ICYMI: SSN’S Top Original Stories For 3/17 – 3/21/14

SSN A-List: The Hottest Book-To-Film Dealmakers to Watch

SSN presents the first in our new A-List series, showcasing a curated selection of agents, managers and financiers for writers, actors, and filmmakers. (SSN)

SSN A-List: 6 Film Financiers to Get Your Movie the Green-light

Wherever there are films being made, there are companies financing them, no matter what the economy is like, no matter the risk. SSN has selected a handful to feature here, with a look at their previous projects, what they’re looking for now, and SSN’s insight to each, from Voltage Pictures to Red Granite Pictures, and more. (SSN)

SSN A-List: Lit Managers and Agents for Up & Coming Writers

It’s tough out there for writers. In order to break into the industry, you need someone to help guide your career, develop material, and navigate the ups and downs of deal-making. Today we’re taking a look at several literary agents and managers we think are best to shepherd an up and coming career or get your existing one on track. (SSN)

SSN A-List: The Leading Reps for Up-and-Coming TV Talent

The smartest agents and managers look ahead; sign and nurture who they feel will be the brightest breakouts of tomorrow. Pilot season is when they see just how strong some of the up-and-comers are, and today quite a few are reaping the rewards – SSN takes a look, from ICM Partners and Resolution to TalentWorks and UTA. (SSN)

Hollywood Success Stories: Three Ways Working Hollywood Professionals Made It in the Business

To anyone looking to make it in entertainment, looking to reinvent themselves in entertainment, or simply glean some knowledge and apply it to your life, read on for inspiration for three main categories of success — they just started, they leveraged an opportunity and they didn’t give up. (SSN)