Paradigm will launch a physical production department led by veteran agents Gil Harari and Jonathan Silverman.
Harari and Silverman previously held key roles at Paradigm, where each helped build and shape the agency’s physical production business during earlier chapters of their careers. The moves reunites them with the company but also signals a strategic effort to further strengthen Paradigm’s position in the feature and high-end television space.
Harari transitioned into physical production at the Skouras Agency, and built a robust client list across cinematography, production design and editorial. After subsequent roles at BWCS and ICM, Harari first joined Paradigm, where he expanded his business before being tapped to help launch a physical production department at APA. During his time there, he rapidly built one of the industry’s most competitive divisions, including the acquisition of Montana Artists Agency.
Harari’s roster of client credits include “The Conjuring,” “Aquaman,” “The King’s Speech,” “The Imitation Game” and more.
Silverman’s path to representation began in production before he transitioned to the agency world through the William Morris mailroom training program. Silverman was later recruited to Paradigm at just 32 years old to co-head the department, where he played a key role in staffing projects ranging from “Gosford Park”, “Be Cool” and “The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift” to HBO’s “The Sopranos.”
“Sam Gores and Paradigm have always been good to us, making this return feel like a true full-circle moment,” Harari said. “The opportunity to build something meaningful alongside Jonathan, whose career I’ve long admired, makes this especially exciting. As our industry evolves rapidly, our team will leverage its experience and relationships to become a top destination for production talent seeking true guidance and hands-on representation.”
Silverman added, “Gil and I have been looking for the right opportunity to collaborate for years. Reuniting at Paradigm, a place that has been so important to both of our careers, and working alongside such a dynamic group of agents makes this an incredibly energizing moment.”
“Gil and Jonathan are two of the most respected agents in the physical production space, with a proven track record of building elite client rosters and driving meaningful growth,” said Andrew Ruf, managing partner at Paradigm. “Both played important roles at Paradigm earlier in their careers, so welcoming them back in these leadership positions is especially meaningful. Their combined experience, relationships, and vision make them the ideal team to lead this next phase of our physical production business.”
Silverman was instrumental in building Endeavor’s physical production department from the ground up, which later became a cornerstone of WME. He played a key role with cinematography deals on features like “Hurt Locker” and “Quantum of Solace.” He subsequently founded Intrinsic, where he focused on both high-end television and features. He continued to secure major deals on acclaimed series including “Game of Thrones,” “Fallout” and features like “Get Out.”
The two bring a long-standing mutual respect and complementary expertise, positioning the Physical Production department for significant growth. Their return also reflects Paradigm’s broader momentum, as the agency continues to attract top-tier talent and leadership across multiple divisions.
Harari and Silverman will be based in Los Angeles.
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