Chapter 13

The next morning, when he got up, he simply washed and drove out. Today, in addition to paying attention to Pixar's stock, Zhuke has a lot to do. The most important thing is to visit seven SpongeBob house stores.

Hollywood highland shopping center.

SpongeBob house 2.

Apart from the head office, it has the best business because of its good location and many tourists. Sometimes its business is even better than that of the head office.

"Boss, welcome to inspect the work. If you don't come here today, I'm going to report to you this evening." Said Victor.

Victor Jones, male, white, 30 years old, married, has a two-year-old daughter and is currently the manager of the second store; Before he was the manager of the second store of SpongeBob house, he was the general manager of a local toy factory in Los Angeles. He made great achievements in his work. However, because the factory owner was addicted to gambling, he lost all his wealth in Las Vegas, so he turned to Zhuke.

He's victor Jones, no doubt the most outstanding employee under Zucker at present.

Before the release of toy story, the second store led by Victor was the one with the highest turnover and the only profitable store for two consecutive months.

From this point of view, who else does Zhuke value when he doesn't value him?

Talent is rare!

"Victor, I heard you worked in Hollywood for a while before you were the manager of a toy factory?" Asked Zucker.

Victor nodded and said, "yes, boss, I didn't do well in my studies when I was young. After graduating from high school, I came out to work and worked in Hollywood studios. Later, I also worked as a manager for several years."

As he spoke, Victor could not help but look nostalgic.

After all, it's Hollywood!

"Oh? Then why don't you continue to do it? " Zucker was curious.

"Boss, at that time, the company intended to transfer me to the New York branch as the manager, but at that time, my wife was pregnant, and every time the pregnancy reaction was serious; As a last resort, I had to resign, and then I went to work in a toy factory, as you know Said Victor.

Smell speech, Zhu Ke nodded.

Victor Jones is a really thoughtful and capable manager.

Before the release of toy story, Zhuke hoarded peripheral products, which was questioned by many store managers, including James, who thought Zhuke was too crazy.

Only Viktor supports Zhuke's practice!

He gave the reason: "since jobs took over Pixar, they have accumulated a lot of advanced 3D animation technology, although they still can't make ends meet with huge investment and have studied a lot of useless things; Moreover, as long as you have seen the Oscar Best Animated Short Film "iron tin soldier" produced by them a few years ago, you will find that their rendering technology and storytelling ability are very outstanding, and they are undoubtedly at the top of Hollywood and even the world《 "Toy Story" is their work, which took four years to build. The possibility of success is far greater than failure. "

From that day on.

Zucker confirmed: Victor is a real talent.

Why is it strange that Zucker has never heard of his name in the future?

Are there few talents buried in Hollywood?

Besides, sometimes opportunities and opportunities are more important than one's own ability!

"Victor, you'll sort out your work in the near future and get ready for the handover." Said Zucker.

"Er... Boss, did I do something wrong?"

Victor's heart leaped at the words of Zucker.

What is this for?

Are you going to fire me?

I'm short of money now. After all, my wife is at home with her two-year-old daughter. She needs money! How can you do without a job?

"You misunderstood."

"I'm going to buy a Hollywood film company in the near future," chucker said with a dumb smile; The former manager of a film company, I don't think he can. Would you like to have a try? Of course, you can also choose to refuse and continue the job. "

"I accept! I'm very eager to join in. "

Victor can't help himself. After all, he has worked in Hollywood for nearly ten years. This feeling doesn't mean that you can give up. Now the opportunity is just around the corner. How can you let it go?

........

In the twinkling of an eye, half a month has passed.

After the market value of Pixar Animation exceeded $1 billion, Zhuke did not hesitate to choose liquidation. The revenue ratio did not reach the expected 10 times, but also reached four times.

It's terrible!

"The investment of US $6 million has turned into US $24 million in half a month, with a profit of US $15 million, which is quite good."

With more than $20 million in cash flow, Zhuke is undoubtedly in a good mood.

Three days later.

After a week-long negotiation with Hughes pictures, the three of them finally reached an agreement.

At a cost of $2.8 million, Zucker completed a full equity acquisition of Hughes pictures and changed the name of the film company to Wald pictures!

Full name: Zucker Wald film entertainment company.

That's right. That's the narcissism of Zucker.

"Look at Disney and Warner, which one is not named after the last name? This is to write your name into the history of film

Although the other four of the six major Hollywood schools, paramount, Columbia, universal and 20th century fox, are equally great, who will remember their founders if they are not familiar with the history of Hollywood?

Zucker's total wealth now is close to $30 million, and as a passer-by, he firmly believes that he will have more money in the future. Shouldn't he pursue more?

For example: engraved in the history of film!

"Zhuke, congratulations. From today on, you are officially a member of Hollywood!" Candy looked at Zhuke and said with a smile.

"Congrats, too. You've made another 10000 dollars from me!" Said Zucker.

Smell speech, condy mouth slightly smoke: "you this vampire, my charge has enough low, want to change others, no 30000 dollars, will not see."

"Thank you, my friend."

This sentence, Zhuke is really sincere.

Generally speaking, the company in charge of taking over the acquisition case needs a lot of money. For the acquisition case of less than ten million US dollars, the market price is at least 5%;

Michael owitz, one of the founders of CAA, is one of the representatives of entertainment industry acquisition.

In 1989, Sony Group bought Columbia Pictures, one of the six largest Hollywood companies, with $3.4 billion, and paid owitz $35 million in personal Commission; In 1990, Panasonic Group acquired MCA with us $6.59 billion, and also paid a high commission of US $40 million.

In that case, condi's fees are not expensive.

This time, he gave Zhuke a big friendship price!

Of course, with the vampire like nature of Zhuke, he can't expect to get high service charges.

"Victor, you're the CEO of Wald pictures, so I'll wait and see." Chuck said suddenly.

Hearing this, Victor Jones immediately said, "boss, I won't let you down."

Zucker nodded and left Wald pictures with Cody. As for the established speech in front of all employees after the acquisition of the company, Zhuke did not attend.

Boss, you have to handle the staff!

Well, that's not the case.

Generally speaking, after a new boss acquires a company, he will increase the salary and benefits of his employees by 10% - 20%, which is not a small sum of money. Jack, no one is going to make more money from me. Wald, go online again!

Of course, Zucker has work to do now!

"Now that the acquisition of the Hollywood company has been completed, let's start making movies as soon as possible."

I can't help but chucker is not excited.

Make a movie!

Zhu Ke, who graduated from the Directing Department in his last life, has never been a director for a while. Well, he has never been a deputy director, but now he is a director in Hollywood. How can he not be excited?!