IFH 842: The Art of Networking in Hollywood – Real Strategies That Work with Erman Baradi & Brandon Waites

IFH 842: The Art of Networking in Hollywood – Real Strategies That Work with Erman Baradi & Brandon Waites

Erman Baradi and Brandon Waites share practical, real-world advice on how to network effectively in Hollywood without coming across as desperate or transactional. Drawing from their own journeys — from military service and film school to building strong online presences — they explain why relationships, not scripts, are the true currency of the film industry. Their discussion highlights the importance of patience, professionalism, and respecting everyone from assistants to executives.

The episode also explores common networking mistakes, the power of mentorship, and why building connections before moving to Los Angeles can dramatically increase your odds of success. Through their platform, The Film Empire, they aim to create opportunities that prioritize long-term relationships over short-term wins. It’s an honest conversation about the reality of breaking into Hollywood — and the mindset required to stay in it.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.

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IFH 606: From Wedding Videos to Directing For Netflix & Paramount+ with Rel Schulman and Henry Joost

IFH 606: From Wedding Videos to Directing For Netflix & Paramount+ with Rel Schulman and Henry Joost

Henry Joost and Rel Schulman are a directing and writing team, producers and best friends. They founded the New York City production company Supermarché in 2007. Their most recent feature, SECRET HEAD...

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IFH 605: Vampires, Stunts, Bloodsuckers & Netflix with J.J. "Loco" Perry

IFH 605: Vampires, Stunts, Bloodsuckers & Netflix with J.J. "Loco" Perry

JJ "Loco" Perry spent the last 25 years as a Stunt Coordinator and Second Unit Director, directing and designing action for talent such as Dwayne Johnson, Tom Hardy, Jason Statham, Keanu Reeves and Wi...

9 Elo 20221h 13min

BONUS EPISODE: The Million Dollar Self Distribution Experiment (Monsters of Man) with Mark Toia

BONUS EPISODE: The Million Dollar Self Distribution Experiment (Monsters of Man) with Mark Toia

When I wrote my book Rise of the Filmtrepreneur I hoped it would help filmmakers around the world. I never thought that a filmmaker halfway around the world would read it and change his entire marketi...

8 Elo 20221h 28min

IFH 604: How to Write a Screenplay Super Fast! with Jeff Bollow

IFH 604: How to Write a Screenplay Super Fast! with Jeff Bollow

Have you ever wanted to learn how to write a screenplay fast? I know I do. This is why I invited on the show award-winning producer/director, best-selling author, film festival organizer and public sp...

4 Elo 20221h 6min

IFH 603: How Indie Film Super Troopers Made Millions with Jay Chandrasekhar

IFH 603: How Indie Film Super Troopers Made Millions with Jay Chandrasekhar

Today on the show we have director, writer, comedian, and actor Jay Chandrasekhar has contributed to and appeared in a wide variety of critically acclaimed television programs and films throughout his...

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BONUS EPISODE: How a Predatory Film Distributor Screwed Over a Filmmaker with Terminal Cancer

BONUS EPISODE: How a Predatory Film Distributor Screwed Over a Filmmaker with Terminal Cancer

Running Indie Film Hustle I hear story after story about predatory film distributors screwing over, taking advantage, and just plain stealing from filmmakers every day. I either get emails or read abo...

1 Elo 20221h 8min

IFH 602: Can Martin Scorsese Save Cinema with Margaret Bodde

IFH 602: Can Martin Scorsese Save Cinema with Margaret Bodde

Margaret Bodde is the executive director of The Film Foundation, the non-profit organization created by Martin Scorsese in 1990 dedicated to the preservation and protection of motion pictures. Working...

28 Heinä 20221h 16min

IFH 601: What the Hell is the Nutshell Technique with Jill Chamberlain

IFH 601: What the Hell is the Nutshell Technique with Jill Chamberlain

Jill Chamberlain has helped thousands of writers find their stories. She has consulted on projects for major studios, for small independents, and for many, many spec screenwriters.Jill’s Nutshell Tech...

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