Chapter 16 Recruitment
Director Li, let me introduce you to our Wang Dong.
The host of Entertainment Live spoke first.
Li Chen suddenly realized it was Wang Changtian, the boss of Enlight Media.
Li Chen proactively extended his hand and said with a polite smile, "Hello, Wang Dong, I am Li Chen."
Wang Changtian also extended his hand and greeted him, "Hello, Director Li. I've long wanted to meet a young talent like Director Li, but I didn't expect to have the opportunity until today."
"Wang Dong, you are too kind. Let me introduce you to the main creators of the crew."
In the evening, Wang Changtian hosted, and Li Chen gladly accepted.
Enlight Media's core resources lie in distribution and promotion, truly the industry's NO.1.
Maintaining a good relationship with Enlight Media was also Li Chen's goal.
In a private dining room, after three rounds of drinks and five courses, Wang Changtian smiled and said, "Director Li, do you like today's dishes?"
Li Chen smiled and said, "Thank you for your hospitality, Wang Dong. I don't think you invited me to dinner just for a meal, do you?"
Wang Changtian smiled and said, "Director Li is straightforward, so I'll get straight to the point."
"Does Director Li's company plan to accept investment?"
Li Chen didn't speak; he was considering what Wang Changtian meant.
Wang Changtian smiled and said, "Director Li, don't misunderstand, I have no ill intentions."
"From the cost of Director Li's three films, I guess Director Li's company currently has limited capabilities."
"But I am optimistic about your potential, Director Li. I've been following the news about Director Li these past few days."
"To be honest, I really admire you."
Li Chen breathed a sigh of relief. He had thought this person would try to overwhelm him with money right away.
That would inevitably lead to a breakdown in their talks, and he didn't want to sour his relationship with Enlight Media.
Li Chen smiled, "Thank you for your appreciation, Wang Dong. Then I'll be direct: although my company is small, it doesn't need investment at the moment."
"If there's ever a need, Enlight Media is undoubtedly a good choice."
Wang Changtian seemed to have anticipated this outcome, smiled, and said indifferently, "Since that's the case, I won't force it."
"However, if Director Li's next project still needs investment, please be sure to consider Enlight Media."
"No problem."
The two exchanged contact information and then departed.
Wang Changtian got into his car.
The assistant whispered, "Wang Dong, Director Li is too unappreciative."
Wang Changtian said coldly, "Shut up. If I hear such words again, don't appear before me."
The assistant was silent, not daring to make a sound.
Wang Changtian looked out the window; he was optimistic about Li Chen.
Li Chen sat in the taxi, the city's neon lights flashing by one by one at night.
A Fan Bingbing advertisement flashed past. Last year's box office champion, cell phone, further raised Fan Bingbing's profile.
Li Chen knew that it was with this cell phone that Fan Bingbing won her first Best Actress award.
Fan Bingbing, Fan Bingbing!
Li Chen finally remembered who that plump girl at Communication University of China was that day; it turned out to be her!
The next day, Li Chen specifically went to Communication University of China and found Yang Siwei.
Hearing that someone was looking for her from outside school, Yang Siwei rubbed her eyes when she saw the person, thinking she had seen wrong: "Director Li?"
Li Chen smiled, "Shall we find a place to chat?"
Yang Siwei excitedly said, "No problem."
The two found a cafe.
After sitting down, Li Chen smiled and said, "Aren't you surprised I came to see you today?"
Yang Siwei nodded and said, "Mm-hmm, it's really hard to imagine."
Li Chen continued, "I've heard of you. You're the student council president of the School of Film and Television Arts, working part-time while studying, with outstanding coordination and planning abilities."
"Director Li, you flatter me too much."
"Are you interested in working for my company?"
"Work for your company?"
"That's right! Although my company is currently small, it truly lacks someone like you with outstanding coordination skills and knowledge of the film and television industry."
"But what would I do if I went there?"
"Currently, you would help me manage the company's operations, including liaising with other companies and media."
"In the future, the company will definitely develop artist management, and I envision you as the company's Artist Director."
"Artist Director?"
"Yes, you can think about it. The company is just starting, so the conditions I can offer are limited."
"A 300,000 annual salary, plus year-end bonuses."
Yang Siwei swallowed, "Director Li, you're not joking, are you?"
Li Chen smiled, "I never joke with people I'm not familiar with."
Yang Siwei was flustered, but managed to compose herself and smiled, "Director Li, I need to think about it carefully."
"May I be so bold as to ask why you would choose an ordinary second-year university student like me?"
Li Chen nodded and said, "I choose people the same way I cast roles: I don't look at qualifications, only at suitability."
"That day at your school, when you asked me a question, I saw what I wanted in your eyes. It's that simple."
Li Chen handed her a business card.
"When you've decided, call me. I look forward to you joining."
Yang Siwei held the black card, watching the new director, who carried his own aura, leave.
She just felt that the day had been too surreal.
Yang Siwei's planning and public relations abilities are beyond doubt; the title Fan Ye was created by her.
Her shadow was present in Fan Bingbing's several public relations crises.
Li Chen's goal for his company's future artist management business is very clear.
It is to only produce high-quality work, not to pursue quantity.
Although Yang Siwei currently has no experience in artist management, it doesn't matter; he can support her and give her time to grow.
On April 24th, Men in Black's first-day box office was 1.56 million, and media estimated that this imported film's box office would not exceed 15 million.
The promotion for crazy stone was in full swing, and on April 25th, the crazy stone crew returned to Beijing.
"Everyone, see you at tomorrow's media screening."
"Okay, see you tomorrow, Director Li."
The next day, the media screening was still held in the China Film Group Corporation auditorium.
The atmosphere was enthusiastic, and the media unanimously favored crazy stone; red envelopes were also indispensable.
The twenty-seventh.
Sina Entertainment
"On May Day, the small-budget comedy crazy stone will make you laugh your head off."
Sohu Entertainment
"Domestic small-budget comedy goes head-to-head with imported blockbuster cold mountain. Director Li Chen claims to face it calmly, unafraid of the challenge."
Entertainment Live Report
"crazy stone, following lost on journey, is another heartfelt work by Director Li Chen. This holiday is not to be missed."
Unlike the media's positive praise, industry insiders were pessimistic about crazy stone.
Reporters interviewed several prominent directors.
"Commendable courage, but I'm not optimistic."
"Young people should not mistake luck for the norm."
"It's not just foreign films that are blockbusters. Next year, you'll see not only Hero but also The Promise."
On the thirtieth, Yang Siwei called.
"Director Li, I accept your invitation."
"Great, welcome to Rongchen Film and Television."
"Thank you. I can report tomorrow. I hope Director Li will take good care of me in the future."
"Mm, see you at the company tomorrow."
In the evening, Liu Yifei sent a message.
"Wishing you great box office success tomorrow! My mom and I will also be there ~_~"
Li Chen picked up his cell phone, smiled, and replied with a thank you.
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