STORY AND SCRIPT CONSULTING BACKGROUND

As a Current Programs Executive, I was exposed to the entire creative process, which means I know what the studio wants, what the network looks for and what kind of material you need in order to get hired. I have read over 3,000 scripts and given notes on most of them, so I know how to make a script the best that it can be. I also have a keen ability to assess whether the material on a director’s reel will get them the jobs that they want.

In addition to Aaron Spelling, other great mentors I’ve worked with include, Glenn Gordon Caron, Barry Schindel, E. Duke Vincent, Ira Behr, Ken Sanzel, Mara Brock Akil, John Eisendrath, Jorge Zamacona, Brad Kern, Chuck Pratt and Brenda Hampton.

Over the years, I have developed numerous industry relationships with successful writers, directors and executives who have supported me along the way. You can see some of their testimonials here.

In August of 2008, I was hired by NBC to be the Writing Instructor for their program, Writers on the Verge.  This is a 10-week program focused on polishing writers’ material and readying the participants for the staff writer position on a television series. Classes concentrate on creating an exceptional spec script and understanding the dynamics of pitching oneself in the television industry.

Since I launched my company in January of 2008, I have worked with over 350 writers, made up of half TV writers and half feature writers as well as 10 novelists.  I have helped several writers to sign with top agencies including UTA and CAA, I’ve helped 22 writers get staffed and 7 of my clients have sold pilots.  I also worked with a feature writer on a script that is currently being produced with huge names attached.  Additionally, many of writers I am working with have made it into writing programs as well as placed at high levels in writing competitions.

In June of 2009, I was invited to be a blogger on The Huffington Post.

Most of all, I absolutely love what I do. I enjoy working with writers and approach the process with care, experience and passion. It is imperative to me that both the writer and the story are honored as a script develops. In an industry that is generally too busy to give anyone personal attention, I will give it to you. With me, you get your own Personal Executive guiding you every step of the way.