EURO moderator:
Taro Russell @TaroJ
USA moderator:
Jeanne Veillette Bowerman @jeannevb
EURO CHAT:
@TaroJ: It's #scriptchat o'clock and tonight we're talking
pitching with @goodinaroom Hi Stephanie
July 15, 2012, 7:00 pm
@teenierussell: RT @TaroJ: Its #scriptchat oclock and
tonight were talking pitching with @goodinaroom Hi Stephanie #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:01 pm
@goodinaroom: Great to be here.n #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:01 pm
@goodinaroom: @Bang2write Totally agree—so important to know
your logline cold and be able to deliver it conversationally.n #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:01 pm
@MARKT11: Right on!n #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:02 pm
@teenierussell: You can read Stephanie's Bio here -
http://t.co/9r2PhVui and make sure to read her blog! http://t.co/KlxM9b8S
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:02 pm
@teenierussell: @goodinaroom Hi Stephanie, thank you for
joining us tonight #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:03 pm
@teenierussell: @MARKT11 Hi Mark #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:03 pm
@MARKT11: How long are standard pitches Stephanie? Few
lines? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:03 pm
@goodinaroom: @teenierussell It's my pleasure.n #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:03 pm
@goodinaroom: @MARKT11 As a standard, your "short
pitch" should be 1-3 sentences. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:04 pm
@teenierussell: My 1st Q: Does being nervous put off the
person you are pitching to? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:05 pm
@goodinaroom: Question for the group--What do you think is
the most challenging aspect of pitching? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:05 pm
@MARKT11: Yeah...that's what I've been practicing on. Keep
their eyes open LOL #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:05 pm
@zacsanford: Bummer. Didn't make it to the QFs of the
@PAGEawards. Now to rush home to join #scriptchat.
July 15, 2012, 7:05 pm
@teenierussell: @goodinaroom @MARKT11 What would you include
in the 1-3 sentences? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:06 pm
@teenierussell: RT @goodinaroom: Question for the
group--What do you think is the most challenging aspect of pitching? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:06 pm
@Bang2write: @goodinaroom hi :) I will be at @londonswf
hearing pitches as ever. I will add your book to "Bang2write Books"
on @Pinterest #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:06 pm
@goodinaroom: @teenierussell Being nervous- no. Seeming
nervous- yes. There are cures for nerves, however. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:06 pm
@TaroJ: How much of a pitch is selling yourself as much as
selling your script? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:06 pm
@teenierussell: @goodinaroom Most challenging for me is
getting the listener interested from the go #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:07 pm
@MARKT11: Challenging aspect? Getting them to see the story
I've created for fellow fans-audiences like myself #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:07 pm
@goodinaroom: @teenierussell Pitches get customized over
time. However, as a starting point, I recommend framing your story thusly:
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:07 pm
@DollarStoreFilm: RT @Bang2write: #scriptchat Hi everyone.
Search "5 Pitching Tips" at http://t.co/jHgtcXYZ for my take on
pitching, or click on the "pitches" label
July 15, 2012, 7:07 pm
@hashonomy_gus: Logline It! | The world's only site dedicated
to logline... http://t.co/ak15Lzsb #scriptchat #screenwriting #amwriting (via
@ozzywood)
July 15, 2012, 7:07 pm
@goodinaroom: @teenierussell My story is a (genre) called
(title) about (hero) who seems (goal) despite (obstacle). #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:08 pm
@goodinaroom: @TaroJ Half. Typically you will get asked Qs
about yourself and your job is to demonstrate your expertise. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:08 pm
@Sandy_Nicholson: @goodinaroom Not getting carried away and
going on a ramble. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:08 pm
@teenierussell: #pitches RT @goodinaroom: @teenierussell My
story is a (genre) called (title) about (hero) who seems (goal) despite (obstacle).
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:09 pm
@goodinaroom: @MARKT11 Good point. Execs aren't necessarily
fans of all genres and you may need to customize your pitch differently.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:09 pm
@goodinaroom: @Sandy_Nicholson Yes! Enthusiasm is good. With
practice your adrenaline won't cause your mouth to run away. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:10 pm
@goodinaroom: @hashonomy_gus Thanks for the link. I'll check
this out. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:11 pm
@milesmaker: Joss Whedon's top 10 writing tips
http://t.co/AWVTbpIM < is it any surprise his no.1 tip is FINISH IT?!?
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:12 pm
@TaroJ: @goodinaroom How or who would you advice practising
your pitch on #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:12 pm
@teenierussell: Q: Is there much difference between a pitch
for a feature vs a pitch for TV? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:12 pm
@Angeliciakj: @goodinaroom nerves #scriptchat guessing
July 15, 2012, 7:12 pm
@scriptmag: RT @milesmaker: Joss Whedon's top 10 writing
tips http://t.co/6ph8YLr2 < is it any surprise his no.1 tip is FINISH IT?!?
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:12 pm
@Sandy_Nicholson: @goodinaroom That's why me and my writing
group practice pitching, sometimes pitching the other persons idea back to
them. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:12 pm
@grking: RT @milesmaker: Joss Whedon's top 10 writing tips
http://t.co/AWVTbpIM < is it any surprise his no.1 tip is FINISH IT?!?
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:12 pm
@petewrites: @OnewordTF #pitches RT @teenierussell My story
is a (genre) called (title) about (hero) who seems (goal) despite (obstacle).
#scriptchat"
July 15, 2012, 7:13 pm
@Sofluid: Pitching: RT @goodinaroom: @teenierussell My story
is a (genre) called (title) about (hero) who seems (goal) despite (obstacle).
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:13 pm
@goodinaroom: @TaroJ 1st- Use an initial feedback group of
people in your target market but no decision-makers (friends, family,
colleagues) #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:13 pm
@PINKTROID: RT @teenierussell: Q: Is there much difference
between a pitch for a feature vs a pitch for TV? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:13 pm
@PINKTROID: RT @scriptmag: RT @milesmaker: Joss Whedon's top
10 writing tips http://t.co/6ph8YLr2 < is it any surprise his no.1 tip is
FINISH IT?!? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:13 pm
@TaroJ: @Sandy_Nicholson @goodinaroom that's a good idea,
I'd not thought of that #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:13 pm
@goodinaroom: @TaroJ 2nd- Once your pitch is getting
consistently positive feedback, take a "practice meeting" with
someone higher level. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:14 pm
@Sandy_Nicholson: @TaroJ @goodinaroom yeah it's great. It
also highlights what elements of your script are sticking in peoples minds.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:14 pm
@teenierussell: @Sandy_Nicholson that's a great idea, never
thought of that either! #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:14 pm
@matttaylor04: RT @milesmaker: Joss Whedon's top 10 writing
tips http://t.co/AWVTbpIM < is it any surprise his no.1 tip is FINISH IT?!?
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:14 pm
@kathkells: If you're pitching a thriller and the exec asks
you what else you've got, is it okay to pitch a comedy (or other genre)?
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:15 pm
@goodinaroom: @PINKTROID Yes. Among other things, a TV pitch
needs to suggest where future episodes would come from. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:15 pm
@goodinaroom: @Sandy_Nicholson Yes- Exactly! #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:16 pm
@MARKT11: Is it good to have a script Bible ready with that
tv pitch? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:16 pm
@antonsays: RT @teenierussell: #pitches RT @goodinaroom:
@teenierussell My story is a (genre) called (title) about (hero) who seems
(goal) despite (obstacle). #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:16 pm
@goodinaroom: @kathkells Actually, I recommend against it if
this would be your first sale. You want to build a rep as an expert in one
area. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:16 pm
@teenierussell: RT @goodinaroom: @PINKTROID Yes. Among other
things, a TV pitch needs to suggest where future episodes would come from.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:16 pm
@lizzayn: Pan's Folly and Thieves in the Night made it to
@PAGEawards quarter finals http://t.co/qBdsLT5O #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:17 pm
@goodinaroom: @MARKT11 Yes, but for your own creative
purposes, not necessarily for sharing it in the mtng. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:17 pm
@Bang2write: RT @Sofluid: Pitching: RT @goodinaroom:
@teenierussell My story is a (genre) called (title) about (hero) who seems
(goal) despite (obstacle). #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:18 pm
@goodinaroom: Q for the group: What genres of projects are
you working on? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:18 pm
@teenierussell: Q: I've heard/read a lot about not leaving
any paperwork behind after a pitch. How much/little should one give?
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:19 pm
@Nate_Matteson: RT @scriptmag: RT @milesmaker: Joss Whedon's
top 10 writing tips http://t.co/6ph8YLr2 < is it any surprise his no.1 tip
is FINISH IT?!? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:19 pm
@teenierussell: RT @goodinaroom: Q for the group: What
genres of projects are you working on? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:19 pm
@Sandy_Nicholson: @goodinaroom @PINKTROID Try to get hold of
a series bible from a show you like. It'll give you an idea of how it was
pitched. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:19 pm
@teenierussell: @goodinaroom Comedy - feature and sitcom
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:19 pm
@goodinaroom: @teenierussell Yes, don't leave paperwork
behind- execs just use "leave behinds" to pass. Offer to come back
and pitch again. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:20 pm
@Sandy_Nicholson: @goodinaroom Romantic comedy feature and
several drama pilots. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:20 pm
@TaroJ: @goodinaroom tv sitcom at the moment #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:20 pm
@antonsays: @goodinaroom comedy feature and sitcom and hi!
