The business of theatrical design / James L. Moody.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Moody, James L.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Theaters--Dramatic production--Vocational guidance--United States.

Theaters.

Costume--Vocational guidance--United States.

Costume.

Stage lighting--Vocational guidance--United States.

Stage lighting.

Performing arts--Accounting.

Performing arts.

Performing arts--Finance.

Vocational guidance.

United States.

Physical Description:

xiii, 289 pages ; 23 cm

Edition:

Second edition.

Place of Publication:

New York : Allworth Press, 2013.

Summary:

Written by a leading design consultant and carefully updated with the latest information on the industry, this is the essential guide to earning a living, marketing skills, furthering a design career, and operating a business. With more than thirty years of behind-the-scenes experience in theater, film, television, concerts, and special events, James Moody shares his success secrets for the benefit of design students and working designers. Topics include: Finding and landing dream assignments, Negotiating fees, Setting up ideal working spaces, Building the perfect staff, Choosing the right insurance, Overcoming fears of accounting and record-keeping, Joining the right unions and professional organizations, And much more, Providing the keys for passionate, talented designers to become successful businesspeople, The Business of Theatrical Design is a must-read for newcomers and established professionals alike. Book jacket.

Contents:

Chapter 1 What Kind of Business Am I? 1

Chapter 2 Office, Home, or Studio 6

Chapter 3 Staff and Design Associates 17

Chapter 4 Accounting for Small Business 23

Chapter 5 Business Liability and Insurance 40

Chapter 6 Financial and Legal Considerations 52

Chapter 7 Sales Methods, Technology, and Follow-Up 70

Chapter 8 Making Contacts 89

Chapter 9 Personal Appearance 97

Chapter 10 The Interview 104

Chapter 11 Group Dynamics and Negotiating Skills 118

Chapter 12 Theatrical Unions 133

Chapter 13 Professional Organizations 148

Chapter 14 Contracts and Letters of Agreement 160

Chapter 15 The Contract Rider and Follow-Up 174

Chapter 16 Employment: Freelance, Academic, or Staff 183

Chapter 17 Setting Your Salary and Fees 198

Chapter 18 Equipment and Service as a Side Business 216

Chapter 19 Non-Union Shows and Other Productions 222

Chapter 20 The View from the Producer's Desk 231

Chapter 21 The Designers Prospective 241

Chapter 22 The Future of the Business 246.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1621532402

9781621532408

OCLC:

841201208

Publisher Number:

99954691743