UBNOW: Hollywood favorite enlightens students on life in ‘the biz’

Excerpt below from "Hollywood favorite enlightens students on life in ‘the biz’..." By Jackie Hausler on UBNOW.

"Hollywood manager, producer and UB alumnus Shep Gordon, BA ’68, returned to campus recently to connect with students and offer advice to those interested in a career in Hollywood.

The virtual talk, “In Conversation with Supermensch Shep Gordon: Hollywood Talent Management,” was part of the College of Arts and Sciences’ Spring 2021 Alumni Lecture Series. It was presented by the International Artistic & Cultural Exchange (IACE) in the Department of Theatre and Dance, co-directed by Vincent O’Neill and Maria S. Horne."

During the lecture on March 3, Gordon offered his expertise to students in the BFA theatre performance and design tech programs, outlining how to find the right agent, and what career management and self-promotion look like for someone making a career in Hollywood. He also addressed how individuals can manage themselves and navigate various passions across a complex industry.

Co-moderated by senior BFA student Campbell McDade Clay and Tyler Bauer, EdM ’16 and BA ’14, associate director of advancement for student life, the conversation addressed the realities of a Hollywood career: the need to be comfortable with rejection while showing resilience in the industry." (read more...)