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:21 pm
@kathkells: @goodinaroom Thanks! Good to know. Working on
thriller, psych thriller, and rom-com. Pitching thriller. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:21 pm
@teenierussell: RT @goodinaroom: @teenierussell Yes, don't
leave paperwork behind- execs just use "leave behinds" to pass. Offer
to come back and pitch again. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:21 pm
@goodinaroom: @Sandy_Nicholson Getting a bible is great- but
it won't always reveal the original pitch. V helpful for writing a spec.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:21 pm
@MARKT11: Polishing sci-fi horror spec, with recent option
offer...finishing revenge thriller. Starting tv pilot spec. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:22 pm
@Bang2write: Good stuff from @goodinaroom - I don't like to
be given stuff when ppl pitch me at @londonswf, prefer decent follow up email
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:22 pm
@goodinaroom: Q to the group: If you could only work in one
genre for the next 5 yrs, what would that be? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:22 pm
@teenierussell: @goodinaroom @Sandy_Nicholson any
suggestions of where to find a series Bible online? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:22 pm
@kiribatiwriter: Very excited to have 2 scripts, a comedy
and a drama, make the quarterfinals of @PAGEawards #scriptchat Congrats to my
other Qfinalists!
July 15, 2012, 7:23 pm
@Bang2write: Oddly, few writers follow up on their pitches!
Madness. Is it they don't know what to say? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:23 pm
@goodinaroom: @Bang2write Thanks. Follow-up is so important
(and rarely done well). #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:23 pm
@Sandy_Nicholson: @teenierussell @goodinaroom I can send you
the ones for The Wire or Battlestar Galactica, for others I'll have a sniff
around. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:23 pm
@MARKT11: Sci-fi/horror/Super heroes...if that can be
one!LOL #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:23 pm
@antonsays: @goodinaroom comedy! #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:24 pm
@goodinaroom: Here's a post about the original pitch for
"Friends." http://t.co/5YHHjg9O #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:24 pm
@Sandy_Nicholson: @goodinaroom I'd say TV drama, but that's
a massively broad genre. If I had to be more specific that would be difficult.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:24 pm
@teenierussell: RT @goodinaroom: Q to the group: If you
could only work in one genre for the next 5 yrs, what would that be?
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:25 pm
@Gimme_Credit: RT @Bang2write: Oddly, few writers follow up
on their pitches! Madness. Is it they don't know what to say? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:25 pm
@Angeliciakj: @goodinaroom Hard question but I would have to
say horror or some aspect of horror #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:25 pm
@teenierussell: @goodinaroom It would have to be Comedy
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:25 pm
@goodinaroom: Here's the original pitch for Battlestar
Galactica: http://t.co/7YwQYYT3 #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:25 pm
@Angeliciakj: RT @goodinaroom: Here's a post about the
original pitch for "Friends." http://t.co/5YHHjg9O #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:25 pm
@kathkells: @goodinaroom Probably dramedy, which I know
isn't very commercial. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:25 pm
@teenierussell: RT @Bang2write: Good stuff from @goodinaroom
- I don't like to be given stuff when ppl pitch me at @londonswf, prefer decent
follow up email #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:25 pm
@Bang2write: @teenierussell @leethomson's list of series
bibles, filed under TV writing The Required Reading List at
http://t.co/jHgtcXYZ #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:25 pm
@TaroJ: @goodinaroom comedy for me too. Do you approach a
pitch differently for say a horror or a comedy? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:25 pm
@JLichtenberg: RT @goodinaroom: Here's a post about the
original pitch for "Friends." http://t.co/5YHHjg9O #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:26 pm
@antonsays: RT @goodinaroom: Here's a post about the
original pitch for "Friends." http://t.co/SnCYgOpd #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:26 pm
@goodinaroom: @Sandy_Nicholson Yes and clarifying the genre
would dramatically improve the pitch and ability to identify buyers.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:26 pm
@Bang2write: @goodinaroom so true. What would be your tips
for following up on pitches? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:27 pm
@MARKT11: Strong visually driven genres...will grow more
with global audiences in this digital age #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:27 pm
@zacsanford2: Ah, finally back. Hopefully I don't double up
on some questions if I throw any out there. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:27 pm
@TaroJ: RT @goodinaroom: Here's a post about the original
pitch for "Friends." http://t.co/5YHHjg9O #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:27 pm
@teenierussell: @Bang2write Thank you! #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:27 pm
@TaroJ: @goodinaroom that sums up 10 years of friends pretty
well, great pitch #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:28 pm
@Sandy_Nicholson: @goodinaroom With TV drama I find it hard
to define like that though. Other than police drama what are the genres?
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:28 pm
@goodinaroom: @TaroJ The key is to clarify the sub-genre and
customize to the specific buyer. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:28 pm
@MARKT11: No one saw the massive success coming from
Burton's ALICE IN WONDERLAND. Very old story told visually uniquely.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:29 pm
@goodinaroom: @Bang2write Send a hand-written TY note the
next day. Call in one week. Email one wk after that. Then stop (if no
response). #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:29 pm
@teenierussell: RT @goodinaroom @Sandy_Nicholson Yes +
clarifying the genre would dramatically improve the pitch and ability to
identify buyers #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:30 pm
@zacsanford2: RT @goodinaroom: @TaroJ The key is to clarify
the sub-genre and customize to the specific buyer. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:30 pm
@princess_scribe: @CinemaProfound has just got set up with
#PayPal and will be able to campaign in a few days! Cool stuff/opps for all
planned! #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:30 pm
@TaroJ: RT @goodinaroom: @Bang2write Send a hand-written TY
note the next day. Call in one week. Email one wk after that. Then stop (if no
response). #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:30 pm
@antonsays: @goodinaroom @Bang2write a bit like a date then
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:30 pm
@grking: "Joss Whedon’s Top 10 Writing Tips" -
great food for thought from one of the most successful writers
http://t.co/ppBHQW8m #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:31 pm
@kathkells: @goodinaroom How long should a pitch be,
ideally? 5-10 minutes? Longer? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:31 pm
@teenierussell: @zacsanford2 Hi Zac! #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:31 pm
@zacsanford2: @goodinaroom I agree with your followup rules
except when it is a PitchFest type situation. Those need more time before f/u.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:31 pm
@goodinaroom: @Sandy_Nicholson Cable vs. network? Single
protag vs. ensemble? Male or female aud? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:31 pm
@Bang2write: RT @goodinaroom: @Bang2write Send a
hand-written TY note the next day. Call in one week. Email one wk after that.
Then stop (if no response). #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:31 pm
@TaroJ: We're half way through #scriptchat with @goodinaroom
with some great tips on pitching. Follow the hash tag and join in.
July 15, 2012, 7:31 pm
@zacsanford2: @teenierussell 'ello. Glad to join you guys
for this rare occasion, but couldn't miss out on @goodinaroom. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:32 pm
@goodinaroom: @antonsays Yes, like a first date. Exactly.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:32 pm
@TaroJ: @antonsays @goodinaroom @bang2write but without
flowers or restraining orders #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:32 pm
@zacsanford2: @goodinaroom This may have already been asked
(and if so you can ignore), but what is the WORST thing one can do while
pitching? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:32 pm
@Bang2write: @goodinaroom can count the number of
handwritten cards I've had on 1 hand! Those that have, I've remembered tho
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:32 pm
@goodinaroom: @kathkells Your short pitch should be 1 min or
less. Your complete pitch should be under 10 min and as short as possible.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:33 pm
@ajproc: RT @milesmaker: Joss Whedon's top 10 writing tips
http://t.co/AWVTbpIM < is it any surprise his no.1 tip is FINISH IT?!?
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:33 pm
@Sandy_Nicholson: RT @goodinaroom: @Sandy_Nicholson Cable
vs. network? Single protag vs. ensemble? Male or female aud? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:33 pm
@NickySilv: RT @kathkells: If you're pitching a thriller and
the exec asks you what else you've got, is it okay to pitch a comedy (or other
genre)? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:33 pm
@Sandy_Nicholson: @goodinaroom Thanks, that's really useful.
Pitches AMENDED! #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:33 pm
@goodinaroom: @kathkells Make sure you save time for Q &
A. In Q & A is where the sale is made. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:33 pm
@zacsanford2: THIS! RT @goodinaroom: @kathkells Make sure
you save time for Q & A. In Q & A is where the sale is made.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:34 pm
@goodinaroom: @zacsanford2 PitchFest tip: Follow up BEFORE
the meeting by sending a handwritten personal note. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:34 pm
@SiFoulaReel: @TaroJ *runs in, throws jacket on hook* I'm
here! What did I miss?! #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:34 pm
@teenierussell: RT @TaroJ: We're half way through
#scriptchat with @goodinaroom with some great tips on pitching. Follow the hash
tag and join in.
July 15, 2012, 7:34 pm
@goodinaroom: @zacsanford2 Talking business too soon. Build
rapport and get to know the decision-maker before you start pitching.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:34 pm
@JenWestcott: RT @milesmaker: Joss Whedon's top 10 writing
tips http://t.co/AWVTbpIM < is it any surprise his no.1 tip is FINISH IT?!?
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:35 pm
@goodinaroom: @SiFoulaReel *Here's a dirty martini. You
haven't missed anything. Good to have you here.* #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:35 pm
@teenierussell: RT @goodinaroom Your short pitch should be 1
min or less. Your complete pitch should be under 10 min and as short as
possible. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:35 pm
@zacsanford2: @goodinaroom I love building rapport as I came
from sales. That was always my way in to closing the sale. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:35 pm
@goodinaroom: @zacsanford2 A sales background is great.
