Looking to get your start in the film industry but don’t know where to begin?
Currently work in film but not sure how to work towards your ideal position?
After 30+ years in film and television as a producer/??? Nan bernstein is now focused on teaching the practical side of the film business and business in general:
Offering dynamic private mentoring and seminars to film students.
Need help to acquire your first job in a specific industry or change jobs?
Nan started her education in a six room Pennsylvania schoolhouse. She achieved early acceptance to Boston University and graduated Cum Laude. Her passion for film production was sparked. She moved to New York City to begin a career in the entertainment industry.
Nan started her education in a six room Pennsylvania schoolhouse. She achieved early acceptance to Boston University and graduated Cum Laude. Her passion for film production was sparked. She moved to New York City to begin a career in the entertainment industry.
Nan started her education in a six room Pennsylvania schoolhouse. She achieved early acceptance to Boston University and graduated Cum Laude. Her passion for film production was sparked. She moved to New York City to begin a career in the entertainment industry.
Life coach Certification - 1977 - Einstein Institute
speaking
Keynote speaker at the 2016 Writers Guild of America First Time Showrunners - “CRASH COURSE”.
Panelist at a Producers Guild of America 2010 PRODUCED BY CONFERENCE. The panel was “FASTER, BETTER, CHEAPER”.
Taught film seminars at Drexel university (Radio, Film and Television College), Texas A&M University and the University of Texas.
AWARDS
awards
An Emmy nomination for FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS which received seventy-two award nominations and ultimately won fourteen.
An International Cine Award for THE MAKING OF TOOTSIE FEATURE LENGTH DOCUMENTARY.
A Christopher Award, Peabody Award, two DGA Awards, and an AFI Award.
She was on the EAST COAST AD/UPM COUNCIL for 16 Years and was nominated to be a delegate to the National Board meeting in Los Angeles several times.
PODCASTS
“Loved this episode! Nan was so informative and insightful. I especially loved the funny and interesting stories peppered in, such as the penguins and the pastor situation. I learned quite a bit too. Great questions!”
“I loved hearing about the details of Nan’s job. The anecdotes about Bernie Sanders, the helicopter landing and the penguin story were fun (and I think it gives a shout out to people with ADD and their creativity). Nan is currently editing a memoir for me in her spare time and she definitely knows how to drive a story, removing any extraneous details that may be interesting but take away from the through-line, Brava.”
“The Nan Bernstein blog was a relaxed, informative conversation. I know so much more about the making and nuances of film/TV production from this articulate discussion. Thank you, Steve, for the excellent line of questioning and to Nan Bernstein for her honest assessment of how to best grow and find success in this career.”
Testimonials
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“Nan brilliantly navigated us through the impossible waters of production in NYC - she brought the vastly divergent cultures of Warner Bros. & HBO the very first time they came together to make a television show. Every penny was on the screen.”
— DL, Showrunner
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“Nan is one of the most experienced filmmakers I know. I continue to lean on her expertise in my own professional growth. Her network of people and resources in television and film is enormous. I am very thankful for her continued advice and mentorship in the industry.”
— CW, Physical Production Coord. / Netflix
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“Nan taught me the many intricacies and inner workings of all the different production departments. I’m proud to say she is still my mentor and a wonderful friend. Her excellent work ethic and refreshing honesty have made her one of the most respected producers in the entertainment industry. The lessons she taught me early in my entertainment career have proven to be invaluable to me.”
— DC, Legal and Studio Affairs / Apple Original Content
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“Nan is a producer, who not only has the wisdom and foresight to lead a production, but she has the relationships and respect of the entire entertainment community. Nan is masterful in managing a budget that builds allies not only with studios and networks, but with showrunners and directors who trust her with their creative vision.”
— LS, VP Current Programs / CBS Entertainment
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“Nan has a knack for putting together talented teams of people that are not only great at what they do, but easy to work with and for. As a crew member, having a supervisor that cares for her crew and takes the time to ensure working conditions are more than acceptable, and that the people and that work with her feel appreciated has been an exceptional experience for me and one that can be rare in entertainment industry.”
— JM, LOCATION SCOUT
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“I owe a lot to Nan Bernstein. She gave me my 1st break in production and took me under her wing. She taught me to look for solutions in uncharted territories and to think outside the box. Nan gave me the confidence that a female could make it in this business and I'll always be grateful.”
— KW, Producer/UPM
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