Media & Entertainment
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER OF THE GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS
HOW TO MAKE IT IN
The Unfair Advantage
to Succeed In The
Media Industry
Neil Mandt Teaches
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Breaking into the content industry is incredibly difficult…
but SO worth it.
You have always wanted to work in Media & Entertainment but you don't know where to start.
- You don't know how to create a blockbuster movie / TV series.
- You feel like you don’t have the connections.
- You don't know how to pitch to investors who will take your idea globally.
Producing the 2022 Golden Globe Awards
CHAPTER 10
chapter 6
CHAPTER 7
CHAPTER 8
CHAPTER 9
CHAPTER 14
CHAPTER 11
CHAPTER 12
CHAPTER 13
CHAPTER 5
chapter 1
CHAPTER 2
CHAPTER 3
CHAPTER 4
Learn at your own pace.
This comprehensive course contains 13 hours of instructional content delivered through 144 value-packed videos. After each chapter, you will take a short quiz to solidify your understanding and enhance your learning experience. Each video is integrated with progress tracking to ensure you always keep your place.
Chapter 1: Introduction
2. Who is Neil Mandt? (2:24)
3. Success Requires Risk and Sacrifice (3:49)
Chapter 2: Perfecting Your Digital Identity
2. Establishing Authenticity is Critical (2:23)
3. Importance of an Online Presence (5:20)
4. SEO Explained and How to Use It to Your Advantage (5:00)
5. Conclusion to Digital Identity (0:19)
Chapter 3: From Ideation to Infinity: Neil's Personal Case Studies
2. Producing a TV Show as a Teenager (5:14)
3. Selling Content Through Syndication (6:40)
4. Producing an Independent Film (21:47)
5. Launching Mandt Brothers Productions (29:01)
6. Launching a Professional Sports League from Scratch (6:51)
7. Launching a Virtual Reality Production Company (15:38)
8. Launching an Online AI Media Company (19:15)
9. Conclusion to Launching a Company Walkthrough (0:37)
Chapter 4: Lessons in Productions
2. Learning Responsibility as a Child Actor (13:01)
3. Working as a Local News Reporter (15:06)
4. Producing Network News (12:24)
5. Producing ESPN's Jim Rome is Burning (14:25)
6. Creating the SyFy Hit Series Destination Truth (9:59)
7. Producing the Indie Hit Last Stop for Paul (23:27)
8. Producing the Showtime Series Next Stop for Charlie (41:21)
9. Creating The Car Show with Adam Corolla for Speed Channel (13:20)
10. Developing, Producing and Selling Disney's Million Dollar Arm (24:55)
11. ESPY Awards and Jamie Foxx: A Cautionary Tale (10:31)
12. Producing the Golden Globe Awards in Less Than 5 Weeks During COVID (10:09)
13. Producing Talk Shows in the 90's (8:09)
14. Neil Mandt and Ross Smith Talk Content (19:07)
15. Conclusion to Lessons in Production (0:31)
Chapter 5: Pitching
2. What is a Pitch? (1:31)
3. Ideation (2:30)
4. Will the Idea Make Money? (2:49)
5. Protecting Your Idea (2:59)
6. The Elevator Pitch Meets the Pitch Deck (3:05)
7. What is a Sizzle Reel? (9:08)
8. Sizzle Reel Structure (4:52)
9. Tips and Tricks for a Live Pitch (3:43)
10. Perfect Time to Pitch (6:04)
11. How to Remain Focused During a Pitch (4:28)
12. Getting to the "Yes" Person (2:10)
13. Getting Meetings: Attachments (2:39)
14. Getting Meetings: Mentors and Networking (2:17)
15. Part 1: How to Turn a No into a Yes (10:26)
16. Part 2: How to Turn a No into a Yes (8:14)
17. Dealing with Rejection (7:19)
18. Pilots Explained (4:22)
19. Branded Content: Verizon and Big Papi (10:11)
20. Branded Content: ESPN (6:55)
21. Serialized Branded Content: Horoscopes (8:52)
22. Different Formats of Reality TV (6:22)
