Chicago 1990

Donovan’s offer is an 8% commission, providing services similar to CAA.

"Associated agent, packaged service, it is indeed a good idea. Ovitz entered our William Morris in seven or five years and climbed all the way from the mail room. He really understood this business. In the past few years, we were stunned by these two tricks. Now, we are reluctant to let go with the long tradition. In Hollywood, we are losing out. There is no alternative. Starting last year, we decided to learn from him and provide similar services to customers."

He first touted Ovitz a few words, "But..." Then he made a big turn, "APLUS, don't you think those two are the panacea. There is no perfect system in this world. Let me talk about the joint broker first. , Replace one broker with three, check and balance each other, customers and brokerage companies are safer, and customers enjoy more three-dimensional services. However, new problems have emerged in the past two years. Do you know what the problem is?"

"Uh..." Song Ya's mind turned, "There are more people, so... there are more people who divide money?"

"Bingo!"

Donovan smiled at Hayden, "You are right, this kid is very smart."

Hayden smiled bitterly.

"In the past, a broker, in addition to splitting accounts with the company, could get all the commissions. Now there are three people who divide the money. Isn't there only one who is always with the star?" Donovan continued: " You get what you pay for, and you get less money. The quality of the agent who follows the celebrity is naturally not as good as the traditional agent. If you mix in Hollywood, it’s okay, in Chicago, your other two co-agents What's the use of drinking coffee at CAA headquarters in Los Angeles? Your chances are reduced, but the risks are greater!"

Song Ya thought about this, "Go on."

"Let’s talk about packaging services again. It seems that this system has saved Hollywood film companies a lot of things and also brought more opportunities for customers. But if you think about it, a company can provide everything from directors to actors to producers. How terrible is the agency company that will be there? It’s not impossible for CAA to get rid of the film company one day. Even if they don’t shoot themselves, their bargaining power with the film company is now a bit too strong. It’s not impossible to hand it over to them. The cost of production has risen year by year. As long as people with normal IQ can slowly see through the stakes, I will tell you, APLUS, the seven major film companies. Beware of CAA, and the honeymoon between them is over!"

"What does it have to do with me?" Song Ya still feels reasonable, but Hollywood is a little far away from himself.

"What if CAA is boycotted by the seven major film companies? Think about it, if the songs of the A+ record can't get the opportunity to enter the film's soundtrack, how much less money will you make?"

Donovan took out a document from his bag, "We won the movie soundtrack for your I feel it coming, which was released in April. It cost $250,000. Renew the contract with us. He is yours. ."

"Erotic..."

Song Ya was unstable when he heard the name.

"Don't worry, although the movie was shot by Playboy (the name of the magazine), the content is normal." Donovan promised.

Song Ya can't see the money, and feels like he can't stand the flicker again, "Since it involves signing a contract, it's better to talk to my lawyer."

He took the two into Goodman's law firm, and Donovan kept Hayden outside.

"No problem, even if the song is used in that kind of film, it will have no effect on you, and it is not a part of it. And your I feel it coming is very suitable for that kind of tuned movie."

After reviewing the contract, Goodman signaled Song Ya to rest assured.

"Do you have any opinion on Hayden? If so, we, William Morris, can substitute."

Donovan said: "But he is an honest man, the broker industry,

Hearing Donovan's secret evaluation of Hayden, Song Ya and Goodman smiled at each other.

"Hayden people are nice, APLUS." Goodman also persuaded.

Although Hayden sometimes crossed the boundary a bit, it was true that Song Ya felt that he could control him, and it was not always necessary to change his mind. He felt a little soft when he thought of Hayden's bitter face just now.

"You are a songwriter. Generally speaking, talented creators don't lack business to come to your door. Naturally, you don't need an agent to have a strong ability to drill."

Donovan continued to persuade, "And we will learn from you CAA. As William Morris's vice president in charge of the music department, I am also one of your co-agents. Another co-agent is in the upper level in Chicago. A little influential, he will help you deal with some minor troubles. As for the packaging service, we will also take into consideration the packaging of your music works as soon as possible. Hollywood has at least thousands of movies every year, no matter good or bad, buy the soundtrack You can’t afford to lose money, and it’s an astronomical figure every year."

"Commission..." Song Ya was moved.

"Eight percent is already very low, and many big stars are still charging 10%." Donovan said.

"We have other options. They offer lower prices." Goodman interjected.

"ICM (International Innovation Management Company)?"

"No, the local agent in Chicago, David Falke." Goodman is making up a lie, he just heard it when chatting with Song Ya.

"A player agent!" The name surprised Donovan. "So, seven and five, the lowest price." He said in a deep voice, then shook his head and smiled bitterly. "I didn't expect that we, William Morris, had fallen to a low price. Price grabs people..."

Song Ya looked at Goodman, and Goodman made an OK gesture at him.

"Yes, sign it."

Called Hayden in, the two sides communicated the contract, and then asked Aunt Susie to get the authorization. After we were busy in the early morning, we finally signed the two contracts of the three-year brokerage agreement and I feel it coming to the movie Erotic Blur Night as the soundtrack.

In the middle Song Ya also called Ovitz, maybe because it was too late, the other party did not pick it up in person, and transferred it to a CAA executive who said that the commission could not be lowered, which confirmed Song Ya and William Morris' contract renewal. Determination.

"Thank you, thank you APLUS, I will use all my energy for the next three years..."

Hayden held Song Ya's hand with both hands, his voice choked with excitement.

"I don't need all your energy, but all your loyalty. You must always stand in my position and consider issues, OK?"

Song Ya is always upset about the last time Hayden suggested that he give the song to Mira.

"Of course, of course."

Hayden was terrified today. Donovan came to Chicago with the idea of ​​replacing William Morris with Song Ya.

He went from an unknown person who was accidentally sent by William Morris to Lao Qiao Music to help Song Ya sign a contract to a medium-sized agent who can participate in star affairs at the level of Mira. This year, nothing else, money income is not counted. William Morris paid more than 400,000 yuan (even if the contract is terminated, SBK's unsettled subsequent royalties will be divided into 10%, because this is the contract he won for Song Ya).

Consumerism is prevalent in the U.S. He may have started mortgage consumption based on his annual income. Once his income plummets in the coming year, bankruptcy is possible.

"I am very happy that William Morris will serve you for the next three years, APLUS."

Donovan took the champagne from Goodman, "Help us continue to succeed."

"Continue to succeed." Everyone wished in unison.

"Well, as a joint broker, can I ask you what you think about your future development?" Donovan asked.

"Oh yes, there is really a tricky thing."

Song Ya said that A+ Audio needs to purchase a synthetic sound copyright library, "The market share must be at least 3%." He relayed Dile's judgment.

"No problem, I will keep an eye on this and get back to you as soon as possible." Donovan picked up his purse and prepared to leave.

"I..." Hayden looked at Song Ya.

"You find a way to get SBK to settle the next stage of accounts as soon as possible. I have to save ammunition for the acquisition of the copyright library. Both Lori and Old Joe are in urgent need of money. As usual, you can work with them to pressure Daniel."

"I'll do it right away." Hayden responded happily.