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He Started as an Intern - here’s What Changed Everything
DeVon Franklin rose from intern to executive producer in Hollywood—but how did that actually happen?
In this episode of NAACP+ Inside the Industry, DeVon Franklin—producer behind films like "The Pursuit of Happyness," "Moneyball," and "The Karate Kid"—shares what it really takes to grow in this business, navigate opportunity, and build a career with purpose.
We'll cover topics such as:
- What it takes to stand out early in your career
- What ownership means in today’s entertainment industry
- Where the biggest opportunities are for creatives right now
From studio systems to independent…
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