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Are Producers in Hollywood Nearing Extinction?
May 9, 2024
Longtime producer Cathy Schulman and experienced producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura discuss the devaluation of producers in Hollywood and advocate for better rights under Producers United. They delve into the financial squeeze on producers, the misunderstood role of producers in the industry, and the impact of producers on the entertainment we all enjoy.
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- Producers face devaluation in Hollywood due to lack of fair wages and healthcare coverage, prompting the need for advocacy.
- New producers struggle to enter the industry without funding or mentorship, highlighting challenges in sustaining the profession.
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Producers United: Advocating for Producer Rights in Hollywood
The traditional role of non-writing producers in Hollywood has significantly shifted over the past 15 years. Producers, who were once vital in developing projects and acquiring material for studios, are now undervalued by streamers unless they multitask as writers, actors, or directors. With diminishing deals, many producers struggle to secure funding, limiting opportunities in the field. Producers United, comprising nearly 100 career producers, demands healthcare coverage paid by studios and fair wages during production stages to ensure the continuation of the producer profession in a changing industry landscape.
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