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Chad McCord Actors' Studio

Chad McCord is an well known acting coach, director, and writer based in Los Angeles. He has over 25 years of experience working in the entertainment industry. As a well-respected instructor and private coach of comedy, drama and stand up, Chad has worked on numerous high-profile films, coached many series regulars, guests’ stars and co-....

T V Comedy Essentials with Arrested Development Producer, Victor Hsu

What generates real comedy? Is there a secret recipe to making people laugh? Maybe it isn’t really a secret, but veteran TV producer, Victor Hsu, believes comedy is derived from honesty, emotional truth, and getting to the heart of a character’s reaction within relatable situations. Victor has produced some of the most memorable shows o....

Black Box Management

Black Box Management is a literary management company with highly respected manager Mike Dill. ....

Bellevue Productions

Bellevue Productions is a hybrid production company with capabilities in the complementary businesses of feature film production and motion graphics design.....

The Dreamality Corporation

This company has produced films for the public and seek writers to help with the demand of the projects needed.....

David Garrett and How A Screenwriter Can Create Lasting Relationships

SYS Podcast Episode #81: David Garrett Talks About The Importance Of Relationships To A Screenwriter And How To Make Those Relationships Screenwriter (and lawyer) David Garrett talks through exactly how he sold several of his scripts without the benefit of an agent or manager. He also talks in depth about relationship building and how impo....

Interview with Screenwriter, Erik Bork (Band of Brothers)

SYS Podcast Episode #82: Erik Bork (Band of Brothers) Talks About His Career As Screenwriter And Producer In this episode of the podcast I talk with writer and producer Erik Bork. He talks us through his entire career, starting out as a temp worker and eventually winning an Emmy Award on the hit HBO show Band of Brothers.....

Film Funding with Producers of 10 Cent Pistol, Damon & JT Alexander

SYS Podcast Episode #84: Actors/Producers Damon And JT Alexander Talk About Raising Money For Their Latest Film, 10 Cent Pistol In this episode of the podcast I talk with actors and producers Damon and JT Alexander about how they raised money for their latest film, 10 Cent Pistol.....

Mad Chin Productions

Michael Dennler is a screenwriter, wildlife and nature photographer based in Ibaraki, Japan. His work has been featured in online news and travel homepages.....

GUIÕES

Parabéns aos vencedores, aos finalistas e a todos os participantes nesta primeira edição do GUIÕES – Festival Internacional do Guião Cinematográfico de Língua Portuguesa.....

MICRO-BUDGET SCREENWRITING WITH CONSULTANT PAUL PEDITTO

Do you need to be in Los Angeles to consider yourself a screenwriter? Do you need to be in Los Angeles to write a movie that launches your career? Do you need to have an agent or manager to place in screenwriting contest? I think you’re seeing what the trending answer here is – no. “DIY Filmmaking” is no lon....

The Evolution of the Comic's Voice with Stand-Up Comedian, Ian Edwards

Is there a mathematical element to comedy writing? For most of us creative types, we would hope there isn’t simply because it may bring back nightmarish flashbacks of high school trigonometry or something, but in this interview with stand-up comedian and comedy writer, Ian Edwards, Ian discusses the specifics of how a joke is....

Resolution Rentals

Resolution Rentals is a professional film, video, and photography rental house based in Northern Liberties, Philadelphia. We are committed to equipping you with the tools you need, anytime, anywhere. We do this by offering a top-of-the-line selection of gear at reasonable prices, getting products to our customers on time, and ensurin....

The Scriptwriter

Dominic graduated from Bournemouth University with a BA (Hons) degree in Scriptwriting for Film & TV in 2001 and has been writing ever since. In May 2010 he finally took the plunge....

Write So Fluid

Writing advice, critique, and editing services by Michelle Goode.....

Creating Memorable Moments Through Meditative Writing with Jess Hinds

“Meditative Writing truly is “assisted self-discovery.” For the same reason writers should take acting classes, Meditative Writing helps you get down into your body, to work a scene or character from the inside out. The practice has applications even beyond writing, into directing, pitching, and just being in the world. This ....

Fix Your Pitch - Misunderstood Elements with Jacob Krueger

Award Winning Screenwriter Jacob Krueger shows you what it takes to pitch like a professional. Learn the elements of a killer logline and an irresistible pitch, and how to turn your script into producer candy, without “selling out” or sacrificing your voice as a writer. ....

Interview with Homeland Executive Producer, Alex Carey

Renowned Script Consultant, Jennifer Grisanti interview: Alex Cary was raised in London, spent seven years in the military, and came to Los Angeles fresh from the Gulf War in search of a career in TV & Film. In 2007, he was staffed on FX’s “The Riches,” then went on to USA’s “In Plain Sight,”....

Interview with Veteran Comedy Producer, Dan O'Shannon

Renowned Consultant, Jen Grisanti, interviews Dan O'Shannon: Dan has written for some of the most acclaimed network comedies such as Newhart, Cheers, Frasier, and Modern Family. His various awards include but are not limited to 4 Emmys, 2 Golden Globes, 5 WGA awards and an Academy Award nomination. O'Shannon has also lectured in at UCLA, USC, ....

Lessons from The Writer's Room with NCIS Producer, Gina Lucita Monreal

Interview with renowned writing consultant Jen Grisanti:  A Mexican-Norwegian-American from Milwaukee, Gina Lucita Monreal spent five years writing, acting, directing, and producing in the Chicago theater community.  Her play Jack-In-The-Box was produced at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater, and she co-founded Infa....