
I have a confession. Back in the day, long before I had any consistent professional screenwriting contract work, I hated taking the time to outline...
I have a confession. Back in the day, long before I had any consistent professional screenwriting contract work, I hated taking the time to outline...
One of the most misinterpreted opportunities that screenwriters will encounter is open writing assignments (OWAs). When we’re talking about OWAs, we’re not talking about contracted...
The unmotivated don’t make it. This statement is true in any industry or career, but it’s especially true when you have dreams and aspirations to...
You go into the movie theater or click on a selection and two hours (give or take) later you’re left wondering, “How do bad movies...
I’ve been around the film and television industry block for almost 25 years now—nearly 18 years as a pro screenwriter. So, trust me, I know...
The title isn’t clickbait or hyperbole (this really happened)—and this isn’t intended as a “me” piece. I’m here to tell the true story of an...
There you are — dutifully producing great work and you're ready to get your first paid screenwriting gig. The one question you have is —...
If you've been waiting for your career to launch, it might be time to make your own screenwriting opportunities. Whether they know it or not,...
Only the top 1% of working screenwriters make a living writing for major studios and production companies. Most working screenwriters could be referred to as...
Twenty years ago, I started off working in the story department at MGM. That lead to my becoming a literary agent in Beverly Hills, eventually...