23. Reality TV Talent (3:43)
24. Sample Sizzle: My Child Sees Dead People (2:59)
25. Sample Sizzle: Breaking the Law (2:10)
26. Conclusion to Pitching (0:25)
Chapter 6: Acting and Casting
2. Casting from Actor's POV (8:08)
3. Casting from Director & Producer POV (3:18)
4. Neil Mandt Shares a Casting Story (5:43)
5. An Epic Story of Rejection Story (4:19)
6. Managers Explained (3:26)
7. Actor Needs: Headshots (5:42)
8. Actor Needs: Classes (3:33)
9. Conclusion to Acting and Casting (0:23)
Chapter 7: Strategies
2. When to Turn Down a Development Deal (4:29)
3. No Downtime, Create! (1:26)
4. Understanding Shadowing (11:03)
5. Conclusion to Strategies (0:27)
Chapter 8: Distribution Methods
2. Differences between OTT, SVOD, AVOD, and DTC (4:19)
3. Indie Self Distribution (9:03)
4. Hijacking Hollywood Promotion (7:00)
5. Film Festivals (14:48)
6. Conclusion to Distribution (0:23)
Chapter 9: Understanding Media
2. How We Got to the Fourth Revolution (3:47)
3. The Death of Cable (6:56)
4. Identifying Big Shifts in Media (3:30)
5. Conclusion to Media History (0:19)
Chapter 10: Technologies
2. What is the Metaverse? (0:57)
3. What is Virtual Reality? (3:21)
4. VR Status Report (2:29)
5. What is Augmented Reality? (1:28)
6. Pokemon GO: An Augmented Reality Superstar (3:53)
7. Dangers of AR in Real Estate (8:34)
8. AR, the Real World and the Law (3:36)
9. Monetizing and Social Experiences Using AR (9:25)
10. Interactive Media and Gamification (4:16)
11. VR & AR and Virtual Worlds (7:39)
12. VR & AR and Shopping (3:53)
13. What is Chat GPT? (6:59)
14. AI Impact: Editors (2:47)
15. AI Impact: Writers (2:23)
16. AI Impact: IP Rights (2:10)
17. AI Impact: Actors (3:32)
18. Conclusion to Technologies (0:28)
Chapter 11: Business Fundamentals
2. Setting Up a Corporate Entity (2:41)
3. Do I Need a Loan Out Corporation? (1:59)
4. Insurance Requirements (4:17)
5. Business Security (1:58)
6. Business Branding (2:22)
7. Funding: Family, Friends and Crowds (4:00)
8. Funding: Venture Capitalists (6:43)
9. Funding: Accelerators and Incubators (2:05)
10. Show Respect to Early Supporters (3:42)
11. The Capitalization Table (2:43)
12. Budgeting Needs and Wants (3:21)
13. Banking Set Up (2:34)
14. Understanding Personnel (7:49)
15. Hiring and Firing Personnel (4:38)
16. Conclusion to Business Fundamentals (0:17)
Chapter 12: Unions
2. The Role of Unions in Media (3:37)
3. What is SAG-AFTRA? (4:11)
4. How Can I Do Both Union and Non-Union Work? (3:32)
5. How Do You Get into SAG? (3:30)
6. The Director's Guild (1:44)
7. Writers Guild & Reality TV (4:00)
8. What is the Producer's Guild? (7:56)
9. IATSE (1:49)
10. Conclusion to Unions (0:23)
Chapter 13: Legal
2. Agreements: NDA and Vendor Agreements (3:07)
3. What to Look for in a Contract: Terms (2:37)
4. What to Look for in a Contract: Ownership and Exclusivity (7:35)
5. What to Look for in a Contract: Future Rights and FNFR (3:53)
6. What is a Shopping Agreement? (2:06)
7. What is Intellectual Property? (8:54)
8. Release Forms & Clearances (6:18)
9. What is Music Clearance? (5:39)
10. Dealing with Network Notes (2:36)
11. Conclusion to Legal (0:16)
Chapter 14: Conclusion
2. Broken Twig Story & Elena Story (9:15)
3. Conclusion Course Wrap Up (1:28)
Neil is one of the most unique individuals working in the media/entertainment space. Highly entrepreneurial person who understands all elements of the media industry. From creating to selling, Neil has done it all. But what truly qualifies him for unique assessment is that he has worked in areas never previously treaded in and has paved the way. Wonderful person to learn from.
