Tips for Aspiring Executive Producers Joseph “Joe” McInerney | JosephMcInerneychicago.org
Build Up From Where You Are Currently An executive producer will need to build a vast network of talented people. A producer will create not only an extensive network but also a network that is filled with talent. The team members will have different skill sets that can help push a project over the finish line. An executive producer needs help and cannot go on their own.
Keep Growing Take these opportunities as a chance to grow skillsets and personal networks. When not learning from others, be sure to take the time to self teach and take to the online world searching for the great information. Videos, articles, photos, stories, and anything that can help learn and inspire in being an executive producer. Read every script you can get hands-on. Take any kind of opportunity that places you closer to where the goal is set.
Challenges of the Job An executive producer will innately need to problem-solve. The first and foremost skill as an aspiring executive producer is solving problems maybe nobody has experienced before. Creative thinking not only goes into the art side of things, and that’s why this business is called show business, with an emphasis on business. An executive producer will need to wear a great many hats. Hit the streets, get involved with the artist community, and build a network to further success.
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