Bridging the Gap: What Filmmakers Need to Know About Managers in Today’s Industry

HIFILM QUARTERLY EVENT: FREE FOR ALL HIFILM MEMBERS

Breaking into the film and television industry can be overwhelming—especially if you’re outside major hubs like Los Angeles. This panel is tailored for emerging creatives from smaller markets (i.e. Hawai‘i) or international backgrounds who want to better understand the role of a manager in launching, navigating, and sustaining a career in the industry. Hear directly from working managers as they break down what they do, how their role is evolving in a post-strike, post-streaming-boom era, and how remote talent can secure meaningful representation and opportunities through managers. Whether you’re just getting started, preparing to find your first manager, or considering changing managers, this session will demystify the process and provide actionable strategies to help you build a successful career—no matter where you’re based. There will be opportunities for direct questions to our manager panelists during the Q&A portion of the panel.