Peninsula: The Great Producer

Chapter 158: Not a penny

There is a coffee shop near the studio.

Originally, Qi Yaojiu didn't need to rush back to the studio after finishing the filming of the first meeting of "Bengbeng Earth Game Hall".

Because the program will not be broadcast on K Broadcasting Station until September after filming, Qi Yaojiu has plenty of time for post-production editing, about 9 months.

The reason why they did not arrange a dinner together and returned to the studio was entirely because Qi Yaojiu came up with the idea of training new talents after noticing the camera techniques of his junior from the university.

These few years have undoubtedly been the golden period for the most prosperous development of H flow.

In addition to the emergence of many idol groups, H dramas and variety shows are also flourishing.

Qi Yaojiu cannot take care of too many things by himself, but he can assist behind the scenes and focus on training new people.

For example, writer Lee Eun-young.

As a variety show writer, Li Enying also followed Qi Yaojiu through "New Journey to the West", "Three Meals a Day", "Brilliant Legacy" and now "Bounce Earth Game Hall"

Li Enying is also familiar with the processes of preliminary preparation, shooting process, and post-production.

Ki Yo-gu, who left K Broadcasting Station this year to establish MAX Production Company, is definitely not satisfied with only the new program "Bounce Earth Game Hall".

"Runningman" can't catch up. The original production team of "X-Man" and "Family Outing" is already planning "Runningman".

But there are plenty of variety shows to be made besides "Runningman."

The simpler idol-related programs that came to Qi Yaojiu's mind included "Heroes" and "Youth Without Wins".

The production of these two programs is relatively simple and the scale is not large.

The former mainly involves regular female artists visiting various social groups and experiencing various forms of community life together with the host.

The latter is a form of content that allows idol stars to experience the reality of self-sufficient rural life.

No matter which program Li Enying is responsible for shooting and producing, it is not difficult.

MAX Studio.

Choi Jinna was chatting about the filming with Lee Eun-young and Kim Ji-hwan who had just returned from filming. After Ki Yo-gu came back, he went straight into his small office.

Sitting in his office chair, Qi Yaojiu called Director Park Jongmin.

After the beep, Director Park Jong-min's lazy voice came from the other end of the phone. Without any greetings, he got straight to the point and said, "What's wrong with the big star PD Qi? Which program are you going to arrange for newcomers to learn for free?"

Having said that, Qi Yaojiu only arranged it once. Although he used the resources of K Broadcasting Station and ate the lunch boxes from the food truck, he also helped with the work, didn't he?

And it was PD Na Young-seok who agreed to it himself. At least Ki Yo-gu hasn't bothered PD Kim Sang-mi yet.

Of course, Park Jong-min was joking, and Ki Yo-gu chimed in, "Am I considered a cheapskate in Director-nim's eyes?"

"Yes."

"Oh, so that's how it is. I was thinking of talking to Director-nim about another program. Since Director-nim thinks I'm taking advantage, I think I should talk to Director Choi In-young or Director Lee Myung-han."

Park Jong-min's voice immediately became spirited: "Stinky boy, if you dare, go find someone else first."

Qi Yaojiu chuckled across the phone and said, "Of course I didn't dare, that's why I called Director-nim right away. As I said, Director-nim and Director Jin Huizhu-nim are both benefactors and lighthouses in my life."

Park Jong-min on the other end of the phone muttered, "Didn't I tell you that he's my benefactor and beacon when I need him? This guy really is..."

Qi Yaojiu heard it, touched his innocent eyebrows awkwardly, and asked Park Jongmin: "Director-nim, I plan to plan another program where idol stars experience the reality of self-sufficient rural life."

Park Jong-min subconsciously replied, "Three Meals a Day, Idol Episode?"

Don’t say it, don’t say it, it seems that it can really be understood this way.

Without waiting for Ki Yo-gu to reply, Park Jong-min said, "Writer Yoon Ji-hye from Planning Team 2 proposed a similar idea to me the day before yesterday. As soon as I heard it, I thought it was very similar to the plan for 'Three Meals a Day, Three Days,' so I rejected it outright."

"Even if you, Ki Yo-gu, left K Broadcasting Station, you are still the 34th publicly recruited entertainment PD on our K Broadcasting Station roster. It is definitely not possible to use your planning ideas directly."

"Plus, the programs that broadcasters want nowadays tend to be more innovative..."

Park Jong-min said a lot afterwards, but Ki Yo-jiu didn't listen.

He just suddenly felt very fortunate.

