Back in the ’90s, I was working with a producer of some note on a go movie project, and that producer wanted things a certain way. Now I did not agree with that producer’s take; in fact, I thought his approach was so appallingly wrongheaded and destructive to the project that I literally gave myself…
by Jim Cirile Season’s greetings, fellow scribes (as well as anyone kind enough to consider buying a screenwriter a gift.) If you’ve been agonizing over gift ideas for that screenwriter in your life, look no further! We’ve assembled our top ten picks that the writer in your life is sure to love. We have…
Hi folks! Well, that was fun. Our fourth CI Pro Series webinar “Ask us Anything” was jam-packed with fun and info. If you missed the webinar, fear not! Here it is again in its entirety. 1 hr. Remember, you can always email us with any questions about screenwriting or the biz (sorry, we…
Hey, gang! We’re going another free webinar Saturday Oct. 13 from 10-11AM PST. This will be an ‘anything goes’ Q&A featuring CI’s Jim Cirile and Tanya Klein. You got Q? We got A! Getting frustrated with never getting anywhere with your writing? Trying to figure out the best way to pitch your project? Wondering how…
So we did another giveaway of ten free half-hour phone consultations. I love doing these. It’s a chance to get to know some of you guys a little better and find out about your projects. I’m always amazed what you guys have got going on. I’ve only spoken to two of you so far —…
Welcome our new Manager. Howdy, fellow writers! I’m excited to announce that after 16 and a half years as chief cook and bottle washer here at CI, I am finally stepping back in order to focus on other projects. Don’t worry, I’ll still be around and available as always… but there’s a new sheriff in…
For everyone who missed our webinar, here it is in full, all 87 minutes of it. Number two in our CI Pro Free Webinar series: HOW TO CRUSH SCREENPLAY CONTESTS. Featuring esteemed panelists Claire Eland, Johnny Dangerton and Dava Taylor (not their real names) who read for all the biggest contests in town. Find out…
Hi, Peeps! It’s time for another in our CI Pro free webinar series. Want to get the inside scoop from readers for the biggest contests in town? Join us Saturday, July 7, 10AM – 11 AM PST. You won’t want to miss this! Register here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8759127832861531651
Hey, everyone! Check out my latest article for THE WRAP: “Yes, Hollywood Is Still Buying Spec Scripts.” Good news for both established and emerging writers! Big props to UTA’s Alex Rincon, Circle of Confusion’s Zach Cox, Verve’s David Boxerbaum, APA’s Adam Perry and Good Fear’s Jake Wagner for sharing their expertise and perspective. So check…
MasterClass delivers a super in-depth video tutorial from a legendary series creator. by S. Zahedi Aspiring dramatic TV writers take note: MasterClass‘s latest comprehensive video tutorial features acclaimed television writer Shonda Rhimes, the creator of shows such as Grey’s Anatomy, Private Practice, and Scandal. She is also known for having written screenplays for a…