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5 Screenwriter Success Tips For Networking Events

Most screenwriters know that networking and getting to know producers, agents and managers – or have them know you and read your work – is ...

Establish Credibility Before They Read Your Script

Once you have polished your script, gotten a thumbs up from a professional script analyst, and you also feel it's ready to go, then you ...

Do You Have a Hook In Your Screenplay Logline?

When you pitch your screenplay to a Hollywood executive, whether in a one-on-one pitch in person or in a query letter, your story needs to ...

Writing Screenplay Dialogue: 3 Crazy Ways To Improve It

Screenplay Dialogue: Lots of Crazy Ways to Improve The title of this article promises 3 crazy ways to improve your dialogue—but guess what? You’re getting ...

Show Your Screenwriting Talents With A Short Film

If you've written a screenplay, if you're even thinking about it, or if you've already completed one or more, then you've probably imagined what it ...

How to Write Captivating Script Dialogue

One of the biggest challenges in writing a great screenplay, even for seasoned writers, is writing strong script dialogue. The truth is that if you ...

The Screenwriter’s Best Resource For Authentic Creativity

The most effective, powerful, and interesting characters you can create for a screenplay are often based on real people. If you look back over your ...

Three Screenplay Pitch Openings That Hook Audiences Instantly

When it comes time to market and sell your screenplay, you will need to learn to pitch your screenplay -- both on paper and out ...

And Your Point Is?

It surprises me to find that so many screenwriters don't realize that they need to have a point to their story. By the time all ...

The Thieves of Hollywood: How to Protect Your Screenplay… or Not

“I’m afraid someone will steal my script. I’ve worked so hard on it and it’s really unique. I would be devastated if it got stolen. ...

Where Are You Going With Your Plot?

Every scene in your screenplay must be doing one or more of three things: revealing character, advancing the plot, or expanding the theme. All three ...

Market To Producers, Agents, or Managers First?

https://smartg.com/wp-content/uploads/wr-images/PD-AG-MG-First-FINAL.mp3   If you’re ready to market your screenplay, it’s likely you’ll plan to follow the  advice of what most other industry professionals will tell ...
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