Business is personal. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:36 pm
@iamthe_will: RT @milesmaker: Joss Whedon's top 10 writing
tips http://t.co/AWVTbpIM < is it any surprise his no.1 tip is FINISH IT?!? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:36 pm
@SiFoulaReel: @goodinaroom Thanks - just catching up using
the hashtag now. *belts down Martini* #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:36 pm
@kathkells: @goodinaroom Thank you! Very helpful.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:36 pm
@matthew_cruz: @goodinaroom Should pitch mention successful
shows that are currently on-air as a comparison? Or stick to your idea
exclusively? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:37 pm
@tim_stotz: RT @milesmaker: Joss Whedon's top 10 writing
tips http://t.co/hYnb1Axr < is it any surprise his no.1 tip is FINISH IT?!?
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:37 pm
@TaroJ: @SiFoulaReel Hi Simon, just in time come join in
with @goodinaroom talking about pitching #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:37 pm
@DiChristine: RT @milesmaker: Joss Whedon's top 10 writing
tips http://t.co/AWVTbpIM < is it any surprise his no.1 tip is FINISH IT?!?
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:37 pm
@Bang2write: @zacsanford2 hi Zac, agree re: pitchfest
situations. @londonswf do speed pitching + clever delegates drop a line before
meeting #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:38 pm
@goodinaroom: @matthew_cruz It depends. But in general,
stick to your original idea and let the execs suggest the comparisons.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:38 pm
@zacsanford2: @Bang2write I've attended countless pitchfests
over the last five years and only ONE person has ever done the pre-fest letter.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:39 pm
@goodinaroom: @matthew_cruz Also, "What is your project
most like?" asks about tone comparisons. Then you can use examples.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:39 pm
@TaroJ: If you get the opportunity to pitch but don't feel
the script ready, should you jump in for fear of not getting another chance
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:40 pm
@jeannevb: Still RT @jeannevb: Before I croak, or turn 50, I
want @johnaugust as a guest on #Scriptchat. I also want a big cake, a pony,
& a leprechaun
July 15, 2012, 7:40 pm
@Bang2write: @zacsanford2 I believe it. I have had two or
three ppl contact me b4 events. That's it. Crazy! #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:40 pm
@goodinaroom: @zacsanford2 I used "pre-fest"
letter with a VIP and he held it up at a big conf and said, "Find
me." We're still friends. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:41 pm
@ijoda07: RT @jeannevb: Still RT @jeannevb: Before I croak,
or turn 50, I want @johnaugust as a guest on #Scriptchat. I also want a big
cake, a pony, & a leprechaun
July 15, 2012, 7:42 pm
@soundarmory: RT @scriptmag: RT @milesmaker: Joss Whedon's
top 10 writing tips http://t.co/6ph8YLr2 < is it any surprise his no.1 tip
is FINISH IT?!? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:42 pm
@goodinaroom: @TaroJ It's hard, but I strongly suggest
waiting. You want to gather all the wood before you light the fire. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:42 pm
@ijoda07: Argh. Sorry i’m late #Scriptchat Better late than
never.
July 15, 2012, 7:43 pm
@zacsanford2: @goodinaroom Awesome. I also love when people
do the handwritten thank you as a follow up. No one hand writes letters
anymore. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:43 pm
@Bang2write: @zacsanford2 writers get together via Twitter
and FB ahead of events quite well; next target agents, producers, script
editors! #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:43 pm
@teenierussell: Q: I've heard of pitches just from an idea
ie the script still doesn't exist, is that a No for beginners? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:44 pm
@TaroJ: @Bang2write @zacsanford2 what would you put in a
pre-fest letter, just a hi and a logline? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:44 pm
@goodinaroom: @zacsanford2 When execs get their big stack of
morning mail, the hand-written notes get placed on top. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:44 pm
@Leytonrocks: RT @milesmaker: Joss Whedon's top 10 writing
tips http://t.co/AWVTbpIM < is it any surprise his no.1 tip is FINISH IT?!?
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:44 pm
@TaroJ: @ijoda07 Hi Jo plenty of time for any advice on
pitching from @#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:45 pm
@TaroJ: RT @goodinaroom: @zacsanford2 When execs get their
big stack of morning mail, the hand-written notes get placed on top.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:45 pm
@goodinaroom: @teenierussell Depends. I recommend pitching
to develop your idea prior to going to script. This saves time. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:45 pm
@SiFoulaReel: @teenierussell Unless expressively asked to
pitch ideas I had upcoming, I wouldn't dare pitch one I hadn't already written.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:46 pm
@Houston_Howard: RT @milesmaker: Joss Whedon's top 10
writing tips http://t.co/AWVTbpIM < is it any surprise his no.1 tip is
FINISH IT?!? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:46 pm
@CoreyBodohCreed: My script, "Blood Relative," is
a quarter-finalist for the @PAGEawards. See? Murder and deceit do pay off! #PAGEawards
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:46 pm
@goodinaroom: @TaroJ Share something specific that shows
you've done your homework (congrats on recent success) No logline. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:46 pm
@Leytonrocks: RT @zacsanford: Very simple and sound advice.
RT @GoIntoTheStory: Think concepts. Read scripts. Watch movies. Write pages.
#screenwriting #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:47 pm
@goodinaroom: @SiFoulaReel My philosophy is to pitch early
in the creative process to discover story problems prior to drafting.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:47 pm
@goodinaroom: @SiFoulaReel When pitching a decision-maker
(agent, exec, prod), yes, you would want to have the completed project.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:48 pm
@TaroJ: @goodinaroom @sifoulareel to your audience, or to
the people that can make it happen? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:48 pm
@goodinaroom: @CoreyBodohCreed Nice title! #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:48 pm
@Bang2write: @TaroJ think it depends. If speed pitching I'd
write a short email to say hi, mostly + if dialogue develops mention project
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:49 pm
@teenierussell: @zacsanford2 @Bang2write Not written a
pre-pitch letter but have introduced myself earlier and got positive feedback
from that #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:49 pm
@zacsanford2: RT @goodinaroom: @SiFoulaReel When pitching a
decision-maker (agent, exec, prod), you would want to have the completed
project. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:49 pm
@SiFoulaReel: @goodinaroom That's a good take on it. I'm
still amateur away from the action, so I'm taking anything viable to script
form. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:50 pm
@Angeliciakj: @goodinaroom b/c breaking into this writing
industry is so hard if U have no 'connects' time/ rewriting is all I do
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:50 pm
@goodinaroom: @SiFoulaReel If you're writing, you're in the
game. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:51 pm
@teenierussell: RT @goodinaroom: @TaroJ Share something
specific that shows you've done your homework (congrats on recent success) No
logline. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:51 pm
@Bang2write: @teenierussell Great! Thing is, a writer's
project is their baby, but in pitch situations it's just 1 of many. Gotta stand
out #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:51 pm
@SiFoulaReel: @goodinaroom Course I've also rejected ideas
that aren't passing muster / wouldn't find finance in a room of drunk
millionaires. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:51 pm
@teenierussell: @CoreyBodohCreed Congratulations #PageAwards
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:51 pm
@goodinaroom: @Angeliciakj You're on #scriptchat and
learning which puts you closer to the action. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:51 pm
@TaroJ: 10 minutes left on #scriptchat where we are talking
pitching with @goodinaroom
July 15, 2012, 7:52 pm
@goodinaroom: @Bang2write So true. When you really care
about something, it's easy to lose your perspective. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:53 pm
@TaroJ: @goodinaroom As someone that's experienced a lot of
pitches, what are the common pifalls to avoid? #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:53 pm
@goodinaroom: @Bang2write That's also why pitching is so
important. It tests whether what is in your head is transferring to other
heads. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:53 pm
@teenierussell: RT @TaroJ: 10 minutes left on #scriptchat
where we are talking pitching with @goodinaroom #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:54 pm
@Angeliciakj: @goodinaroom never stop learning, it will all
be worth it to make me a better writer but what I really need 2 learn
#HowToSellMe #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:54 pm
@goodinaroom: @TaroJ Talking too fast, saying too much, and
not customizing the pitch to the decision-maker. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:54 pm
@zacsanford2: @Angeliciakj I'm the worst at selling myself
as a writer. But also working as a development exec, mtgs have different
priority. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:55 pm
@goodinaroom: Do You Make These 7 Pitching Mistakes?
http://t.co/smo7UN8d #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:55 pm
@zacsanford2: RT @goodinaroom: @TaroJ Talking too fast,
saying too much, and not customizing the pitch to the decision-maker.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:55 pm
@TaroJ: @goodinaroom I guess that last point is all about
doing your homework #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:56 pm
@goodinaroom: @TaroJ Yes, you got it. It's not just
practicing your pitch, it's making the most out of each meeting. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:58 pm
@Leytonrocks: @goodinaroom @TaroJ thanks for that advice ;)
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:58 pm
@goodinaroom: The Most Common Pitch Meeting Mistake (That
You Don't Know You're Making) http://t.co/MypwGneX #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:59 pm
@zacsanford2: @goodinaroom Thanks for all the great advice.
I'll make sure to read the US transcript as I can't make it tonight.
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 7:59 pm
@goodinaroom: Thanks so much to everyone who participated!n
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 8:00 pm
@teenierussell: Thank you @goodinaroom for all the great
advice! #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 8:00 pm
@Sandy_Nicholson: Excellent chat this evening, thanks to
@goodinaroom and all you chatty folks. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 8:00 pm
@SiFoulaReel: @goodinaroom Thanks for coming on tonight, and
for the advice too. Cheers! #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 8:00 pm
@goodinaroom: Feel free to email me any further questions at
stephanie @ http://t.co/mbcMHsmI #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 8:00 pm
@TaroJ: Thanks @goodinaroom for some great advice and thanks
everyone for another great #scriptchat Stephanie guests for theUS later tonight
as well
July 15, 2012, 8:00 pm
@zacsanford2: And congrats to all the #scriptchat-ers who
made it into the QFs of the @PAGEawards! #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 8:00 pm
@rosspruden: RT @milesmaker: Joss Whedon's top 10 writing
tips http://t.co/AWVTbpIM < is it any surprise his no.1 tip is FINISH IT?!?
