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4 Ways to Start a Script that a Reader Can’t Put Down
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4 Ways to Start a Script that a Reader Can’t Put Down

It’s heartbreaking, but it’s true: many decision makers (agents, producers, and executives) will decide if a writer is good or a project is compelling after reading only the first ten pages of a script. And in TV, it could be as little as the first threepages. This is why the beginning of your script is so important: its life or death often depends on its first few pages. 

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How to Write Better Dialogue
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How to Write Better Dialogue

Writing great dialogue is what makes your story come to life. Some of the most beloved writers are revered for their masterful dialogue, like Nora Ephron and her iconic character banter in WHEN HARRY MET SALLY, or Aaron Sorkin’s rapid-fire dialogue style in THE WEST WING and THE SOCIAL NETWORK.  

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5 Common Mistakes First-Time Indie Filmmakers Make

5 Common Mistakes First-Time Indie Filmmakers Make

Finally producing your first movie is very exciting. You’ve nailed the script (which can take years), you’ve secured financing, and you’re ready to finally (finally!) shoot and sell it. You’ve crossed many difficult hurdles to make it this far. So why do so many first-time filmmakers fail? Read my tips below to avoid common first-time filmmaking mistakes that will help set you up for success. 

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What Does True Success Look Like?
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What Does True Success Look Like?

As a writer, your days can fill up quickly. As you spend your time not just writing, but prepping for meetings, navigating notes calls and hustling to get ahead, the bigger picture can become smaller and smaller until you forget what you were looking at in the first place. It’s important to take a moment away from the everyday business of writing to remember why you started, where you’d like to go, and what true success looks like to you.

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3 Ways to Stay on Track with Your Writing Goals
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3 Ways to Stay on Track with Your Writing Goals

If you’re an aspiring screenwriter, sometimes the hardest part about living your passion is sitting down and actually writing. Here are some tips on some writing goals you can set that’ll get you into the right/write mindset for tackling your next screenplay.

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