Jeff Portnoy
Lit manager and producer at Bellevue Productions, representing screenwriters, filmmakers, and TV writer-producers. He has a background as a story analyst, assistant, and head of story.
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Dec 19, 2021 • 1h 28min
S&S LIVE (Ep 34) Meet the Manager w/ Jeff Portnoy of Bellevue Productions
Join Jeff Portnoy, a literary manager and producer at Bellevue Productions, as he shares insights from his extensive career in the film industry. He discusses the critical roles of managers and agents in writers' development and the art of adaptation, stressing the value of collaboration. Portnoy dives into current trends, including the impact of streaming on feature films and the evolving landscape of screenwriting post-pandemic. He also highlights the importance of networking and navigating contests for aspiring screenwriters.
Apr 20, 2020 • 1h 1min
Ep 151 – Jeff Portnoy
Jeff Portnoy, a literary manager and producer at Bellevue Productions who started as a CAA story analyst, shares his journey from film school to running management. He breaks down manager vs agent roles. He explains how writers get noticed through fellowships, competitions and The Black List. He outlines signing steps, timelines to break in, and what makes a compelling submission.
