Create Stability in the Freelance Industries of Film, TV or Theater

Learn directly from Jessica Sitomer, 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.

So you have chosen to pursue one of the most sought out industries on the planet: film, television or theater. People come and go, jobs come and go; this is not like becoming a teacher and once you have tenure, you’ve almost guaranteed your job security. This is an unstable industry.

You’ve heard of the corporate ladder? The bad news is in our industry there isn’t one clear ladder to climb. The good news is you can build your own ladder. But before you build it, give yourself a reality check in regards to the nature of the industry you are pursuing. Understand its cycles so they don’t scare you and you’re prepared for them when they come.

Take a moment to remember why you’re passionate about what you do… you’ve been given a gift, and you need emotional, financial, and physical stability so you can share it with the world. People have asked me, ‘Can I really have a career in the entertainment industry that I love, make money at it, and still have time for friends, family, self care, health, spirituality, and fun?’ And my answer… YES! Once you understand the nature of the industry and take some steps to plan for the instability, you can build your life any way you want.

PRAISE FOR JESSICA'S TEACHINGS:

The best seminar on career I’ve ever attended. Jessica has the credibility of background and experience in the entertainment industry that few others possess.

- Stephen Myers, A.C.E.

I didn’t expect to get my career, indeed my life, kick started. I am officially kicked and started!

- Susan Nicoletti, Story Analyst

I am very grateful for all of your suggestions. I did nearly everything you said and about one year later, I am working 2nd unit on a Jim Carrey film. You have practical and useful advice and really have an insightful understanding of this business. Thank you very much for everything, you have helped me a great deal in getting my career going.

- Beth, Still Photographer

Jessica is top-notch business coach. Her approach is simple, common sense and downright effective. It works! People won't hire you until they 'know you, like you and trust you'. I learned this from her right out of the gates! Building relationships through seeking mentors is one of the quickest ways to obtain that trust. Jessica is the best in the business to teach you this skill. I am very grateful for her work!

– Paul Lange, Actor

The philosophies, business tools, information, and advice Jessica imparts will inspire you and open up your thinking. She combines the creative with the practical. Among other things, she translates proven, successful tactics from the business world and applies them to the entertainment industry, which is invaluable. I work with Jessica as a career coach and have been excited, motivated and empowered by the work that we do.

- Juliet Landau, actress Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel, director of Take Flight, Gary Oldman Documentary

Because of her experience with so many camera people at Local 600 and her own work as an actress, writer, director, and producer Jessica always had pertinent information about upcoming projects. She also helped me figure out how to better balance my needs for personal creative projects while working as a camera operator on shows like "Monk" and "Malcolm in the Middle".

- Bonnie Blake, Camera Operator, Vitals, Being Mary Jane

I have been working with Jessica Sitomer as a member of the Greenlight Mentor Elite program for one year. Implementing the tools I've learned from Jessica to successfully build relationships and navigate the business aspects of the industry, in one single year I have exceeded every goal I set at a faster rate than I could have ever imagined.

– Michele K Short, Unit Still Photographer