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 8:00 pm
@zacsanford2: RT @goodinaroom: Feel free to email me any
further questions at stephanie @ http://t.co/zHRGXFX7 #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 8:01 pm
@Sandy_Nicholson: As always I must hijack the room briefly
to say @NotLongNowUK are still looking for writers! http://t.co/X5wDXK3V
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 8:01 pm
@toptw_film: RT @milesmaker: Joss Whedon's top 10 writing
tips http://t.co/AWVTbpIM < is it any surprise his no.1 tip is FINISH IT?!?
#scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 8:01 pm
@zacsanford2: And thanks to @TaroJ and @teenierussell for
always moderating the UK chat. #scriptchat
July 15, 2012, 8:01 pm
USA CHAT:
@jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK with guest @goodinaroom
July 16, 2012, 12:00 am
@WriteCoachKiki: I think #scriptchat should have a
soundtrack. #thinkingdeepthoughts @jeannevb
July 16, 2012, 12:00 am
@goodinaroom: Hello! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:00 am
@SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Hello and welcome! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:00 am
@jeannevb: @goodinaroom *waves* Pouring you a big margarita
right now! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:00 am
@goodinaroom: @jeannevb Thanks! On the rocks with salt, pls.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:01 am
@Madskiadrai: RT @jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK with
guest @goodinaroom
July 16, 2012, 12:01 am
@kim_garland: Um, while you're pouring... *holds out empty
glass* RT @jeannevb: @goodinaroom *waves* Pouring you a big margarita right
now! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:01 am
@JLichtenberg: RT @jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK with
guest @goodinaroom
July 16, 2012, 12:01 am
@jeannevb: FYI @goodinaroom helps screenwriters pitch their
projects, so toss out any pitching questions you have #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:02 am
@MariliaAngeline: @cumber1137 Also do u know about live #scriptchat?
Tweeting info & q&a on writing/filmmaking. 1 in few min. Unlock ur
profile to be visible.
July 16, 2012, 12:02 am
@jeannevb: @goodinaroom the only way :) *dips in salt*
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:02 am
@SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: What are some ways you
suggest preparing for a pitch mtg? What homework should be done before going
in? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:02 am
@ThirstyGirlFilm: SOOOO jealous! *sneers your way* (j/k!!)
@kim_garland @jeannevb @goodinaroom RE: *waves* Pouring you a big margarita
right now! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:02 am
@kim_garland: RT @jeannevb: FYI @goodinaroom helps
screenwriters pitch their projects, so toss out any pitching questions you have
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:02 am
@jeannevb: Here's @goodinaroom's bio....take a quick peek
http://t.co/ah8wbBNr #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:03 am
@tracinell: Yay, I'm #scriptchat-ting tonight! :)
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:03 am
@ThirstyGirlFilm: @jeannevb RT: FYI @goodinaroom helps
screenwriters pitch their projects, so toss out any pitching questions you have
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:03 am
@tracinell: RT @SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: What are ways
to prepare for a pitch mtg? What homework should be done before going in?
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:03 am
@goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 Research the decision-maker
(agent, exec, prod) and customize your pitch to that specific person.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:03 am
@jeannevb: @goodinaroom Q: What's your #1 MUST tip for
pitching? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:03 am
@Nate_G_Smith: @tracinell Welcome to our humble abode!
#ScriptChat
July 16, 2012, 12:04 am
@gabyers: RT @jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK with guest
@goodinaroom
July 16, 2012, 12:04 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 Research the
decision-maker (agent, exec, prod) and customize your pitch to that specific
person. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:04 am
@kim_garland: @ThirstyGirlFilm I hope we have a @hollyshorts
margarita in our future. I mean, "thirsty" is right in your name!
#sothirsty #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:04 am
@MariliaAngeline: @cumber1137 lolz! Smart! I just am vague
that's my plan. Anyway u should read or participate just track #scriptchat in
search. Helpful ppl.
July 16, 2012, 12:04 am
@goodinaroom: @jeannevb #1 pitching tip: The more you say,
the less they hear. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:04 am
@art1032: Hey #scriptchat:)
July 16, 2012, 12:05 am
@tracinell: @Nate_G_Smith thanks, *offers a treat*, virtual
junior mint? ;) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:05 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @jeannevb #1 pitching tip: The
more you say, the less they hear. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:05 am
@kim_garland: Very interesting... and good to know! RT
@goodinaroom: @jeannevb #1 pitching tip: The more you say, the less they hear.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:05 am
@tracinell: @art1032 hi! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:05 am
@SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: If you broke up a pitch up
into sections, what would they be? ie. start with smalltalk? What's the
progression? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:06 am
@sethruffer: hey, everyone - long time no chat - hope you're
all well and enjoying a busy summer!n #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:06 am
@jeannevb: Less is def more #keepitsimplestupid #kiss RT
@goodinaroom: @jeannevb #1 pitching tip: The more you say, the less they hear.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:06 am
@art1032: @tracinell *waves* :) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:06 am
@tracinell: RT @SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: If a pitch is
sections, what would they be? ie. start with smalltalk? Whats the progression?
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:07 am
@sarahjansencom: Looks like fun! RT @ozzywood: How to Write
a Novel Using the Snowflake Method http://t.co/a18HFJlY #botw #scriptchat
#amwriting...
July 16, 2012, 12:07 am
@goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 There are 5 stages to every
mtng. 1. Build rapport. 2. Gather info. 3. The Pitch. 4. Q & A. 5. Closing.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:07 am
@jeannevb: @sethruffer great to see you back! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:07 am
@rebelshea: @goodinaroom What tone would you suggest when
pitching? What's the wrong tone to take? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:07 am
@Nate_G_Smith: I don't actually have any questions… So I
shall just sit and take notes *pulls out pad and pen* ––>And… Go!
#ScriptChat
July 16, 2012, 12:07 am
@goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 For more on the 5 stages of the
mtng, see chapters 20-31 of the book Good in a Room. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:07 am
@JAEL488: Hey everyone - #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:07 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 There are 5
stages: 1. Build rapport. 2. Gather info. 3. The Pitch. 4. Q & A. 5.
Closing. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:08 am
@tracinell: @JAEL488 hi! *tosses a junior mint* #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:08 am
@SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Will do, it's on my reading
list! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:08 am
@MeganDrapalski: Hi all! :) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:08 am
@goodinaroom: @rebelshea Conversational and as you would
expect, a comedic pitch should be funny and a dramatic thriller can have an
edge. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:08 am
@sethruffer: @jeannevb - thanks! Great to be seen! Hope
you're well!! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:09 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 For more on the 5
stages of the mtng, see chapters 20-31 of the book Good in a Room. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:09 am
@SarahAlexis4: @MeganDrapalski Hey! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:09 am
@goodinaroom: @Nate_G_Smith Note-taking is a pro move. I
highly recommend it in all mtngs. Execs love it. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:09 am
@kim_garland: RT @goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 There are 5
stages to every mtng. 1. Build rapport. 2. Gather info. 3. The Pitch. 4. Q
& A. 5. Closing. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:09 am
@jeannevb: FYI @goodinaroom has a blog & newsletter
http://t.co/0LTd9siU #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:09 am
@tracinell: @MeganDrapalski hi, Megan! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:09 am
@SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: How do you suggest balancing
staying on course but remaining conversational/engaging? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:10 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @Nate_G_Smith Note-taking is a
pro move. I highly recommend it in all mtngs. Execs love it. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:10 am
@tracinell: RT @jeannevb: FYI @goodinaroom has a blog &
newsletter http://t.co/8AGaCXaM #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:10 am
@JAEL488: @tracinell hit my nose - toss another. Hey Traci
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:10 am
@jeannevb: Also, @goodinaroom was at EURO chat too, so
you'll have double the fun for this week's transcript #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:10 am
@tracinell: RT @SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: How do you
suggest balancing staying on course but remaining conversational/engaging?
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:10 am
@art1032: RT @jeannevb: FYI @goodinaroom has a blog &
newsletter http://t.co/0LTd9siU #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:10 am
@Nate_G_Smith: RT @tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @Nate_G_Smith
Note-taking is a pro move. I highly recommend it in all mtngs. Execs love it.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:10 am
@goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 Start with your short pitch (1-3
sentences) and build in space for the exec to ask questions. Questions are
GOOD. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:10 am
@tracinell: @JAEL488 *do-over toss* ;) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:11 am
@goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 If the decision-maker is
interested, their questions will take you off-track, but that's a good sign.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:11 am
@SusynEliseDuris: Hey #scriptchat folks. I know. It has been
eons. How is everyone?
July 16, 2012, 12:11 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 Start with short
pitch (1-3 senten) build in space for exec to ask questions. Questions are
GOOD. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:11 am
@rebelshea: @goodinaroom Should you focus on a single pitch
or be ready with a slew of different ideas? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:12 am
@Bekemeyer: RT @jeannevb: Here's @goodinaroom's bio....take
a quick peek http://t.co/plwTqGqo #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:12 am
@goodinaroom: Question for the group- What are
screenwriters' biggest challenges when it comes to pitching? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:12 am
@ThirstyGirlFilm: @kim_garland YES! Must happen! I'll bring
#ThirstyGirl shot glass 4u2! re: hope @hollyshorts margarita in our future.
