Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK with guest @jscoggins of The Scoggins Report & @specscout
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
Scriptchat O'Clock! Come on in and join the fun! #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
Hi, everyone. #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
Welcome @jscoggins! Pouring you a margarita now... *pours*#scriptchat
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Kim Garland
@kim_garland
RT @jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK with guest@jscoggins of The Scoggins Report & @specscout
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Dwayne Conyers
@dwacon
Greetings and salutations! #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
Time for #scriptchat with guest @jscoggins of the Scoggins Report and @specscout! scriptchat.blogspot.com/2013/05/jason-…
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb Thanks! It's been a tequila-driven weekend, actually - went to a tacos & tequila fundraiser/party last night #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins gotta ask, what's the most interesting thing you learned about the industry from The Scoggins Report ea week? #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
Shoot your questions to @jscoggins about industry, @specscout or whatever. #pickhisbrain #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins *drool* #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb doing the scoggins reports helps me see the real trends in the marketplace, rather than having to guess #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb the last couple of weeks, the interesting thing has been seeing just how little the studios have been buying #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins so give us the deets on @specscout. #spillitall#scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins Would you share some of the general traits you see in common among the specs you see sell? #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb and just how much the non-studios have been buying -- their activity has been driving the market this year #scriptchat
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Sharita
@14Shari
@jscoggins how did you start this business? what was the idea behind it? did you start alone or had you a partner? #scriptchat
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Kim Garland
@kim_garland
RT @jscoggins: @jeannevb the non-studios have been buying -- their activity has been driving the market this year #scriptchat
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Adam Cece
@CeceAdam
Hi all. First time here at #scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
@jscoggins @jeannevb Q: does this recent trend boil down to not wanting to risk $ on scripts not based on existing properties?#scriptchat
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Sharita
@14Shari
@jscoggins non-studios are? #scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
I'm excited to attend my first #ScriptChat. Good evening everyone! :)
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 The biggest common denominator is the quality of the writing, which we can see from the coverage we do @specscout#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@CeceAdam Welcome! Tonight we have guest @jscoggins who publishes The Scoggins Report & has @specscout. Jump in!#scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
@CeceAdam Welcome, Adam. Jump on in! #scriptchat
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Lil Gem
@UrbanGem
Thought that said #StripChat I was gon join “@kindracotton: I'm excited to attend my first #ScriptChat. Good evening everyone! :)”
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@kindracotton Welcome! The second chat virgin tonight!#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 the 2nd common thing is how commercial most ideas are; pretty few passion project-style, niche-y scripts get sold#scriptchat
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Mike Morucci
@GCGeek
@jscoggins Thanks for joining us! What can we learn from trends? I often hear "don't write to trends" because you'll miss them.#scriptchat
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David A. Youngquist
@Al_1701
I've been to a few of these. Hoping to be more active. #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@14Shari started @specscout with two partners; idea was to create a way to measure a screenplay's quality #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@14Shari once we had that nailed down, we could apply to scoring system to the spec market scripts + aspiring writers' scripts#scriptchat
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Jonathan Fournier
@JonFour
Jumping in for the duration of my train ride! #scriptchat
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Lil Gem
@UrbanGem
Thought that said #StripChat I was gon join “@kindracotton: I'm excited to attend my first #ScriptChat. Good evening everyone! :)”
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@14Shari so we could show apples-to-apples comparisons between the "pro" stuff and the non-pro stuff #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@RoboticNate Thanks! #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@JonFour Hey, Jon! #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins it occurs to me I've never asked you if you are a writer yourself? #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@RWWFilm the numbers are so striking, i don't believe it's just that; feels more like a corporate finance-related issue #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins What stands out to you in a spec as indicators of quality writing? #scriptchat
