Nurturing and empowering students with personalized coaching to confidently launch their Hollywood careers through expert entertainment industry guidance and support.
At Hollywood Headstart, our mission is to empower aspiring entertainment professionals with personalized coaching that bridges the gap between academic learning and the dynamic Hollywood industry. We are committed to providing tailored guidance, actionable strategies, and expert mentorship. We help students build confidence, develop industry-specific skills, and take meaningful steps toward achieving their dreams in the entertainment world.
Who It’s For: Beginners exploring the industry.
1. Overview of Hollywood careers and various paths within the entertainment industry.
2. Tips for starting in the industry, including effective networking strategies, securing internships, and finding entry-level jobs.
3. Action plan for the next 3-6 months to guide your journey.
Bonus: Follow-up email with key takeaways and a personalized checklist to enhance your personalized coaching experience.
Duration: 2 sessions (1 hour each).
Who It’s For: Students preparing for job or internship applications.
1. Comprehensive review of resumes specifically tailored for Hollywood careers within the entertainment industry.
2. Expert entertainment industry guidance on personal branding, including optimizing your LinkedIn and social media presence.
3. Recommendations for enhancing clarity, formatting, and aligning your resume with industry standards.
Requirement: Resumes must be submitted at least 48 hours prior to the session for a thorough pre-review.
Bonus: Receive two follow-up emails for personalized coaching on resume revisions after the session.
Duration: 1 session (1 hour).
Who It’s For: Individuals ready to take actionable steps toward their goals.
1. Setting career goals and creating a roadmap tailored for success in Hollywood careers.
2. Strategies for searching jobs and internships specifically within the entertainment industry.
3. Personalized coaching tips for effective networking and building connections.
4. Preparing for interviews and attending industry events with confidence.
Bonus: A written career roadmap document summarizing strategies and next steps for pursuing opportunities in the entertainment industry.
Duration: 4 sessions (1 hour each).
Who It’s For: Individuals with specific questions or immediate challenges.
Flexible, based on the client’s immediate needs, whether it's entertainment industry guidance, advice on a project, interview prep for Hollywood careers, or industry insights.
Bonus: A follow-up email summarizing the session’s key points will be provided.
Duration: 1 session (1 hour) of personalized coaching.
Please note that we do not accept unsolicited scripts or pitches for any studio or production company affiliated (or not) with our coaches. Additionally, while our coaching focuses on equipping you with the tools, strategies, and confidence to pursue your Hollywood dreams, we cannot guarantee job placements or specific outcomes. Your success will depend on your dedication, skills, and effort.
Sommerly was named to Variety Magazine’s prestigious New Leaders "To Watch" list and is the founder of the Tinseltown Scholarship Society, which supports aspiring filmmakers. She also teaches as an Adjunct Professor in the On-location Hollywood Experience Program at Abilene Christian University.
Based in Los Angeles, Sommerly holds a Bachelor of Science in Broadcast Journalism and an MFA in Producing for Cinema & Television. She began her career as an NPR reporter in West Texas before transitioning to Hollywood to pursue her passion for storytelling.
Currently at Netflix, Sommerly has worked at some of the industry's most iconic companies, including CBS, Bunim/Murray Productions, Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Imagine Entertainment, and Independent Artists Group (formerly APA). She is also a proud member of the Television Academy, Women in Film and serves on the Leadership Committee for The Greenhouse Arts and Media Organization, mentoring aspiring entertainment professionals and guiding them toward success in the industry.
Driven by a passion for empowering the next generation of storytellers, Sommerly is dedicated to elevating diverse voices and fostering talent in Hollywood.
Not ready to invest in yourself yet? Watch this interview, where Sommerly provides valuable entertainment industry guidance and shares essential skills for thriving in Hollywood careers, along with insights on personalized coaching.
We believe in paying it forward for students pursuing the cinematic arts. A portion of every booking is donated to the Tinseltown Scholarship Society and The Greenhouse Arts & Media, both are 501(c)(3) organizations.
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