#sothirsty #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:12 am
@jeannevb: @SusynEliseDuris great! We're talking to pitching
expert @goodinaroom tonight #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:12 am
@ThirstyGirlFilm: RT @kim_garland: @ThirstyGirlFilm I hope
we have a @hollyshorts margarita in our future. I mean, "thirsty" is
right in your name! #sothirsty #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:12 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 If the decision-maker
is interested, their questions will go off-track, but thats a good sign.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:12 am
@JAEL488: RT @goodinaroom: Question for the group- What are
screenwriters' biggest challenges when it comes to pitching? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:12 am
@princess_scribe: RT @jeannevb: @SusynEliseDuris great!
We're talking to pitching expert @goodinaroom tonight #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:12 am
@tracinell: RT @rebelshea: @goodinaroom Should you focus on
a single pitch or be ready with a slew of different ideas? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:13 am
@goodinaroom: @rebelshea Know your short pitch cold and have
a couple other ideas in the same genre that you can tease. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:13 am
@princess_scribe: RT @Bekemeyer: RT @jeannevb: Here's
@goodinaroom's bio....take a quick peek http://t.co/plwTqGqo #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:13 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @rebelshea Know your short
pitch cold and have a couple other ideas in the same genre that you can tease.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:13 am
@sethruffer: @goodinaroom - I think a big challenge is
knowing when to shut up, and not talk yourself out of a follow-up meeting.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:13 am
@countmystars: @goodinaroom My biggest problem is figuring
out how to answer questions without sounding defensive #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:13 am
@SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom I think maybe how to open and
hook them? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:14 am
@MeganDrapalski: @goodinaroom mine is knowing when to stop
talking. I get nervous and tend to start saying things I really hadn't planned
to #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:14 am
@SusynEliseDuris: @jeannevb @goodinaroom you know I have
used a lot of the Silicon Valley VC rules in my pitches. It has seemed to help
me. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:14 am
@sethruffer: (er, uh....not that that's ever happened to
me.....) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:14 am
@JAEL488: @SarahAlexis4 @goodinaroom Icebreaker #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:14 am
@rebelshea: @goodinaroom Biggest challenge? Getting in the
room in the first place. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:14 am
@tracinell: 2 ears, 1 mouth. RT @sethruffer: @goodinaroom -
a big challenge is to shut up, not talk yourself out of a follow-up mting.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:14 am
@Nate_G_Smith: @goodinaroom Always been a fan of note
taking! Pen to pad seems to work best for me… I find computer to be impersonal
#ScriptChat
July 16, 2012, 12:14 am
@goodinaroom: @sethruffer Yes. I suggest taking a
"practice meeting" before the big mtng. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:15 am
@SusynEliseDuris: @kim_garland @ThirstyGirlFilm @hollyshorts
ah, drinks, you guys are my kind of peeps. #scriptchat. :)
July 16, 2012, 12:15 am
@jeannevb: Here's @goodinaroom's book http://t.co/bA8YzFmn
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:15 am
@tracinell: :) RT @rebelshea: @goodinaroom Biggest
challenge? Getting in the room in the first place. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:15 am
@JAEL488: RT @jeannevb: Here's @goodinaroom's book
http://t.co/bA8YzFmn #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:15 am
@tracinell: RT @jeannevb: Heres @goodinarooms book
http://t.co/mM1NPftQ #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:15 am
@goodinaroom: @countmystars Totally understandable. Identify
the tough Qs and prepare answers before the meeting. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:15 am
@SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: What are the most common
missteps in the room people don't tend to think of? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:15 am
@MeganDrapalski: RT @tracinell: :) RT @rebelshea:
@goodinaroom Biggest challenge? Getting in the room in the first place.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:15 am
@FloCyr: @goodinaroom @jeannevb Honestly? Nerves!
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:16 am
@art1032: RT @jeannevb: Here's @goodinaroom's book
http://t.co/bA8YzFmn #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:16 am
@SarahAlexis4: @rebelshea yes :) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:16 am
@goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 The key here is to test your
short pitch extensively before you're talking to a decision-maker. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:16 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @countmystars Totally
understandable. Identify the tough Qs and prepare answers before the meeting.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:16 am
@sethruffer: @countmystars - has a really good issue, too. I
think also there's risk of tending to agree to easily to comments. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:16 am
@jeannevb: Cool! #scriptchat RT @joereiter: @jeannevb
@goodinaroom highly recommend this book. helped me relax before week of
meetings
July 16, 2012, 12:16 am
@tracinell: RT @SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: What are the
most common missteps in the room people dont tend to think of? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:16 am
@sethruffer: RT @MeganDrapalski: RT @tracinell: :) RT
@rebelshea: @goodinaroom Biggest challenge? Getting in the room in the first
place. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:16 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 The key here is
to test your short pitch extensively before youre talking to a decision-maker.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:16 am
@jeannevb: @aspiringmama yes, I've been swamped. In the
middle of scriptchat...hold that thought
July 16, 2012, 12:16 am
@goodinaroom: @MeganDrapalski Nerves are so common
(especially when you are talking about something you really care about).
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:16 am
@goodinaroom: @MeganDrapalski The key is to prepare more in
advance. People are often shocked by how much prep goes into big pitches.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:17 am
@ThirstyGirlFilm: @goodinaroom RT: The key here is to test
your short pitch extensively before you're talking to a decision-maker.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:18 am
@MeganDrapalski: @goodinaroom I'm guessing execs don't
necessarily allow for them though? Or have i developed a cynical outlook here?
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:18 am
@kim_garland: @goodinaroom Q: How fully developed do f/u
ideas need to be? (not initial pitch) Complete script? Draft? Outline? Just a
pitch? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:18 am
@MeganDrapalski: RT @goodinaroom: The key is to prepare more
in advance. People are often shocked by how much prep goes into big pitches.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:18 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @MeganDrapalski key is to
prepare more in advance. People are shocked by how much prep goes into big
pitches. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:19 am
@tracinell: RT @kim_garland: @goodinaroom Q: How fully
developed do f/u ideas need to be? Complete script? Draft? Outline? Just a
pitch? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:19 am
@kim_garland: #Scriptchat & tequila are close friends!
RT @SusynEliseDuris: @ThirstyGirlFilm @hollyshorts ah, drinks, you guys are my
kind of peeps. :)
July 16, 2012, 12:19 am
@goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 A subtle mistake is talking
business too soon. Build rapport first and let decision-maker decide when you
pitch. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:19 am
@goodinaroom: @sethruffer Getting in the room can be tough.
It's important to have a good networking strategy. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:20 am
@SusynEliseDuris: @kim_garland @ThirstyGirlFilm @hollyshorts
I'll drink to that! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:20 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 A mistake-talking
business too soon. Build rapport first let decision-maker decide when u pitch.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:20 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @sethruffer Getting in the room
can be tough. Its important to have a good networking strategy. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:21 am
@jeannevb: @goodinaroom i bet you've used your pitching
skills in many other areas of your life #justsayin #toolbox #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:21 am
@goodinaroom: @MeganDrapalski Don't allow for what? (sorry
lost train here) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:21 am
@MeganDrapalski: RT @goodinaroom: A subtle mistake is
talking business too soon. Build rapport first let decision-maker decide when u
pitch. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:21 am
@ThirstyGirlFilm: RT @kim_garland: #Scriptchat & tequila
are close friends! RT @SusynEliseDuris: @ThirstyGirlFilm @hollyshorts ah,
drinks, you guys are my kind of peeps. :)
July 16, 2012, 12:21 am
@goodinaroom: @kim_garland A F/Up idea should only be
teased. Set another mtng to pitch in full if decision-maker is interested.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:22 am
@scriptmag: If ur #screenwriter in need of pitching tips,
@goodinaroom is on LIVE NOW on #scriptchat http://t.co/Ga2YeMOb
July 16, 2012, 12:22 am
@MeganDrapalski: @goodinaroom For nerves. Thanks for
answering all our questions :) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:22 am
@JAEL488: @goodinaroom @sethruffer screenwriter becomes a
salesman - with some that can be tough. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:22 am
@tracinell: RT @scriptmag: If ur #screenwriter in need of
pitching tips, @goodinaroom is on LIVE NOW on #scriptchat http://t.co/AliXjNUn
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:22 am
@goodinaroom: @jeannevb Yes, I got very good discounts from
vendors at my wedding.n #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:22 am
@rebelshea: Dammit, didn't pace this out correctly. I'm out
of wine. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:23 am
@SusynEliseDuris: @tracinell @goodinaroom @sethruffer I
can't agree more about the networking strategy. Pulling the trigger at right
time is key. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:23 am
@rdlln: RT @scriptmag: If ur #screenwriter in need of
pitching tips, @goodinaroom is on LIVE NOW on #scriptchat http://t.co/Ga2YeMOb
July 16, 2012, 12:23 am
@SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: Any tips on how to read the
room when you're pitching & how to react/course correct if you may be
losing them? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:23 am
@goodinaroom: @SusynEliseDuris Exactly. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:23 am
@Theo_Alki: RT @scriptmag: If ur #screenwriter in need of
pitching tips, @goodinaroom is on LIVE NOW on #scriptchat http://t.co/Ga2YeMOb
July 16, 2012, 12:24 am
@tracinell: RT @SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: Any tips on
how to read the room, how to react/course correct if you may be losing them?
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:24 am
@MeganDrapalski: RT @SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: Any tips
on reading the room when youre pitching & how to react/course correct if
losing them? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:24 am
@copil: Guys, @goodinaroom is answering questions about
pitching. Use the #scriptchat hashtag (but the advice applies to all kinds of
pitches).
