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“Building a Career in Comedy: What Agents Really Look For” with Conan Smith, Agent, Buchwald & Associates

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Roundtable Sessions

Roundtable Sessions

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“Building a Career in Comedy: What Agents Really Look For” with Conan Smith, Agent, Buchwald & Associates

“Building a Career in Comedy: What Agents Really Look For” with Conan Smith, Agent, Buchwald & Associates

English

Roundtable Sessions

Roundtable Sessions

Roundtable discussions are informal, one-hour sessions where a key industry stakeholder leads a small group of approximately 10 passholders, creating a space for honest dialogue and tailored advice. Hosted by some of the comedy industry’s leading professionals, these curated discussions are designed to help comedy professionals & creators sharpen their skills, expand their networks, and gain invaluable insight into the ever-evolving entertainment landscape.
What makes an agent say yes? Join Conan Smith, veteran comedy and TV agent at Buchwald & Associates, for an inside look at what agents really seek in new comedic talent—think unique voice, marketability, and long-term potential. With experience representing A-list clients and developing hit TV projects, Conan shares real-world insights on breaking into the industry and building a lasting career in comedy.
Hosted by Conan Smith (Agent, Buchwald & Associates) 
 ** NOTE: YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THIS SESSION IN ORDER TO ATTEND - SPACES ARE LIMITED (FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED). 
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