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Young Gifted and Black

A hilarious comedy about a group of friends who work in or around the machine known as Hollywood...

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Young Gifted and Black

Young Gifted and Black

Young Gifted and Black

Young Gifted and Black

Young Gifted and Black

A hilarious comedy about a group of friends who work in or around the machine known as Hollywood...

A hilarious comedy about a group of friends who work in or around the machine known as Hollywood...

A hilarious comedy about a group of friends who work in or around the machine known as Hollywood...

A hilarious comedy about a group of friends who work in or around the machine known as Hollywood...

Jarvis Fuller
Jarvis Fuller
Jarvis Fuller
Jarvis Fuller
1 Campaign |
Los Angeles, United States
$850 USD 21 backers
13% of $6,500 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

GOAL $6000 Stretch goal $12000

Story/Synopsis

Young Gifted and Black is a comedy that focuses on the life of six friends living and working in Los Angeles. In the Pilot, we’re introduced to Phil Barber. Phil is a starving Artist who has just recently moved to Los Angeles to pursue his dreams of becoming a professional musician. He meets up with a group of his friends; Tonya Barber – Phil’s cousin and stylist to the stars, Derrick Black – a former athlete and Phil’s former college roommate turned Hollywood producer, Rocky Savage - the pretty boy actor with dumb luck, and Cassidy James – Former classmate and wise cracking Los Angelino. We quickly see that each character brings their own unique flavor to the group and that together, they form some strange Hollywood family. Later, the group is introduced to Nicole Hamilton, a rich friend of Cassidy’s who moves to Los Angeles with hidden intentions. Those will be revealed in the second episode as  Cassidy tries to get into her good graces and the group struggles to stretch and accommodate new and old faces.

Think of this as the "Black Friends." When the pursuit of fame and the swirling storm of drama that comes with it gets real, all these friends have is each other. But their personal lives may prove to be more outlandish than any Hollywood personas they’re chasing.

Cast photos in the "Gallery" tab

About the creator

My name is Jarvis Fuller and I'm the show creator/writer. I'm originally from Denver Colorado and have been a resident of LA for the past five years. I've worked on a number of projects (Music Videos, award shows, TV spots and films) and with networks including but not limited to Bravo and BET to name a couple. I've been passionate about film and television for as long as I can remember. And I'm excited to share some great stories with YOU. Are they art imitating life, or life imitating art? I guess you'll have to watch.

What are we asking for?

At this point with the connections we have, not only have we cast the show. But we've been able to secure producers Paul Watson (credits listed below) and Boulder Entertainment (an independent production company/LLC). With their help, we'll be able to stretch a tight budget a long way. We are asking for $6500 to go straight to production. Remember that the average half hour comedic sitcom costs $2 million. The stretch goal of $12000 will not only help us secure the crew and feed everyone, but it will also help ease up on the pressure so that we can possibly fit in an extra shoot day and not feel rushed.

It will cover:

  • Crew
  • Food
  • Location
  • Equipment rental
  • Post Production

Appeal? What you get

Unfortunately, we just lost one of our greatest comedic actors, Robin Williams. It's on the heels of this loss that we realize how comedy truly touches our lives and lives around the world. Laughter is truly healing and can transcend barriers. How many times have you been able to connect with a stranger over a shared memory of a childhood show or the humor behind a funny situation? Who doesn't like to laugh? The nicest thing any one person can wear, is their smile.

Aside from busting your gut, check out the perks!!!

Risks & Challenges

There are always risks with any endeavor, especially one like this. But the closer we get to our goal, the more we are able to minimize any risk in our control. We are extremely confident in our cast and the production team. Teamwork makes the dream work and baby, We got a serious team!

Other Ways You Can Help

Not everyone will be able to contribute financially. That doesn't mean you can't still help us reach our goal. Indiegogo.com is a fantastic site and they've thought of everything. They have what are called "Share Tools" that you can use in order to help spread the word on your social media with all of your friends. If you are passionate about the project or comedy in general, or if you know one of the cast, crew or even myself, Share this campaign! Get the word out and help us get this made! Oh and...somebody call Oprah! Call Oprah!


Rebecca Silver as Tonya - Tonya is a professional stylist to the stars. But she's also what you might call a typical blonde. Her innocent lack of knowledge often provides a comical freshness to the group.

Robert Dowdy as Derrick - An up and coming producer. He's a ladys' man, has a few projects under his belt and likes to think he's the leader of the group. Often he's waiting for the right time to throw his accomplishments into conversation.

Brandi Huzzi as Cassidy - Cassidy is a no nonsense resident of Los Angeles. She's usually arguing with one of the guys. Her straight forward approach often comes off as dry humor.

Jarvis Fuller as Phil - Phil is a starving artist who's just recently moved to LA in pursuit of a music career. He's a little on the romantic side but is often the comedic relief of the group.

Aba Arthur as Nicole Hamilton - Nicole is an uppity socialite who is forced to move to Los Angeles for reasons unknown to the group. She's a former classmate of Cassidy and wouldn't be caught dead in last season's Prada.

Tom Williamson as Rocky - Rocky is pretty but dumb. He's also incredibly lucky. He's one of those who always seems to have everything go his way. And because of it, the ladies and everyone else seem to love him.
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Audition Package

$10 USD
Autographed “Thank You” from Actor/Writer Jarvis Fuller
3 claimed

Call Back Package

$25 USD
Autographed cast promo shot and “Thank You” from cast member. Informative emails about Premier date and release of episodes.
6 claimed

You Booked It

$50 USD
All of the above and a special shout out on all “Young Black and Gifted” social media
2 claimed

Starving Artist

$100 USD
All of the above and YGB gear. (items may vary and are limited)
2 claimed

Lights Camera Action

$200 USD
All of the above packages and a special invite to the premier screening in Hollywood. You’ll enjoy the show before it’s released to the public and rub elbows with cast and some real Hollywood types.
1 claimed

Your Big Break

$350 USD
All of the above, but you get the chance to come to the taping of one episode of “Young Gifted and Black.” Come visit set for an hour and experience what happens on a typical day in the life of one of our cast. Meet cast members, take selfies and just have a good time.
0 claimed

Ready For Your Close Up

$500 USD
Yes this is what you’ve been waiting for. Tell all your friends that you’re officially an actor. You will be granted a featured extra role with a speaking part in one of our episodes. Includes other packages as well.
0 claimed

Top Billing

$1,000 USD
Earn your place in our hearts and in the credits of the show as a producer!
0 claimed

Executive Producer

$2,000 USD
The title of this perk speaks for itself. Earn your place as an executive producer on this project!
0 claimed

Show Off

$6,000 USD
Yea I said it!!! You're showing off. But I didn't say it's a bad thing
0 claimed
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