July 16, 2012, 12:24 am
@jeannevb: @goodinaroom heehee #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:24 am
@MeganDrapalski: @rebelshea They key is to have more then
pacing necessary #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:25 am
@goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 Keep focus on the listeners. If
you feel like you're losing your audience, stop, ask for Qs or summarize.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:25 am
@pulptone: RT @scriptmag: If ur #screenwriter in need of
pitching tips, @goodinaroom is on LIVE NOW on #scriptchat http://t.co/Ga2YeMOb
July 16, 2012, 12:25 am
@Amanda_Parsons: RT @scriptmag: If ur #screenwriter in need
of pitching tips, @goodinaroom is on LIVE NOW on #scriptchat
http://t.co/Ga2YeMOb
July 16, 2012, 12:26 am
@SusynEliseDuris: I also agree about developing relationship
before pitch. It takes time. It is not wham, bam, thank you. Patience is a
virtue. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:26 am
@MeganDrapalski: RT @copil: Guys, @goodinaroom answering
questions about pitching. Use the #scriptchat hashtag (applies to all kinds of
pitches). #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:26 am
@ReginaAins08: RT @grking: "Joss Whedon’s Top 10
Writing Tips" - great food for thought from one of the most successful
writers http://t.co/ppBHQW8m #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:26 am
@UrbanFlipFlop: RT @goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 Keep focus on
the listeners. If you feel like you're losing your audience, stop, ask for Qs
or summarize. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:26 am
@ThirstyGirlFilm: @SusynEliseDuris RT: I agree bout
developing relationship before pitch. Takes time. Not wham, bam, thank you.
Patience is virtue #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:26 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 Keep focus on
listeners. If you feel like ure losing ur audience, stop, ask for Qs or
summarize. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:26 am
@ThirstyGirlFilm: RT @scriptmag: If ur #screenwriter in need
of pitching tips, @goodinaroom is on LIVE NOW on #scriptchat
http://t.co/Ga2YeMOb
July 16, 2012, 12:27 am
@goodinaroom: @MeganDrapalski If you have a lot of material,
a good technique is to audio record yourself. Then edit and try again.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:27 am
@jeannevb: @goodinaroom Q: what do you think of the
speed-dating pitchfests? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:27 am
@goodinaroom: @SusynEliseDuris Business is personal. In a
way, mtng an exec for the 1st time is like a first date. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:27 am
@rdlln: .@goodinaroom I've read a few specs with images
embedded in pdf. What are your thoughts on concept art? How + when to include?
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:27 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @MeganDrapalski If you have a
lot of material, good technique- audio record yourself. Then edit and try
again. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:28 am
@UrbanFlipFlop: RT @goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 There are 5
stages to every mtng. 1. Build rapport. 2. Gather info. 3. The Pitch. 4. Q
& A. 5. Closing. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:28 am
@goodinaroom: @jeannevb Good for pitching practice.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:28 am
@MrPidi: If ur #screenwriter in need of pitching tips,
@goodinaroom is on LIVE NOW on #scriptchat http://t.co/hsXI63gX | via
@scriptmag
July 16, 2012, 12:28 am
@rebelshea: @MeganDrapalski I'm tweeting from a cabin in the
wilderness. Totally unprepared for #scriptchat liquid requirements.
July 16, 2012, 12:28 am
@UrbanFlipFlop: RT @goodinaroom: @jeannevb #1 pitching tip:
The more you say, the less they hear. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:28 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @SusynEliseDuris Business is
personal. In a way, mtng an exec for the 1st time is like a first date.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:28 am
@SarahAlexis4: @rdlln Good question, I was curious about
that myself. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:28 am
@art1032: RT @MrPidi: If ur #screenwriter in need of
pitching tips, @goodinaroom is on LIVE NOW on #scriptchat http://t.co/hsXI63gX
| via @scriptmag
July 16, 2012, 12:29 am
@SusynEliseDuris: RT @goodinaroom Business is personal. In a
way, mtng an exec for the 1st time is like a first date. #scriptchat
ABSOLUTELY!!
July 16, 2012, 12:29 am
@ScriptFeed: @GoIntoTheStory Screenwriting ‘gurus’ [cont'd]:
The Screenwriting 101 I posted the other day was a q... http://t.co/L0QrKIIl
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:29 am
@goodinaroom: @rdlln In general, don't. It signals that your
story may not be up to par. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:29 am
@jeannevb: Agree! My yrs at pitchfests helped me when I was
in HBO's offices :) RT @goodinaroom: @jeannevb Good for pitching practice.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:29 am
@Thomasofhookton: doing a short but have feature aspirations
same story can I alter the plotline for the short #scriptchatn #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:29 am
@AdamStramgram: #scriptchat Hey there, I'm here but the
truth is I'm really watching Body Heat. (; (It's OK but did not age as well as
noirs from the 50's!)
July 16, 2012, 12:29 am
@MeganDrapalski: RT @goodinaroom: @MeganDrapalski If you
have a lot of material, a good technique: audio record yourself. edit and try
again. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:29 am
@A2Jason: #DjangoUnchained at #2012ComicCon >>>
http://t.co/2NsvoalT via @DirectorsLive #Filmmaking #Screenwriting #ScriptChat
July 16, 2012, 12:30 am
@MeganDrapalski: @rebelshea that is a tragedy. If i could
send you wine i would. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:30 am
@SusynEliseDuris: RT @goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 There are 5
stages to every mtng. 1. Build rapport. 2. Gather info. 3. The Pitch. 4. Q
& A. 5. Closing. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:30 am
@goodinaroom: @Thomasofhookton Yes, definitely. A short is a
great way to test your feature ideas with less risk. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:30 am
@WriteOnOnline: RT @goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 There are 5
stages to every mtng. 1. Build rapport. 2. Gather info. 3. The Pitch. 4. Q
& A. 5. Closing. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:31 am
@jeannevb: If you're late, we're live with @goodinaroom
talking about pitching #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:31 am
@SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: What specific components
should you cover for a TV pilot/series? Pilot plot? The franchise? Future eps?
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:31 am
@Screen3Twit: Question of the day:Is it possible to
successfully #write comedy if you're not funny?Unlikely,I'd say. #Writing
#Screenwriting #Scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:32 am
@WriteOnOnline: Hi @goodinaroom So glad to see you on
#scriptchat cc @jeannevb @zacsanford
July 16, 2012, 12:32 am
@Thomasofhookton: Is it good to scratch pad by your self b4
writing or vica versa?n #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:32 am
@MeganDrapalski: RT @SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: What
components should you cover for a TV pilot/series? Pilot plot? The franchise?
Future eps? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:32 am
@Nate_G_Smith: RT @A2Jason: #DjangoUnchained at
#2012ComicCon >>> http://t.co/2NsvoalT via @DirectorsLive #Filmmaking
#Screenwriting #ScriptChat
July 16, 2012, 12:32 am
@SusynEliseDuris: RT @goodinaroom #1 pitching tip: The more
you say, the less they hear. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:32 am
@MeganDrapalski: RT @SusynEliseDuris: RT @goodinaroom #1
pitching tip: The more you say, the less they hear. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:33 am
@jeannevb: @goodinaroom @kim_garland *sneaks over &
refills glasses* #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:33 am
@BavarianMeme: @rdlln @goodinaroom I think anything that
enhances/communicates the idea cleanly and efficiently is a plus. Esp. good
visuals. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:33 am
@goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 Focus on the pilot first. It should
be clear where future eps are coming from. It's ok to let them ask. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:33 am
@Nate_G_Smith: @Thomasofhookton I would say unequivocally…
Yes! #ScriptChat
July 16, 2012, 12:33 am
@jeannevb: @WriteOnOnline *waves* miss you! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:33 am
@SusynEliseDuris: can I add #1a, @goodinaroom? The more you
gear your pitch to their needs and wants, the better for both of you.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:33 am
@kim_garland: Goddess. #sothirsty RT @jeannevb: @goodinaroom
@kim_garland *sneaks over & refills glasses* #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:34 am
@goodinaroom: @Screen3Twit I don't know how you write comedy
without a sense of humor. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:34 am
@Matt__Russell: Great chat going on for screenwriters about
pitching over at @scriptmag #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:34 am
@JAEL488: RT @goodinaroom: @Screen3Twit I don't know how you
write comedy without a sense of humor. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:34 am
@ArtemisiaCoyle: RT @tracinell: RT @goodinaroom:
@SarahAlexis4 Keep focus on listeners. If you feel like ure losing ur audience,
stop, ask for Qs or summarize. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:35 am
@goodinaroom: @BavarianMeme 1. Think about it like this.
When 1 exec talks to another (which may be by phone) they give the verbal
pitch. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:35 am
@WriteOnOnline: @jeannevb I know been ages. We must catch
up! Couldn't miss my friend/client on #scriptchat Stephanie rocks! cc
@goodinaroom
July 16, 2012, 12:35 am
@wcmartell: I use a technique I call the Pitching Pyramid -
I start with title and genre, then go to logline, then expand from there.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:35 am
@AdamStramgram: #scriptchat Truth is I may have to finish a
script first before to daydream about pitching it? /-;
July 16, 2012, 12:35 am
@goodinaroom: @BavarianMeme 2. They don't say, "Hey,
take a look at this picture." 3. You want to access each potential buyer's
imagination.n #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:36 am
@MeganDrapalski: @goodinaroom @Screen3Twit I'm not sure how
to write at all without a sense of humour - makes rejection easier #funnyside
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:36 am
@wcmartell: If the pitch keeps going, I might get to story
details - but I lead with important stuff.n #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:36 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @BavarianMeme Think about it
like this. When 1 exec talks to another (maybe by phone) they give verbal
pitch. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:36 am
@kim_garland: FILMMAKERS: This is the perfect #scriptchat
for you - we have @goodinaroom and she's giving big time tips on pitching. Join
in! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:36 am
@goodinaroom: @BavarianMeme 4. When you use a picture, you
prevent their different imaginations from getting hooked in. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:36 am
@tracinell: RT @wcmartell: If the pitch keeps going, I might
get to story details - but I lead with important stuff. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:36 am
@rebelshea: @goodinaroom If you have a script with a big
twist, how would you recommend bringing that out in a pitch? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:37 am
@wcmartell: @AdamStramgram If you pitch a script and they
say "Get me a copy within the week" what happens next? Get them a bad
rough draft? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:37 am
@MeganDrapalski: RT @rebelshea: @goodinaroom If you have a
script with a big twist, how would you recommend bringing that out in a pitch?
