Hollywood Dealmaking

“I wish I could have had this book when I was starting out in the business. An invaluable reference work.” —Alan Poul, producer, Westworld “Hollywood Dealmaking is a clear, concise, and comprehensive look at how deals are made in our business. Because of this book, I have become more informed about what questions to ask and what to expect or demand in my own deals.” —Larry Trilling, television writer and executive producer, Goliath, Parenthood, and Alias “… provides a quick understanding of everything one needs to know to negotiate Hollywood talent agreements.” —Gavin Polone, motion picture and television producer, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Gilmore Girls, Zombieland

Dina Appleton is Executive Vice President of Business and Legal Affairs at Boat Rocker Media. Prior to her current position, she was senior vice president of business and legal affairs at Entertainment One Television. She has been special counsel in the Entertainment and Media Group at Sheppard Mullin Richter and Hampton, and prior to that, the head of business and legal affairs at a full-service talent and literary agency, both in Los Angeles, California. She resides in Toronto, Ontario.

Daniel Yankelevits is Executive Vice President of Legal Affairs at Sony Pictures Television. He serves on the planning committee of the USC Institute of Entertainment Law and Business and teaches a course at the USC Gould School of Law entitled “Entertainment Law & Industry.” Daniel is a graduate of Harvard Law School and resides in Los Angeles, California.