Led by Shannan E. Johnson, former executive at The Syfy Channel turned CEO + Head Consultant of The Professional Pen, a script consultancy, this session introduces you to the structure of the film and television industry, breaking down how projects move from idea to screen and the people responsible at each stage. You will gain a clear understanding of creative and business roles, how they work together throughout the development and production process, and how to break in.
This event is part of Cal State LA's Eagle Con, an annual student-centered community-welcome fan exposition celebrating popular culture and highlighting the ideas of science fiction, fantasy, horror, and other speculative genres across media. Eagle Con 2026's theme is “Neo Los Angeles: A City on the Edge of the Future,” and programming will focus on possible futures for urban and city life as imagined by popular culture and speculative media.
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