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:37 am
@goodinaroom: @wcmartell Yes, absolutely! I use "My
story is a (genre) called (title) about (hero) who seeks (goal) despite
(obstacle)."n #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:37 am
@Thomasofhookton: The working title, something catchy even
if you know you'll never get away with it if selected? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:37 am
@dwacon: @jeannevb @goodinaroom #scriptchat mixing
screenwriting and dating? Why not. Both involve lotsa rejection.
July 16, 2012, 12:37 am
@WriteOnOnline: RT @goodinaroom: @BavarianMeme 4. When you
use a picture, you prevent their different imaginations from getting hooked in.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:38 am
@WriteOnOnline: RT @kim_garland: FILMMAKERS: This is the
perfect #scriptchat for you - we have @goodinaroom and she's giving big time
tips on pitching. Join in! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:38 am
@WriteCoachKiki: RT @kim_garland: FILMMAKERS: Perfect
#scriptchat for you we have @goodinaroom & shes giving big time tips on
pitching. Join in! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:38 am
@WriteOnOnline: RT @wcmartell: If the pitch keeps going, I
might get to story details - but I lead with important stuff.n #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:38 am
@goodinaroom: @AdamStramgram Actually, I recommend
developing your pitch first to iron out story problems before drafting.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:38 am
@dwacon: RT @goodinaroom: @wcmartell Yes, absolutely! I use
"My story is a (genre) called (title) about (hero) who seeks (goal)
despite (obstacle)."n #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:38 am
@goodinaroom: @wcmartell Yes, exactly. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:38 am
@MeganDrapalski: RT @goodinaroom: @AdamStramgram Actually, I
recommend developing your pitch first to iron out story problems before
drafting. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:39 am
@tracinell: RT goodinaroom @wcmartell Yes, I use "My
story is a (genre) called (title) about (hero) who seeks (goal) despite
(obstacle)." #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:39 am
@WriteOnOnline: RT @dwacon: @jeannevb @goodinaroom
#scriptchat mixing screenwriting and dating? Why not. Both involve lotsa
rejection.
July 16, 2012, 12:39 am
@art1032: RT @goodinaroom: @wcmartell Yes, absolutely! I use
"My story is a (genre) called (title) about (hero) who seeks (goal)
despite (obstacle)."n #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:39 am
@goodinaroom: @rebelshea You want to create the same effect
in the pitch as you are trying to create in the movie. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:39 am
@Daniel10AmayaLl: RT @teenierussell: #pitches RT
@goodinaroom: @teenierussell My story is a (genre) called (title) about (hero)
who seems (goal) despite (obstacle). #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:40 am
@THESHOWMovie: Great convo going on right now about pitching
at #scriptchat! #Screenwriters looking to get better in the room, have a look!
@goodinaroom
July 16, 2012, 12:41 am
@dwacon: At Cinequest Festival I had cards with pitches on
them. Several gatekeepers said it was a risky move but I pulled it off well.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:41 am
@AdamStramgram: @goodinaroom Hmm, yes, but allowing yourself
to change it when developping or/and writing it, no ? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:41 am
@goodinaroom: @Thomasofhookton Sure. Catchy wins over
boring. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:42 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @rebelshea You want to create
the same effect in the pitch as you are trying to create in the movie.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:42 am
@Thomasofhookton: @thomasofhookton The working title,
something catchy even if you know you'll never get away with it if selected?
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:42 am
@wcmartell: @rebelshea What g-in-a-r said - but you may
never get to the twist in a pitch. Focus on your great concept. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:42 am
@SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: Is it a good idea to give
personal connection to material or how/why you came about this project if
possible? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:42 am
@goodinaroom: @dwacon Glad it worked for you. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:42 am
@WriteOnOnline: Writers, post August Goals here
http://t.co/coT2Ahxb #writeon #scriptchat #140conf
July 16, 2012, 12:43 am
@tracinell: RT @wcmartell: @rebelshea What g-in-a-r said -
but you may never get to the twist in a pitch. Focus on your great concept.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:43 am
@goodinaroom: @AdamStramgram Yes, the idea is to get
feedback early in the creative process (before you spend a yr writing).
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:43 am
@goodinaroom: @wcmartell Good point. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:43 am
@Thomasofhookton: Going to Sundance with the short pitching
guerilla style have the script for the feature there ready #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:43 am
@Nate_G_Smith: Important lesson from @goodinaroom: "My
story is a [genre] called [title] about [hero] who seeks [goal] despite
[obstacle]." #ScriptChat
July 16, 2012, 12:44 am
@SusynEliseDuris: RT @teenierussell: RT @goodinaroom Your
short pitch should be 1 min or less. Your complete pitch should be under 10 min
and as short as possible. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:44 am
@goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 How you "came up with the
idea" is an opportunity for to show that you are an expert in the genre.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:44 am
@ryanknighton: RT @kim_garland: Very interesting... and good
to know! RT @goodinaroom: @jeannevb #1 pitching tip: The more you say, the less
they hear. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:44 am
@jeannevb: Just 14 min left with @goodinaroom...get your
pitching Q's in! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:46 am
@KimBergie: Popping in and out of #scriptchat trying to
catch up on work...have a great chat! @WriteCoachKiki @SarahAlexis4
July 16, 2012, 12:46 am
@goodinaroom: Question for the group- if you could only
write for three years in one genre, what would it be?n #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:47 am
@Thomasofhookton: research is the killern #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:47 am
@WriteOnOnline: Me too RT @KimBergie: Popping in and out of
#scriptchat trying to catch up on work...have a great chat! @WriteCoachKiki
@SarahAlexis4
July 16, 2012, 12:47 am
@WriteCoachKiki: @KimBergie Hey Kim. (I'm zonked, just
*listening* quietly... :) ) @SarahAlexis4 #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:48 am
@MeganDrapalski: @goodinaroom television and the hour drama
- no contest #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:48 am
@OfficeHooky: Q: Are there different approaches to pitching
men versus women? #scriptchat (hi all)
July 16, 2012, 12:48 am
@WriteCoachKiki: @WriteOnOnline Have a good one! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:48 am
@SarahAlexis4: @KimBergie Hi :) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:48 am
@goodinaroom: @MeganDrapalski Interesting. What kind of hour
drama? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:49 am
@Thomasofhookton: @goodinaroom crime but I love fantasy but
am no good at writing that #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:49 am
@tracinell: Rom-Coms. :) RT@goodinaroom if you could only
write for three years in one genre, what would it be? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:49 am
@wcmartell: @Thomasofhookton I love research - helps me find
story elements I didn't know existed. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:49 am
@goodinaroom: @OfficeHooky No. The mistake is not
customizing to each individual. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:49 am
@rebelshea: @goodinaroom Tough question. I deliberately
switch genres with each script to stretch myself. Noir maybe? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:50 am
@KimBergie: Thank goodness for transcripts! :-)
@WriteOnOnline #scriptchat @WriteCoachKiki @SarahAlexis4
July 16, 2012, 12:50 am
@WriteCoachKiki: @wcmartell @Thomasofhookton I love the
research. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:50 am
@art1032: @goodinaroom Writing thriller, watching it not so
much. Weird I know. LOL #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:50 am
@wcmartell: @goodinaroom The traditional nudist western.
Cowboy hats, spurs, six guns, horses - nothing else. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:50 am
@goodinaroom: wcmartell @Thomasofhookton I agree. Research
is my secret weapon. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:50 am
@kim_garland: @goodinaroom supernatural thrillers. but then
i'll want another 3 years to write sci-fi! :) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:50 am
@WriteCoachKiki: Makes perfect sense to me. RT @art1032:
@goodinaroom Writing thriller, watching it not so much. Weird I know. LOL
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:51 am
@SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: What personally got your
attention/made you interested in a project/person when you listened to pitches?
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:51 am
@goodinaroom: @rebelshea Decision-makers want to hire
experts in one genre. Try stretching yourself within a niche. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:51 am
@MeganDrapalski: @goodinaroom crime or some variation on it.
