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Brad Luff in as an exec at Sony’s Direct To DVD division…

Hearing that BEAT THE REAPER by Josh Bozell, set to be published by Little, Brown, & Co in early ‘00, has sold to New Regency, who continue to ramp up their new slate.  Story centers on a mobster who enters the Witness Protection Program and becomes a doctor… When an old associate meets him at [...]

Independent Producer Edward Pressman (WALL STREET, AMERICAN PSYCHO, THANK YOU FOR NOT SMOKING) is looking for an assistant in LA.  Previous industry experience, common sense, and impeccable writing skills.  All of the regular duties, plus reading and coverage.  Full time with benefits.  Start immediately.  Great position for someone interested in independent producing and development.  Resumes [...]

Should be a quiet week, with many places taking Thursday and Friday officially off for Thanksgiving, and many people leaving earlier to get a jump on the holiday… Then, maybe we’ll have a short spec flurry before the Dec.19th to Jan. 5th Hollywood break… just maybe… opinions differ…

OZLA PICTURES (THE GRUDGE, THE GRUDGE II, SHUTTER) seeks an assistant to the Vice-President.  The company has a first look deal with Fox.  This is both a creative and administrative position with a strong emphasis on development.  Looking for someone hungry to grow with the company and make the most out of the position.  Agency/Management [...]

Production company on the Sony lot (okay, it’s  Robert Simonds Productions) is looking for an assistant to a production and development executive.  Standard duties apply, including reading and coverage.  Must have a positive attitude and impeccable follow through.  Must be a team player and have an interest in feature development.  Opportunity for growth.  Industry experience [...]

Steve Shin in at Donald Deline Productions as a VP.

PROMOTED TO AGENT
Steven Fisher – MP Talent
Peter Trinh – MP International
PROMOTED TO DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATOR
Logan Eisenberg – TV Talent
Molly Glover – Legal and Business Affairs
Robyn Holt – MP Talent
Nigel Meiojas – MP Talent
Lauren Rosenberg – TV International

Head of DreamWorks Story Department seeks an Assistant.  Great position for someone who wants a career in development.  Industry experience essential (minimum 2 years).  English or Film degree preferred.  Must have excellent communication/organizational skills, and be proficient with Filemaker Pro.  Duties include managing a busy desk and helping oversee story department.  Start immediately.  Full time w/benefits.  Do [...]

Senator Entertainment is looking for an assistant to the President/CEO.  Ideal for someone coming off 1 plus years at an agency.  Office in West Hollywood.  All of the basic duties.  Not a development position.  Must be able to deal with a strong personality.  Resumes to: k.painter@senatorus.com

THE WIDOWMAKER
Representation: Shawn Simon (Anonymous Content)
Written by: Brett Merryman
The wife of a murdered spy joins with her husband’s disgraced partner to uncover a conspiracy of missing agents — and the man who killed her husband.