Jules Haimovitz
Creator of Showtime, Lifetime, Smithsonian, Sundance and A&E Networks
I can help you break into Content Creation, without the frustration.
I started with nothing and went on to become a 5 Time Emmy Award winner, sold movies to every conglomerate in Hollywood (including Disney & A24), and produced 3,000 + episodes of network television.
More importantly, I want to help.
It is extremely rare that someone with 30+ years of success in media is willing to share his secrets and mentor the next generation of stars. But this is what I find meaningful!
You've heard the phrase, "It's all about who you know”, and I can be that insider to help you kick down doors!
It’s not enough to learn what your job is, but you need to know how your job impacts everyone else in the business.
A Master Course in Media & Entertainment is a comprehensive video course that will teach anyone interested in any sector of the Entertainment Business how to succeed in the media industry.
What is it?
You will learn the following:
Tools to manage your business
Intellectual property & business security
Running a production company
What to look for in a contract
How to get funding for your projects
How to pitch any project
Secrets to creating various types of TV content
Finding managers & partners
Acting, Casting & Networking
How to create a powerful personal brand
Create your digital identity
Finding your style in production
Technology: VR, AR, AI & content creation
Entrepreneurship: The art of hustle
... and so much more!
So you can save DECADES of trial and error, land those big productions you desire, and turn your brightest ideas into reality.
This is for anyone interested in making their media dreams a reality.
Studio executives
Studio executives in media must constantly evaluate potential projects and make high-stakes decisions about which films or TV shows to greenlight, taking into account both creative and financial considerations. Securing funding and managing budgets for various productions can be demanding, as they strive to ensure a healthy return on investment for the studio. Competition is fierce in this field.
Producers
As a newbie producer in media, challenges include a lack of experience and network, difficulty accessing funding for projects, and facing intense competition in the industry. Handling rejection, long project development cycles, and high-pressure situations are also part of the demanding journey to success.
Actors
Securing auditions and landing roles is a constant struggle, as the demand for acting opportunities far exceeds the available roles. Additionally, actors must cope with the pressure to balance artistic integrity with commercial viability, while also facing the emotional toll of frequent rejection and the need to navigate complex contractual and legal matters.
Directors
It's a struggle to break into the industry without a significant portfolio or established network. Acquiring funding for their projects can be a daunting task, as investors may prefer to work with experienced directors with a proven track record. You must handle the pressures of leading a production, managing a team, and ensuring the project's timely and successful completion.
BUY THE COURSE
What makes Neil Mandt's course different from other Introduction to Media courses?
The simple answer is that there is NO OTHER course like this. There are no instructors in media that have produced the Golden Globe Awards, the O.J. Simpson Criminal Trial for ABC News, The Olympics for NBC Sports, movies for Disney & A24, the Super Bowl in virtual reality, created more than 3,000 episodes of television, won 5 Emmy Awards and has been working in AI content creation since 2015.
This is a one-of-a-kind class with no equal. I deliver in business and will deliver excellence in education.
about me
Learn from a Media
insider
insider
I'm Neil and I wanted to work in media & entertainment since I was a young kid, or at least that's what I thought.
It turned out, what I really wanted was to have a lifestyle that allowed for freedom and creativity. I wanted to be able able to travel the world on a whim and create entertaining and inspiring content. It didn't happen easily, quickly or without significant challenges and soul searching.
Everything great requires work to achieve it and to keep it. I want to see others make it to the top of their fields and I will share the secrets that led to my success.
Neil Mandt
I've had the privilege of producing content for these iconic brands
your big goals
If you’re shooting for the stars, we’ll help you build a rocket ship.
- Learn how to brand yourself as an expert
- Identify what matters for your craft
- Save time and money by avoiding scams
- Secrets to meeting the power players in the Media & Entertainment Industry
Live your dreams
Content creation
Business
Pitching
Technologies
Acting / Casting
I did all the hustle and grind for over 30 years, so you don’t have to.
