Worked as publicity writer for Warner Bros., then as West Coast entertainment editor for Fawcett Publications

After WWII began career as representative for Red Ryder radio scripts; then became a literary agent representing Ben Hecht, Thomas B Costain and J P Marquand

Joined Famous Artists Agency as a talent agent (represented Marilyn Monroe, Richard Burton and Kirk Douglas)

Formed Seven Arts Productions (with Eliot Hyman)

Produced first independent feature film, "The World of Suzie Wong"

Produced first Broadway musical, "Funny Girl"

Resigned as executive vice president and head of production of Seven Arts to become independent producer; formed Rastar Productions to produce film, "Funny Girl"

Formed Ray Stark Productions