The Greatest Showman (Big Play Bone)

Chapter 16 Pot of Gold

In the entertainment industry, in terms of average income levels, film actors are far ahead, followed by film directors, film producers, and film screenwriters; next are TV actors, TV directors, and TV producers; and then there are those in the music industry. Related practitioners, including singers, producers, etc., and then TV screenwriters, photographers, lighting engineers, etc.

Generally speaking, the movie is the spire of the pyramid, followed by TV, music, models, and presenters. This is not only reflected in income, but also the status of employees in the industry. This is also the fundamental reason why singers, models, and TV actors are all eager to enter the film industry-that is the ultimate battlefield of Vanity Fair.

In the television industry, big-name actors can earn between 150,000 and 300,000 per episode, while the most experienced actor is between 70,000 and 100,000, and the average rookie actor has a starting salary of 10,000 to 20,000. Capped. However, what is special about the television industry is that actors’ pay will gradually rise with the increase in season numbers, and it is not uncommon for starring actors in long-lived popular dramas to receive a pay of one million episodes.

In a situation like Lan Li, a salary of 20,000 yuan in one episode can be regarded as a maximum salary. Roy understands that in the entire “Pacific War” crew, Lan Li’s salary is the third highest, second only to the other two starring James. -Badge-Dale (James-Badge-Dale) and Jon-Seda (Jon-Seda)-Both are veteran actors who have been in Hollywood for more than ten years. Although they are always third-tier, their qualifications are already there. Up.

Roy was quite surprised when he first learned the results. At this time, seeing Lan Li’s calmness and calmness, he was fussing instead, which made Roy couldn’t help but smile.

Think about it carefully. Among the three core protagonists, the “Pacific War” crew chose two highly qualified actors, and only Lan Li is a newcomer who is a tender and tender. This ability alone is enough to be eye-catching. In this way, Lanly is definitely not as simple as it seems on the surface.

As the official agent of the Screen Actors Guild of America, he has seen countless newcomers and actors. Sometimes he has to meet 30 newcomers a day to be responsible for their work. He doesn’t have enough time to understand everyone, so he can only do his best. jobs. But now, he has a slight interest in the young man in front of him.

However, interest is only interest. In the huge machine of the film industry, the most indispensable is genius, and there are special cases. But there are very few that can break out of the world. In the blink of an eye, Roy had returned to normalcy again and returned to business.

“In addition to the film remuneration, you also need to sign a non-disclosure agreement to refuse to invest any form of drama-related content to anyone before the official broadcast.” Roy’s speech is not fast, but the amount of information is very large, “In addition, There are also some basic terms that you can read in detail after you go back. After the TV series starts, if the TV station has promotional activities, you need to cooperate unconditionally, at least during the series.”

As a newcomer, Lanli has almost no bargaining capital, and all terms can be found in reference to standards. At this point, HBO showed the atmosphere of their No. 1 wireless big station, and all the information in the standard contract is clear at a glance.

“Before the official contract, you can call me if you have any questions. My working hours are nine to six. The rest of the time, unless you are dying, don’t call my number.” Roy swiftly introduced all the situations. According to habit, his work has temporarily reached a stage.

Packing up his belongings, he still needs to rush to Warner Bros. where there is another set of dramas about to be auditioned. He is the official agent—at the public audition scenes of any drama or movie. A union broker must be assigned, as was the case in the “Pacific War” yesterday.

But looking at Lan Li, who was reviewing the contract in front of him, Roy’s actions couldn’t help but pause for a moment. After thinking about it, he decided to give some good words to him. “A big company like HBO has a fixed process. After you sign the contract, , The first advance payment will be credited to your account, and then after the episode shooting is over, the second payment will be made, and the final payment will be fully paid after the episode is over. My advice to you is to make good use of your The first advance payment, don’t waste it.”

Lan Li lifted his gaze from the contract, and looked at Roy inquisitively, “What do you mean?”

Roy shrugged and said naturally, “Young actors are always like this, first pot of gold, ecstatic, splurge, and enjoy youth.” Then he raised his hands and made a double-quote gesture, “YOLO “This is the abbreviation of “You-Only-Live-Once”. It was originally to encourage people not to be afraid of taking risks, because there is only one life, to enjoy life to the full, but after being over-interpreted, it is ironic. Gradually, some people began to use such slogans to cover up their irresponsibility and recklessness.

