“My focus tends to be on bringing big IP-driven series to life for the HBO Max platform’s diverse array of programming, which of course includes HBO’s distinctive and groundbreaking scripted series and documentaries.” Wasserman says it’s surreal to work with the creators of such iconic HBO comedies as “Barry” and “I May Destroy You,” as well as upcoming comedy series “Rain Dogs,” and Sam Mendes and Armando Iannucci’s “The Franchise.” Meanwhile, Alcantara develops and produces HBO Max’s tentpole dramas including “The Girls on the Bus,” “Warrior,” “Raised by Wolves” and “Full Circle.”īringing series to life: “From Ridley Scott to Steven Soderbergh, I’ve had the honor of working with filmmakers I’ve admired for as long as I can remember, and on epic projects,” Alcantara says. What they do have in common is a sharp eye for identifying talent and working with creators to develop and high-quality programming fitting their respective brands. The jobs of Wasserman, 31, and Alcantara, 40, are opposite sides of the same coin, not only because one focuses on comedy programming and the other on drama, but also because they work for two distinct entities: Wasserman for HBO and Alcantara for HBO Max. Wasserman: VP, Comedy Programming, HBO – Film & TV It’s making sure everybody’s voice is heard at that table.”Īlcantara: Senior VP, Drama Programming, HBO MAX – Film & TV It’s not just having a seat at the table. “This agency has been committed to listening to opinions from everyone who has something to say, be it an assistant or the lower-level agent. “If you don’t give a voice to those from a different background than the majority, diversity is meaningless,” Hammad says. She closed deals positioning Amy Rardin as head writer for Marvel’s “Echo” and Sara Hess as an EP on “House of the Dragon.”īeing heard: Verve’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity is more than PR spin, say the agents. Hammad’s mission is turning her own experiences as a woman of color into an advantage for her clients, many of whom are women or from underrepresented communities. Ringer, a newcomer at the agency, recently got Oscar-winning “CODA” actor Troy Kotsur cast in a Dis- ney+ project and is helping him develop a movie idea. Hammad, 38, and Ringer, 35, are genuinely excited by Verve’s commitment to inclusivity and representation - on-screen and off. Senior Talent Agents, Verve – Representation
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