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Sharita
@14Shari
@jscoggins how did you land in this business? were you a writer or a script reader or did you own your own production company?#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@GCGeek I think the key is to write the story you HAVE to write, but keep the marketplace in general in mind #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@GCGeek as opposed to writing a thriller just because buyers seem to be buying thrillers this week #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb I tried my hand at it once, when i was out of the business, with a former client; decided it wasn't for me #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb i'm a much better editor and developer than i am a writer per se #scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
@jscoggins @GCGeek focus on what ur passionate abt Trends are cyclical - if its a great script, the trend will come around again#scriptchat
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Jonathan Fournier
@JonFour
@jscoggins How can writers use the Scoggins Report to improve their game? What should we take away from the weekly updates?#scriptchat
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David A. Youngquist
@Al_1701
That makes sense that you write what you have in mind and not force yourself to write what you think others want. #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins perfect. Then you need us :) #mwhahaha #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@14Shari i started as an asst at ICM; became a TV Lit agent; left the business; came back as a lit mngr; started Itsonthegrid#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
Check out @jscoggins new site @specscout specscout.com#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@14Shari then started working on @specscout when i left IOTG last year #scriptchat
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Mike Morucci
@GCGeek
@jscoggins Makes total sense! I'm writing a comedy that I believe is marketable. I'll match to the prods looking for my "type".#scriptchat
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Unknown Screenwriter
@UnkScreenwriter
@jscoggins @jeannevb Since you do see the trends, is there a genre that sticks out at you that's consistently selling? #scriptchat
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Arlis Johnson
@arlisjohnson
@jscoggins would you suggest sending a spec script to more than one coverage company? #scriptchat
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Adam Cece
@CeceAdam
@jscoggins #scriptchat Hi Jason. Q: Are you seeing more "contained", low budget, scripts coming through these days?
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 That's a HUGE conversation but my thoughts on what makes a good script are baked into @specscout #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins In addition to following Scoggins Report, how else do you suggest writers stay informed & proactive in their career?#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@UnkScreenwriter *waits for him to say serial killers* #scriptchat
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Sharita
@14Shari
@jscoggins how can we (budding) writers benefit from your business? what should we do except write excellent scripts#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 you might be interested to see how we approach doing coverage @specscout: specscout.com/screenplaycove…#scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins Great, thanks! #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
RT @jscoggins: @SarahAlexis4 you might be interested to see how we approach doing coverage @specscout:specscout.com/screenplaycove… #scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
@SarahAlexis4 I find that when it says "A Screenplay by Brad Johnson", that's a good indicator for a quality script @jscoggins#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@JonFour i think writers can use the Scoggins Report to stay connected to what's going on in the business, who's buying/selling#scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
RT @SarahAlexis4 you might be interested to see how we approach doing coverage @specscout:specscout.com/screenplaycove… … #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@RWWFilm :P #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@JonFour i'd be the first to say that obsessing over the numbers is a waste of a writer's time, though; that's my job. :) #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@RWWFilm heehee #smartypants #scriptchat
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Kim Garland
@kim_garland
good q RT @jonfour: @jscoggins How can writers use Scoggins Report to improve? What should we take away from the wkly updates? #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
I also look for what agents/managers have sold scripts, then put them on my #bucketlist to check out. #scogginsreport #scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
@SarahAlexis4 @jeannevb Just sayin' :) #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@GCGeek Exactly; watch to see who's buying/selling stuff similar to yours (tone, especially), and put them on your target list#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@UnkScreenwriter thrillers -- they travel well (no language barrier, like with comedies), and you can be cheap to make#scriptchat
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vanessa leinani
@vanessaleinani
#scriptchat @jscoggins are digital distributors like Netflix and amazon buyers in the spec script marketplace? Or are they all-in-ones?
