long brutal years from the pandemic, to the double strikes from the WGA and SAG, accompanied with the continuous, terrible box office flops, Hollywood is trying it’s best to stop the hemorrhaging of money and a dwindling audience. Whether they learn from their mistakes, or not, is up for discussion.

Hollywood is going through major changes and it will affect the industry as we know it. Investments from established production companies are leaving California, and a big wave of independent studios are making a come back. They’re all looking to make productions in states with tax incentives and Texas is a major player. Austin, Dallas, San Antonio and Houston will be getting some “Action.”

What does this mean for you?

This business can make or break you. Setting yourself up for success is crucial. Like a surfer, to catch a wave, you need to position yourself and be ready to paddle, before it forms. When I first started in the industry I had many concerns.

Where do I start? Where do I look? Who do I call? How do I get my foot in the door?

Film school seemed to be my only option.

I looked at my situation and realized I needed contacts, leads, and access to a working network. It wasn’t easy after film school. With hard work and determination, I finally landed a gig. However, I had new concerns.

How do I communicate? Who’s concerns do I prioritize? How do I keep from making a fool of myself? Who’s trying to make a fool of me?

Like the surfer, once you catch a wave you need to make moves. And if you wipe out, you need to be able to get back on the board. Also, you need to keep an eye out for danger, these are shark infested waters!

A new wave is coming.

Are you ready to catch it?

Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Steve took special interest in acting and film making at a very young age. Seeing movies like ‘Jaws’, ‘Indiana Jones’ and ‘Back to the Future’ on the big screen, made a big impression on him.

His fascination of movie making led to his first attempts back in the late 80’s. He would improvise short stories and gather his friends as cast and crew. He would film and edit in-camera with a VHS Camcorder.

In the early 90’s he took a film class in Jr. High that taught him the basics in film. He was introduced to actors and film makers in the industry. His continued interest led him to join Stephen Mitchell Studios Acting and Modeling School in Studio City, CA.

Throughout his teen’s, he performed in various stage plays and modeled for various clothing lines of the time. As a young adult he was cast in minor rolls in independent films and TV shows.

It wasn’t until his mid 20’s he realized his real passion was working behind the camera. In 2007 he attended Los Angeles Film School in Hollywood, CA where he learned film making with a hands on education, taught directly by industry professionals working in the field. He majored in Production Design and Art Direction, while minoring in Directing and Cinematography.

He quickly moved up in the industry with hard work and determination by applying his artistic abilities and trade skills. In the past 25 years he has worked on various productions from music videos to commercials, short films to independent films, studio productions to network TV for, FOX, FX, Disney, ABC, Hulu, Paramount, CBS, Warner Bros., Universal, NBC, Netflix, and Apple TV. Check out his work on IMDb.