Fortunately, the program "Three Meals a Day" was produced in advance.

Now that I think about it, "Youth Never Fails" is also a variety show on K Broadcasting Station, and it was actually planned by the writer Yoon Ji-hye who made a bet with me.

It is imperative to keep the benefits within the family.

Park Jong-min has already found a good way for Ki Yo-gu. "Youth Never Dies" can be said to be an idol version of "Three Meals a Day".

On the other end of the line, Park Jong-min called out to Ki Yo-gu, "Did you hear what I said, you little brat?" Coming back to his senses, Ki Yo-gu said, "Yes, I did. So, Director-nim, I'm planning to have writer Lee Eun-young take charge of the new program. What do you think, Director-nim?"

"What do I think? Bring me the plan first, and I'll leave the innovative program to you."

As if not giving Ji Yaojiu a chance to make an excuse, Director Park Jongmin finished his conversation and hung up the phone.

Qi Yaojiu was looking at the screen of his mobile phone and recalling some innovative program. He said he heard it, but in fact he didn't listen to it at all.

Is it to compete with the innovative programming of "Runningman"?

It is not something that cannot be done. After all, the ratings and other performances of "Runningman" in the early stage were very average and even to the point where the program was almost cancelled.

Qi Yaojiu doesn't understand the specific meaning of "innovation". Aren't "New Journey to the West" and "Three Meals a Day" innovative enough? If not, what about another line of programs? Parenting? Reality shows for older celebrities?
"Click"

He stood up and walked to the office door, opened the door and half of his body popped out, and Qi Yaojiu called out: "Enying, come in for a moment."

Lee Eun-young, who was chatting with Choi Jin-na, pointed at herself and said, "Is PDnim calling me?"

Cui Zhenna turned her head and said, "Go quickly."

Li Enying slowly stood up and pointed at herself: "Call me Enying?"

Jin Zhihuan smiled and said, "What? Didn't you say it was normal when PDnim called me brother before? Why are you surprised when it's your turn?"

Li Enying really couldn't adapt, mainly because she was used to hearing Qi Yaojiu calling her Li Writer.

Is this a different place after leaving the broadcasting station? It’s quite good, and I feel closer.

"dong dong dong"

Knock on the door and enter the office.

Lee Eun-young walked straight to the desk and said, "PDnim, are you looking for me?"

Qi Yaojiu pointed at the chair and said, "I want you to try to produce a new program."

Li Enying, who was pulling out a chair and about to sit down, froze.

He kept squatting with his hands on the armrests of the chair and looked at Qi Yaojiu in shock.

Qi Yaojiu raised his head and frowned, saying, "What's wrong with your expression? Are you lacking confidence?"

Li Enying quickly responded, "No, it was just too sudden. I have confidence, I really do."

Qi Yaojiu said without hesitation, "It can be seen as a program incubated by 'Three Meals a Day, Three Meals a Day,' which mainly focuses on idol stars experiencing self-sufficient rural life."

"The focus isn't on the games part of the show, but on highlighting the self-sufficiency aspect, allowing the idols to truly experience the lives of farmers. We can include some interactive games with local residents, but the amount should be kept within a reasonable range."

"I've already discussed this with Director Park Jong-min. After filming 'Bounce Earth Arcade,' you'll start preparing for your new show. I'll be involved in the early preparations and the first three takes, but you'll be responsible for the rest."

After saying that, Qi Yaojiu looked up at Li Enying again.

He waved his hand: "Enying, did you hear what I said?"

Li Enying nodded blankly.

At this moment, Qi Yaojiu suddenly understood Park Jongmin.

So this is how it feels.

Li Enying now is no different from herself just now, both are immersed in her own world of thoughts.

"dong dong dong"

After knocking on the table three times, Li Enying cheered up and said, "I can do it. I can definitely do it."

Qi Yaojiu smiled and said, "I believe you can do it, but at this stage, your attention should still be on the 'Bengbeng Earth Arcade'. Read more, ask more questions, and learn more."

"Got it. Thank you PDnim."

"Also, the performers for the new show will be selected through an open registration process."

"Open enrollment?"

"Well, let's see which entertainment company is more sincere in cooperating."

Li Enying realized that this was not just a change in the way of invitation, but an attempt to use other people's money to do his own business.

The sincerity that Qi Yaojiu mentioned, if we understand it, is equivalent to the amount of sponsorship from the entertainment company.

It’s true, I’m so stingy.

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(End of this chapter)