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
MT @jeannevb I also look for what agents/managers have sold scripts, then put em on my #bucketlist to check out#scogginsreport #scriptchat
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Unknown Screenwriter
@UnkScreenwriter
@jscoggins You've made me very happy. Thank you. #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@arlisjohnson i think it depends on whether the 1st coverage is useful; ours gives you 3 readers' opinions; good for rewriting#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@UnkScreenwriter put it on our list #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@CeceAdam yes, contained/inexpensive thrillers have been consistently popular for the last couple of years #scriptchat
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Mike Morucci
@GCGeek
@jscoggins Will do! Thanks! #scriptchat
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Unknown Screenwriter
@UnkScreenwriter
@jeannevb Uh... Thrillers are the only thing on my list... LOL.#scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
RT @jeannevb: @jscoggins what's the most interesting thing you learned about the industry from The Scoggins Report ea week?#ScriptChat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@CeceAdam yes, contained/inexpensive thrillers have been consistently popular for the last couple of years #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@14Shari 1st, start writing the next great script; 2nd, submit to discovery services like Black List, InkTip, @specscout #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@RWWFilm LOL #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb smart approach #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins Say a writer has some heat on a spec from contest/service, how would you recommend they best capitalize on that? #scriptchat
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David A. Youngquist
@Al_1701
How do you go about contacting a specific company because your script might be relevant to one of their existing properties?#scriptchat
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David A. Youngquist
@Al_1701
Though, I'm not sure how that fits in with the subject of trends.#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@vanessaleinani amazon has definitely bought specs the last two years; Netflix hasn't, is focused on TV at the moment #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins IMDb Pro or Hollywood Screenwriting Directorywritersstore.com/hollywood-scre… #query #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@Al_1701 sorry, that last tweet was meant for you re: IMDb & HSD @jscoggins #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 I think working a contest win or high BL or@specscout score into a query email is a smart approach#scriptchat
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Eric Jones
@ericnjones
Just dropping in, reading, and learning #scriptchat
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G.W.L.
@screenwritergav
Ok tomorrow is the day I pick apart my feature script. No punches pulled.Must be strict! #screenwriting #screenplay #writing#scriptchat
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David A. Youngquist
@Al_1701
@jeannevb Thanks #scriptchat
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Jonathan Fournier
@JonFour
@jeannevb Just joined IMDB Pro on Friday, finally. Haven't explored it much yet. #scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
I'm curious, do you have to be in Hollywood or NYC to sell a script? Generally speaking, of course. @jscoggins #ScriptChat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 i think you leverage whatever strengths you have (high scores, good relationships, devilish smile...) #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@JonFour I use it often, also to check $$ deets on films, not just contact info #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@Al_1701 if i understand you correctly, i don't think that would work; prods don't buy scripts related to existing material#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@Al_1701 but yes, IMDb Pro is an excellent resource; i also like DoneDealPro, and tracking-board will have a similar db soon#scriptchat
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Jonathan Fournier
@JonFour
@jeannevb Didn't realize you could use it to get film budget info. Definitely useful. #scriptchat
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Kim Garland
@kim_garland
In the middle of a great #scriptchat convo w guest @jscoggins. If you're a #screenwriter, jump in! #screenwriting #indiefilm
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David A. Youngquist
@Al_1701
@jscoggins Okay. It was worth a shot. #scriptchat
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Arlis Johnson
@arlisjohnson
@jscoggins would u suggest a writer have more than one script when trying to pitch/sell a spec? #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@JonFour @jeannevb if The Studio System does a pro-sumer product, that'll be the single best resource, IMHO #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@arlisjohnson I think it's CRUCIAL #scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
@SarahAlexis4 @jscoggins Also, on the topic of Scriptwriting Contests, are there any notable ones you can think of for amateurs? #ScriptChat
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The Black List
@theblcklst
We love hearing that we're an 11 on a 1-10 customer service scale. Thank you Sharon Zlotnick! #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@arlisjohnson (hit return early) ...CRUCIAL to have more than one good script in your arsenal #scriptchat
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John Shea
@rebelshea
Sneaks in the back, embarrassingly late. #scriptchat
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Jonathan Fournier
@JonFour
@jscoggins @Al_1701 Do these different websites (IMDB Pro, Done Deal, tracking-board) have different strengths? #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@rebelshea *puts you in time out* #scriptchat
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Kim Garland
@kim_garland
this >> RT @jscoggins: @kindracotton my favorite contests are here: specscout.com/screenwritingr… 2nd column, toward the bottom #scriptchat
