Selling Yourself As A Scriptwriter in Hollywood: A 12-Step Marketing Plan for New and Used Screenwriters

AS A NEW SCREENWRITER, WHERE DO YOU START? Selling Yourself as a Scriptwriter in Hollywood is your most important resource as you begin your career as a professional screenwriter.

LEARN THE HOLLYWOOD LITERARY MARKETPLACE
New screenwriters need to learn the playing field before getting into the game.

ABOVE ALL ELSE YOU MUST LOOK PROFESSIONAL
This easy-to-read manual teaches new screenwriters state-of-the-art spec script format and selling techniques.

LEARN PROFESSIONAL TRICKS-OF-THE-TRADE
Many of the tools needed by new screenwriters are readily available—if you know where to find them.

BE AWARE OF THE DOs AND THE DON’Ts
No-nonsense warning of the common and not-so-common mistakes made by new screenwriters.

GETTING YOUR SCREENPLAY KNOWN IN HOLLYWOOD
After your screenplay is finished, learn how to uncover potential buyers and how to access reputable agents.

A PRODUCER OR AGENT WANTS TO READ YOUR SCRIPT
What should you send? What shouldn't you send? Learn how to create an effective submission package.

SCREENWRITING CONTESTS & FELLOWSHIPS
Are they useful? Which ones are best? There are some great opportunities offered by Hollywood’s major players.

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