The Business of Theatrical Design

Moody’s other distinctions include two Emmy Award nominations for his televisionwork. . Moody, considered one of the founders of lighting design, is the head of the TechnicalTheatre program and technical director and lighting designer for the Theatre Academy at LosAngeles City College. In addition to The Business of Theatrical Design he is the author of Concert Lighting;Techniques, Art, and Business, now in its third edition. He lives in Los Angeles, CA. About the AuthorJames L. He has designed lighting for over 350 theatrical productions, most recentlyDoubt at the Kansas City Repertory Theatre Company. He has received numerous theatricaldesign awards including the Drama Logue Award, a Los Angeles Theatre Critics Award, and theDistinguished Achievement Award in Lighting Design from the United States Institute for TheatreTechnology

He has received numerous theatricaldesign awards including the Drama Logue Award, a Los Angeles Theatre Critics Award, and theDistinguished Achievement Award in Lighting Design from the United States Institute for TheatreTechnology. He lives in Los Angeles, CA. In addition to The Business of Theatrical Design he is the author of Concert Lighting;Techniques, Art, and Business, now in its third edition. . Mood

"Under Jim Moody's wing" according to Jeff Adelberg. This volume is packed with everything they forgot to tell us in design school. Moody deals with all sorts of things designers need to know aside from the art itself--from business cards to contracts and fees and taxes, all the while making sure we don't starve ourselves or upset anyone else. As a recent graduate from a design program, I was delighted to find this book. It has answered so many questions! I adore. Great Resource for Theatrical Designers!! C. Barrigan This book tells young theatrical designers all the things that you will probably not hear in school. If you are interested in making your design into a business, you need to read this. It will tell you about contracts, taxes, hiring, forming your business, interviews, and everything. Read it. Read it. Read it.And you can't beat the digital price.. Gonzalo Córdova said excellent book for people who works in the show business. If you need a couch to prepared your next producer meeting and to earn considerabily more money and you live at the end of the world, this is the book. I would like to talk with James everyday

Plus dozens of working producers, promoters, and designers share their insights and offer a thorough, true-to-life profile of this competitive industry. For theatrical design students and theater professionals, here is the essential guide to marketing your skills, furthering your career, and operating a successful business! In The Business of Theatrical Design, design veteran James Moody shares his proven techniques to help costume, scenic, and lighting designers become successful businesspeople. An indispensable resource for anyone looking to pursue a career in the theater!. Here is the latest information regarding IRS, state, and business liabilities; salary and fee scales; equipment costs; professional organizations; union and contract issues; and much more