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John Shea
@rebelshea
@jeannevb Does a bottle of tequila get me out of timeout?#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@JonFour in short, yes; each does different things, with some overlap; i subscribe to all of them #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@kindracotton my favorite contests are here:specscout.com/screenwritingr… 2nd column, toward the bottom#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
RT @jscoggins: @kindracotton my favorite contests are here:specscout.com/screenwritingr… 2nd column, toward the bottom#scriptchat
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Mike Morucci
@GCGeek
Nice ref page! RT @jscoggins: @kindracotton my favorite contests are here: specscout.com/screenwritingr… 2nd column, toward the bottom #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@kindracotton no, but the odds are against you if you don't have an agent/manager, and getting one is easier if you're here#scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
@jscoggins Thanks. I'll check them out. I learned of 1 a few weeks ago and wrote/submitted my first script. It was exciting!#ScriptChat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@kindracotton good luck! #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@GCGeek thanks! there are some things we want to add, but we ran out of room (maxed out the # of widgets on one page)#scriptchat
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Mike Morucci
@GCGeek
@jscoggins I totally get it. I have a blog and face the same issues. My 12 readers have mentioned it. I've bookmarked it! #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb obsessing over one screenplay for years and years, rather than writing a couple new ones each year #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins what's biggest mistake you see writers make, either in craft or career? #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb to improve as a writer, i think you have to practice your craft, and that means writing a dozen different ones#scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
This #ScriptChat has been VERY informative, though I've hardly said anything. Lots to take in! :)
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins excellent advice. #scriptchat
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John Shea
@rebelshea
@jscoggins Are you better off sticking to one genre? I like jumping around to keep stretching myself. #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
i also think improving as a writer requires professional feedback, which is one of the reasons i started @specscout #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins Best advice for a writer about to dig into a new spec project to keep in mind? #scriptchat
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David A. Youngquist
@Al_1701
I should really get back on the horse in terms of writing. I've had horrible writer's block lately. #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jscoggins ...and it's one reason i'm a big fan of the black list -- the more services that can give real feedback, the better #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins btw, loved you did a report for TV pilots! ow.ly/lDlLH#tvwriterchat #scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
@jscoggins What advice would you give to someone that's FRESH to screenwriting? Where should they start/find resources?#ScriptChat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@rebelshea it's easier for a rep to sell you if you tend to write one core genre, branching out withy hybrids from there #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@rebelshea buyers tend to stick you in a particular box, too, and they need to understand what your strengths are as a writer#scriptchat
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Sharita
@14Shari
@jscoggins thank you for answering my questions. Wish you the best in your business. bye everyone #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 i think outlining and using frameworks like Save the Cat are super helpful; very easy to get lost in 120 pages#scriptchat
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The Black List
@theblcklst
> a dozen sales, dozens of signings, & >6K industry pro downloads of unrepped scripts. Only @theblcklst blcklst.com #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb Thanks! The TV Scorecard was a blast to pull together;@cindk did a crazy awesome job with it. #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@theblcklst your ears must have been burning ... #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
10 more min to pick @jscoggins brain. Learn more about@specscout too #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@kindracotton the @specscout resources page has a TON of resources for new screenwriters #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins Would you share some general bits of feedback you find being doled out most often in the coverage service?#scriptchat
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William C Martell
@wcmartell
Yikes, lost track of time... but I'm here for the home stretch.#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@14Shari Thanks! Bye. #scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
I admit, I have "Screenwriting for Dummies" on my bucklet reading list. This is a lingering passion: amzn.to/13xXocL#ScriptChat
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Christopher Phillips
@byChrisPhillips
@jscoggins Should writers stay away from low budget genre movies (not indie), to avoid being labeled? #schriptchat#scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
@jscoggins @specscout I've noticed. Thanks so much. I've bookmarked the page and will be spending LOTS of time there! :)#ScriptChat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 Every script is so different, and we do custom feedback for every script; but look at our "Score" page...#scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
