Writing for the Screen

<p><em>Writing for the Screen </em>is a collection of essays and interviews exploring the business of screenwriting. This highly accessible guide to working in film and television includes perspectives from industry insiders on topics such as breaking in; pitching; developing and nurturing business relationships; juggling multiple projects; and more. <em>Writing for the Screen </em>is an ideal companion to screenwriting and filmmaking classes demystifying the industry and the role of the screenwriter with real-world narratives and little-known truths about the business. With insight from working professionals you’ll be armed with the information you need to pursue your career as a screenwriter.</p><ul> <p> </p> <li>Contains essays by and interviews with screenwriting consultants television writers feature writers writer-directors of independent film producers and professors.</li> </ul><ul> <p> </p> <li>Offers expert opinions on how to get started including preparing your elevator pitch finding mentors landing an internship and moving from an internship to the next step in your career.</li> </ul><ul> <p> </p> <li>Reveals details about taking meetings what development executives are looking for in a screenwriter how and when to approach a producer and how to pitch.</li> </ul><ul> <p> </p> <li>Explores strategies for doing creative work under pressure finding your voice choosing what to write sticking with a project over the long haul overcoming discrimination and reinventing yourself as a writer.</li> </ul><ul> <p> </p> <li>Illuminates the business of screenwriting in the United States (New York and Los Angeles) as compared to other countries around the globe including England Ireland Peru France Australia and Belgium<em>.</em> </li> </ul>