Roy’s rolling eyes expression really couldn’t be more vivid, which made Lan Li couldn’t help but laugh, “Don’t laugh. I’m serious.” Roy’s tone still didn’t change much, and he was still as straightforward and vigorous as before. He couldn’t hear his “seriousness”, “After receiving the advance payment, many newcomers either purchased a luxury car impulsively and showed it off everywhere; or they all dedicated it to drug dealers and enjoyed it. The most common phenomenon It’s used to party and invite a lot of friends to splurge. But I tell you, this is the most stupid behavior.”

This is Roy’s friendly reminder, “If you want to continue on the path of an actor, or, if you want to get a place in Hollywood, you need to be smart.”

This time, Lan Li felt Roy’s friendliness and seriousness. Generally speaking, only professional agents will advise their artists with such opinions. Official public agents like Roy only need to ensure that new actors are not taken advantage of by law. This is enough.

The reason why Lan Li knew it was because of Chris’s existence.

In the stage of rookie actors, self-investment is very important. Even if you don’t have to exercise muscles persistently like Chris, maintaining the body line is the basic job; the image project created by the clothing line is a bottomless pit and must be persisted for many years, especially In the era of social networking where street photography is popular, this becomes more important; when the level reaches a certain level, even the details of the car and jogging shoes will become part of the personal image investment, and so on.

Hollywood is a glamorous Vanity Fair. Behind the huge income, there are expenditures like flowing water. An evening dress of tens of thousands of dollars is just the tip of the iceberg.

Chris is now under the supervision of a broker and strictly manages his income. Unexpectedly, Roy also gave personal advice.

Lanli looked at Roy and said sincerely, “Thank you.”

Roy can feel the sincerity in Lan Li’s words. It seems that he really listened to his words, which is really rare among new actors. Recall that Renly is about to star in the “Pacific War” jointly created by Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks, and he also won the highest salary as a rookie actor. Perhaps, this young man really hopes to become Another top star.

But this intuitive touch only flashed by, and then Roy laughed at himself. There are not one thousand and eight hundred new actors in Hollywood every day. Where are so many top superstars, he really thinks too much today. .

nodded, Roy responded, “Besides, do you have any questions?”

“Yes.” Lan Li nodded, “The timetable for the filming of the crew.” This is the most important thing, isn’t it?

“Yes.” Roy just remembered, “On Monday, you come over to get the script; on Friday, all the actors in the crew will meet in advance; after that, you will explain in detail at that meeting. Friday. I’ll tell you the time and place of the meeting when you come over on Monday.”

“Okay.” Lan Li nodded altogether, then stood up, “I am over here, then I won’t disturb you at work.”

Roy had no courtesy, quickly packed his briefcase, and left the office with Lan Li. UU reading www.uukanshu.com Roy left the union building directly, while Lan Li went to the lobby to look for Chris.

Easily, Lan Li saw the star of Chris. He was sitting behind a desk, surrounded by four people, three women and a man. Chris was talking loudly, while the others were smiling and full of atmosphere. It’s not lively.

Just as Lan Li was thinking about whether he should interrupt their joyous atmosphere, Chris saw Lan Li first and raised his right hand aloft, “Hey, man.” Lan Li also waved his hand and walked away. In the past, “How’s things going?” Chris asked impatiently.

Lan politely nodded to the four people next to him, “It’s over, everything is going well.” Concise and clear, without any extraneous words, “I am going to the library to check the materials now, how about you?”

Chris originally wanted to ask about the specific situation, such as what role Lan Li played, what is the situation of the crew, and how Lan Li’s salary income is, but Lan Li did not give him a chance. “Library?” Chris’s interest suddenly fell, stretched a big laziness, “I’m going to the gym later, or forget it. Meet at home at night?”

Lan Li made a gesture of “OK”, nodded again to the four people and said hello, “Good day.” Then he turned and stepped on, and soon there was a group of people laughter again. The sound gradually became weaker and weaker with the footsteps, and finally disappeared completely.

The salary income from the “Pacific War” totals $140,000, which is only a drop of water in Hollywood, but this is Lan Li’s first income as an actor. This also means that from today onwards, Lan Li’s actor status has finally officially set sail!