@jscoggins Q: What would u say is the biggest diff between@specscout & other services like @theblcklst? Not better just diff :) #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 ...our Score page shows the questions we ask for each category, which is helpful for writers, too #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins Great, will do. #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@theblcklst classy #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@wcmartell we have guest @jscoggins ... hop in #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@byChrisPhillips there's nothing wrong with being labeled, just make sure you're labeled the way you want to be perceived#scriptchat
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Christopher Phillips
@byChrisPhillips
@jscoggins makes sense... #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@RWWFilm biggest diff is we have three separate readers read every script, so we provide 3 different takes on the material#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
Score page at @specscout specscout.com/screenplaycove…#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
RT @jscoggins: @RWWFilm biggest diff is we have 3 separate readers read every script... 3 different takes on the material#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@RWWFilm we're also tracking the market and doing coverage of spec market scripts, which no one else does #scriptchat
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Christopher Phillips
@byChrisPhillips
@jscoggins I have to agree with early point of being stuck on one project. Best to keep several open. #scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
@jscoggins Love it! Thanks for the insight :) #scriptchat
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William C Martell
@wcmartell
@byChrisPhillips John Sayles wrote "the best movie ever made about the Viet Nam War" - PIRANHA produced by Roger Corman.#scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins Thanks so much for being our guest and for the resources you provide us writers. #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@byChrisPhillips don't get me wrong, rewriting is very important; but it takes several great samples to start a career #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
And the bewitching hour is here. Great job @jscoggins! You survived! #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 My pleasure! #scriptchat
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Mike Morucci
@GCGeek
@jscoggins Fantastic info. Thanks for spending an hour on the chat with us, Jason! #scriptchat
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William C Martell
@wcmartell
I like to alternate scripts. Write something new before rewriting the last one. Cross training. #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb Thanks! And thanks for treating me so nicely.#scriptchat
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Christopher Phillips
@byChrisPhillips
@wcmartell I loved Piranha... Didn't James Cameron work on that? Or was it part II? #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
Thanks so much @jscoggins for joining us tonight! Everyone chk out @specscout specscout.com #scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
@jscoggins Thanks for your time and knowledge, Jason!#scriptchat
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John Shea
@rebelshea
@jscoggins Thanks for the chat and the info! Much appreciated.#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
great tip RT @wcmartell: I like to alternate scripts. Write something new before rewriting the last one. Cross training.#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
By the way, I'm doing a Final Draft webinar this Tuesday; if you have specific questions I should address, tweet them to me#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@RWWFilm You're very welcome! #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins although I was a little slow at pouring your refills :)#scriptchat
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Christopher Phillips
@byChrisPhillips
@jscoggins Yes! Good info tonight... #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@GCGeek You bet #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
RT @jscoggins: Im doing a Final Draft webinar this Tuesday; if you have specific questions I should address, tweet them to me#scriptchat
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vanessa leinani
@vanessaleinani
thank you for tonight's insightful #scriptchat Appreciate your time and info. @jscoggins @jeannevb
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@vanessaleinani our pleasure @jscoggins #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
This was really fun -- thanks again, everyone, and you're very welcome. #scriptchat
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Lil Gem
@UrbanGem
Thought that said #StripChat I was gon join “@kindracotton: I'm excited to attend my first #ScriptChat. Good evening everyone! :)”
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@kindracotton Welcome! The second chat virgin tonight!#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 the 2nd common thing is how commercial most ideas are; pretty few passion project-style, niche-y scripts get sold#scriptchat
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Mike Morucci
@GCGeek
@jscoggins Thanks for joining us! What can we learn from trends? I often hear "don't write to trends" because you'll miss them.#scriptchat
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David A. Youngquist
@Al_1701
I've been to a few of these. Hoping to be more active. #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@14Shari started @specscout with two partners; idea was to create a way to measure a screenplay's quality #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@14Shari once we had that nailed down, we could apply to scoring system to the spec market scripts + aspiring writers' scripts#scriptchat
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Jonathan Fournier
@JonFour
Jumping in for the duration of my train ride! #scriptchat
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Lil Gem
@UrbanGem
Thought that said #StripChat I was gon join “@kindracotton: I'm excited to attend my first #ScriptChat. Good evening everyone! :)”
