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Here are some tips for unknown writers trying to get their script read by an established feature film production company. For almost six years, I've worked at a high profile feature film production company in New York City. Read More
Writers often ask us about how to follow up after an agent, manager or producer has requested a script. Philippa Burgess, literary manager at Mason/Burgess/Lifschultz, who represents screenwriters working in Hollywood Read More
When new screenwriters finish their scripts, they often begin the search for a rep to submit the work around town. But is that the best way to do it? Read More
When you step into the noisy, cattle-call throng of most film pitch festivals, it’s hard not to hear the opening lyrics from A Chorus Line running through your head... Read More
here are two times when a writer needs to pitch – when you’re thinking about an idea and may want to try it out on fellow writers and friends to assess interest, and when you are ready to sell a storyline and hope that it has the bizazz necessary to create interest in your script. Read More
Think of this as a quick-reference for instant inspiration... Read More
Your script is requested. So far your date with destiny is going well. You've gotten the okay and now you are moving in for the kiss. But just as bad breath or lousy technique can kill that magical moment Read More
They say 80% of your success is to keep showing up. As a writer you've probably put this into action in relation to your computer and your script in progress; but how are you doing with your relationships in the biz? Read More
Here are a few basic tips on marketing your script, query letters and other things... Read More
