Hollywood Dreams: It's Not Just About Who You Know, But Who Knows You

Breaking into Hollywood: It's Who You Know, But at Your Level Los Angeles, CA – June 8, 2025 – Aspiring screenwriters often focus on making connections with high-level executives. However, screenwriter Nic Curcio (@nicolascurciowriter) argues that building relationships with people at similar career stages is equally, if not more, important. Curcio, who co-hosts the podcast @The Hollywood Hang, recently shared his experience on social media. "The people that will actually help you are the people closer to your level," Curcio explains in his video. "That could mean an assistant, a recently promoted manager, or a lower-level creative executive." He recounts how he landed his manager through a connection with an assistant who shared his script. The assistant, impressed by Curcio's work, passed it along to his manager, who subsequently signed Curcio. Curcio's story highlights the importance of networking and building genuine relationships within the industry. He emphasizes that success isn't always about who you know at the top, but also who knows you and believes in your talent. Curcio's video has gained considerable traction online, with many aspiring screenwriters sharing his advice and expressing appreciation for his candid approach. His upcoming podcast episode on securing a manager is highly anticipated by his followers. This demonstrates the power of building a network and showcasing your talent to those who can champion your work.