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@14Shari so we could show apples-to-apples comparisons between the "pro" stuff and the non-pro stuff #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@RoboticNate Thanks! #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@JonFour Hey, Jon! #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins it occurs to me I've never asked you if you are a writer yourself? #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@RWWFilm the numbers are so striking, i don't believe it's just that; feels more like a corporate finance-related issue #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins What stands out to you in a spec as indicators of quality writing? #scriptchat
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Sharita
@14Shari
@jscoggins how did you land in this business? were you a writer or a script reader or did you own your own production company?#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@GCGeek I think the key is to write the story you HAVE to write, but keep the marketplace in general in mind #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@GCGeek as opposed to writing a thriller just because buyers seem to be buying thrillers this week #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb I tried my hand at it once, when i was out of the business, with a former client; decided it wasn't for me #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb i'm a much better editor and developer than i am a writer per se #scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
@jscoggins @GCGeek focus on what ur passionate abt Trends are cyclical - if its a great script, the trend will come around again#scriptchat
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Jonathan Fournier
@JonFour
@jscoggins How can writers use the Scoggins Report to improve their game? What should we take away from the weekly updates?#scriptchat
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David A. Youngquist
@Al_1701
That makes sense that you write what you have in mind and not force yourself to write what you think others want. #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins perfect. Then you need us :) #mwhahaha #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@14Shari i started as an asst at ICM; became a TV Lit agent; left the business; came back as a lit mngr; started Itsonthegrid#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
Check out @jscoggins new site @specscout specscout.com#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@14Shari then started working on @specscout when i left IOTG last year #scriptchat
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Mike Morucci
@GCGeek
@jscoggins Makes total sense! I'm writing a comedy that I believe is marketable. I'll match to the prods looking for my "type".#scriptchat
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Unknown Screenwriter
@UnkScreenwriter
@jscoggins @jeannevb Since you do see the trends, is there a genre that sticks out at you that's consistently selling? #scriptchat
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Arlis Johnson
@arlisjohnson
@jscoggins would you suggest sending a spec script to more than one coverage company? #scriptchat
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Adam Cece
@CeceAdam
@jscoggins #scriptchat Hi Jason. Q: Are you seeing more "contained", low budget, scripts coming through these days?
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 That's a HUGE conversation but my thoughts on what makes a good script are baked into @specscout #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins In addition to following Scoggins Report, how else do you suggest writers stay informed & proactive in their career?#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@UnkScreenwriter *waits for him to say serial killers* #scriptchat
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Sharita
@14Shari
@jscoggins how can we (budding) writers benefit from your business? what should we do except write excellent scripts#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 you might be interested to see how we approach doing coverage @specscout: specscout.com/screenplaycove…#scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins Great, thanks! #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
RT @jscoggins: @SarahAlexis4 you might be interested to see how we approach doing coverage @specscout:specscout.com/screenplaycove… #scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
@SarahAlexis4 I find that when it says "A Screenplay by Brad Johnson", that's a good indicator for a quality script @jscoggins#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@JonFour i think writers can use the Scoggins Report to stay connected to what's going on in the business, who's buying/selling#scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
RT @SarahAlexis4 you might be interested to see how we approach doing coverage @specscout:specscout.com/screenplaycove… … #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@RWWFilm :P #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@JonFour i'd be the first to say that obsessing over the numbers is a waste of a writer's time, though; that's my job. :) #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@RWWFilm heehee #smartypants #scriptchat
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Kim Garland
@kim_garland
good q RT @jonfour: @jscoggins How can writers use Scoggins Report to improve? What should we take away from the wkly updates? #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
I also look for what agents/managers have sold scripts, then put them on my #bucketlist to check out. #scogginsreport #scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
@SarahAlexis4 @jeannevb Just sayin' :) #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@GCGeek Exactly; watch to see who's buying/selling stuff similar to yours (tone, especially), and put them on your target list#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@UnkScreenwriter thrillers -- they travel well (no language barrier, like with comedies), and you can be cheap to make#scriptchat
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vanessa leinani
@vanessaleinani
#scriptchat @jscoggins are digital distributors like Netflix and amazon buyers in the spec script marketplace? Or are they all-in-ones?