Something like #Homeland for tone #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:51 am
@goodinaroom: @wcmartell Sign me up. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:52 am
@WriteOnOnline: RT @goodinaroom: @rebelshea Decision-makers
want to hire experts in one genre. Try stretching yourself within a niche.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:52 am
@tracinell: RT @SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: What
personally got your attention/interested in a project/person when u listened to
pitches? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:52 am
@Nate_G_Smith: @goodinaroom I would probably have to say
either horror or comedy… But that is a hard question, as I enjoy writing
everything! #ScriptChat
July 16, 2012, 12:52 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @rebelshea Decision-makers want
to hire experts in one genre. Try stretching yourself within a niche. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:52 am
@Thomasofhookton: @goodinaroom brilliant cheersn #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:52 am
@MeganDrapalski: RT @SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Q: What
personally made you interested in a project/person when you listened to
pitches? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:52 am
@bmatusz: @wcmartell @goodinaroom Oh, I'm sorry. We were
looking for a modern take on the nudist western. :-) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:52 am
@art1032: Thanks, always thought that was
oddbally:)@WriteCoachKiki @goodinaroom #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:52 am
@SarahAlexis4: @MeganDrapalski Love Homeland! Great example
of strong/consistent tone. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:52 am
@goodinaroom: @SarahAlexis4 I loved book-to-film adaptations
because I love reading books. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:53 am
@AdamStramgram: @goodinaroom That's an awfully difficult Q
to answer.Pbbly bcause it wld be a first script task,I want to put everything
in it! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:53 am
@WriteCoachKiki: @art1032 Not at all. Or, if it is... :)
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:53 am
@rebelshea: I knew that response was coming. RT @goodinaroom
Decision-makers want to hire experts in genre. Stretch yourself within a niche
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:53 am
@MeganDrapalski: @SarahAlexis4 guessing you'recounting down
for season 2 also thn? :) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:53 am
@Jennifer_Inman: RT @GoIntoTheStory: Reader Question: Why
has the spec script market been so strong? http://t.co/MkAko3e6 #screenwriting
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:54 am
@dwacon: @goodinaroom I would say comedy because even my
adventure scripts are tagged as having too many funny lines. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:54 am
@tracinell: Only 5 minutes left?! @jeannevb do something
about the time, please! ;) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:54 am
@MeganDrapalski: @goodinaroom @SarahAlexis4 book-to-film
adaptations is my close second on script loves :) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:55 am
@goodinaroom: @AdamStramgram A 1st script can be like a 500
piece puzzle w/900 pieces in the box. You have to solve the right puzzle.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:55 am
@art1032: @WriteCoachKiki lol :) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:55 am
@WriteCoachKiki: @MeganDrapalski @SarahAlexis4 That would
make 3 of us. Can.Not.Wait. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:55 am
@SarahAlexis4: @MeganDrapalski Definitely. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:55 am
@MeganDrapalski: RT @tracinell: Only 5 minutes left?!
@jeannevb do something about the time, please! ;) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:55 am
@Thomasofhookton: it's 01:55 here stayed up to see thisn
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:55 am
@WriteCoachKiki: @art1032 Great minds....? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:55 am
@FloCyr: @goodinaroom One genre and only one genre? Dramedy.
Is that cheating? Ha #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:56 am
@art1032: @WriteCoachKiki Daasssss right:) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:56 am
@MeganDrapalski: @WriteCoachKiki @SarahAlexis4 glad there
are awesome people to discuss it all with :) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:56 am
@jeannevb: *slams on breaks* RT @tracinell: Only 5 minutes
left?! @jeannevb do something about the time, please! ;) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:57 am
@goodinaroom: @FloCyr Not cheating. But in my experience,
blended genres are harder to do well. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:57 am
@Thomasofhookton: RT @FloCyr: @goodinaroom One genre and
only one genre? Dramedy. Is that cheating? Ha brilliantn #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:57 am
@WriteCoachKiki: Ditto. RT @MeganDrapalski: @WriteCoachKiki
@SarahAlexis4 glad there are awesome people to discuss it all with :)
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:57 am
@art1032: I watch some, but i'm a big wuss lol:) @KimBergie
@WriteCoachKiki @goodinaroom #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:57 am
@kathkells: @goodinaroom How many projects should you be
ready to pitch in any meeting? ie how many good, finished scripts should you
have? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:57 am
@Nate_G_Smith: This is completely off topic… BUT… I am
looking for animators and alike for #TheSilentSubject… Anyone interested?
#ScriptChat
July 16, 2012, 12:57 am
@FloCyr: @goodinaroom Aah, I'll definitely keep that in
mind. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:58 am
@tametime: RT @GoIntoTheStory: Reader Question: Why has the
spec script market been so strong? http://t.co/MkAko3e6 #screenwriting
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:58 am
@WriteCoachKiki: @MeganDrapalski @SarahAlexis4 I'm trying to
get my hands on the Israeli version it's based on to watch it until SII starts.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:58 am
@jeannevb: @Nate_G_Smith ask @pulptone for advice
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:58 am
@goodinaroom: @kathkells One idea per meeting. But you want
to have several projects in the same genre in the pipeline. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:58 am
@ArtemisiaCoyle: RT @kathkells: @goodinaroom How many
projects should you be ready to pitch in any meeting? ie how many good,
finished scripts should you have? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:58 am
@PensAndPaws: RT @jeannevb: Agree! My yrs at pitchfests
helped me when I was in HBO's offices :) RT @goodinaroom: @jeannevb Good for
pitching practice. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:58 am
@WriteCoachKiki: @art1032 @KimBergie @goodinaroom Same here.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:59 am
@AdamStramgram: @goodinaroom ...and doing it blindfolded, in
the dark... I guess a hammer may not be the perfect tool. (-; #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:59 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: @kathkells One idea per
meeting. But you want to have several projects in the same genre in the
pipeline. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:59 am
@KimBergie: That's good! Channel that feeling, wussy! :-) RT
@art1032: I watch some, but i'm a big wuss lol:) @WriteCoachKiki #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:59 am
@art1032: RT @kathkells: @goodinaroom How many projects
should you be ready to pitch in any meeting? ie how many good, finished scripts
should you have? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:59 am
@MeganDrapalski: @WriteCoachKiki I didnt realise there was
an Israeli version? I might have to do the same #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:59 am
@SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Thank you so much for answering
all these questions and giving such helpful insights! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 12:59 am
@Thomasofhookton: good night guys armed and dangerous now
going out to win the palm d'or #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:00 am
@art1032: RT @goodinaroom: @kathkells One idea per meeting.
But you want to have several projects in the same genre in the pipeline.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:00 am
@MeganDrapalski: RT @goodinaroom: @kathkells One idea per
meeting. But you want to have several projects in the same genre in the
pipeline. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:00 am
@jun6lee: RT @wcmartell: I use a technique I call the
Pitching Pyramid - I start with title and genre, then go to logline, then
expand from there. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:00 am
@goodinaroom: A final thought: The Most Common Pitch Meeting
Mistake (That You Don't Know You're Making) http://t.co/MypwGneX #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:00 am
@tracinell: Huge-mongo thank you to @goodinaroom for
tonight's chat! Good night all, and happy pitching! :) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:00 am
@WriteOnOnline: RT @MeganDrapalski: RT @goodinaroom:
@kathkells One idea per meeting. But you want to have several projects in the
same genre in the pipeline. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:00 am
@WriteCoachKiki: @MeganDrapalski Yup! I've heard it's almost
the same scene/scene but who cares? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:00 am
@tracinell: RT @SarahAlexis4: @goodinaroom Thank you so much
for answering all these questions and giving such helpful insights! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:00 am
@WriteOnOnline: RT @goodinaroom: A final thought: The Most
Common Pitch Meeting Mistake (That You Don't Know You're Making)
http://t.co/MypwGneX #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:01 am
@tracinell: RT @goodinaroom: A final thought: The Most
Common Pitch Meeting Mistake (That You Dont Know Youre Making)
http://t.co/g2UFxohO #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:01 am
@goodinaroom: Thanks so much for having me. If you have
other questions, email me at stephanie @ goodinaroom . com. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:01 am
@kim_garland: RT @goodinaroom: The Most Common Pitch Meeting
Mistake (That You Don't Know You're Making) http://t.co/cyKqfRyV #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:01 am
@art1032: LMBO!:) #scriptchat @KimBergie @WriteCoachKiki
July 16, 2012, 1:01 am
@WriteCoachKiki: @goodinaroom Thanks so much for a great
chat! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:01 am
@MeganDrapalski: Thanks so much @goodinaroom this has been
amazing :) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:01 am
@sethruffer: @goodinaroom - the Common Mistakes was a great
post - but also LOVED the "trick questions" post - thanks for so much
great info! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:01 am
@MeganDrapalski: @WriteCoachKiki Definitely! It'd be
interesting none the less #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:01 am
@art1032: RT @goodinaroom: A final thought: The Most Common
Pitch Meeting Mistake (That You Don't Know You're Making) http://t.co/MypwGneX
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:01 am
@kathkells: @goodinaroom Ok, got it. So if the exec asks
what else I have, I can allude to them but not pitch them? set up another
meeting? #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:01 am
@dwacon: @goodinaroom @adamstramgram My first script was
pure crap. Yet…my partner & I optioned it. Fortunately the film never got
made… #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:01 am
@jeannevb: Bewitching hour arrived! Thank you so much
@goodinaroom for joining us for TWO chats today! You rock! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:02 am
@Nate_G_Smith: RT @goodinaroom: A final thought: The Most
Common Pitch Meeting Mistake (That You Don't Know You're Making)
http://t.co/MypwGneX #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:02 am
@kim_garland: @goodinaroom Thank you! That was a great chat!
I learned a lot and I'm excited to actually get in the room. Yeah, I said it.
:) #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:02 am
@SarahAlexis4: @sethruffer Yes, those were both great!
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:02 am
@WriteOnOnline: Thanks @goodinaroom @jeannevb for a great
#scriptchat Have a fab week everyone!
July 16, 2012, 1:02 am
@FloCyr: @goodinaroom @jeannevb Thank you for taking the
time to answer questions. Learned a lot and looking forward to reading your
book.#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:02 am
@AdamStramgram: @goodinaroom Many thanks for your time and
insights! #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:02 am
@goodinaroom: @kathkells Yes. You can tease other ideas, but
you want to set a separate mtng for a different pitch. #scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:02 am
@goodinaroom: @jeannevb My pleasure. Thanks for having me.
#scriptchat
July 16, 2012, 1:02 am
@jeannevb: I'll post transcript soon but don't forget to
bookmark @goodinaroom's blog http://t.co/gfy1qe18 #scriptchat
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