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
MT @jeannevb I also look for what agents/managers have sold scripts, then put em on my #bucketlist to check out#scogginsreport #scriptchat
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Unknown Screenwriter
@UnkScreenwriter
@jscoggins You've made me very happy. Thank you. #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@arlisjohnson i think it depends on whether the 1st coverage is useful; ours gives you 3 readers' opinions; good for rewriting#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@UnkScreenwriter put it on our list #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@CeceAdam yes, contained/inexpensive thrillers have been consistently popular for the last couple of years #scriptchat
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Mike Morucci
@GCGeek
@jscoggins Will do! Thanks! #scriptchat
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Unknown Screenwriter
@UnkScreenwriter
@jeannevb Uh... Thrillers are the only thing on my list... LOL.#scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
RT @jeannevb: @jscoggins what's the most interesting thing you learned about the industry from The Scoggins Report ea week?#ScriptChat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@CeceAdam yes, contained/inexpensive thrillers have been consistently popular for the last couple of years #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@14Shari 1st, start writing the next great script; 2nd, submit to discovery services like Black List, InkTip, @specscout #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@RWWFilm LOL #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb smart approach #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins Say a writer has some heat on a spec from contest/service, how would you recommend they best capitalize on that? #scriptchat
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David A. Youngquist
@Al_1701
How do you go about contacting a specific company because your script might be relevant to one of their existing properties?#scriptchat
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David A. Youngquist
@Al_1701
Though, I'm not sure how that fits in with the subject of trends.#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@vanessaleinani amazon has definitely bought specs the last two years; Netflix hasn't, is focused on TV at the moment #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins IMDb Pro or Hollywood Screenwriting Directorywritersstore.com/hollywood-scre… #query #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@Al_1701 sorry, that last tweet was meant for you re: IMDb & HSD @jscoggins #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 I think working a contest win or high BL or@specscout score into a query email is a smart approach#scriptchat
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Eric Jones
@ericnjones
Just dropping in, reading, and learning #scriptchat
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G.W.L.
@screenwritergav
Ok tomorrow is the day I pick apart my feature script. No punches pulled.Must be strict! #screenwriting #screenplay #writing#scriptchat
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David A. Youngquist
@Al_1701
@jeannevb Thanks #scriptchat
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Jonathan Fournier
@JonFour
@jeannevb Just joined IMDB Pro on Friday, finally. Haven't explored it much yet. #scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
I'm curious, do you have to be in Hollywood or NYC to sell a script? Generally speaking, of course. @jscoggins #ScriptChat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 i think you leverage whatever strengths you have (high scores, good relationships, devilish smile...) #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@JonFour I use it often, also to check $$ deets on films, not just contact info #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@Al_1701 if i understand you correctly, i don't think that would work; prods don't buy scripts related to existing material#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@Al_1701 but yes, IMDb Pro is an excellent resource; i also like DoneDealPro, and tracking-board will have a similar db soon#scriptchat
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Jonathan Fournier
@JonFour
@jeannevb Didn't realize you could use it to get film budget info. Definitely useful. #scriptchat
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Kim Garland
@kim_garland
In the middle of a great #scriptchat convo w guest @jscoggins. If you're a #screenwriter, jump in! #screenwriting #indiefilm
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David A. Youngquist
@Al_1701
@jscoggins Okay. It was worth a shot. #scriptchat
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Arlis Johnson
@arlisjohnson
@jscoggins would u suggest a writer have more than one script when trying to pitch/sell a spec? #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@JonFour @jeannevb if The Studio System does a pro-sumer product, that'll be the single best resource, IMHO #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@arlisjohnson I think it's CRUCIAL #scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
@SarahAlexis4 @jscoggins Also, on the topic of Scriptwriting Contests, are there any notable ones you can think of for amateurs? #ScriptChat
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The Black List
@theblcklst
We love hearing that we're an 11 on a 1-10 customer service scale. Thank you Sharon Zlotnick! #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@arlisjohnson (hit return early) ...CRUCIAL to have more than one good script in your arsenal #scriptchat
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John Shea
@rebelshea
Sneaks in the back, embarrassingly late. #scriptchat
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Jonathan Fournier
@JonFour
@jscoggins @Al_1701 Do these different websites (IMDB Pro, Done Deal, tracking-board) have different strengths? #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@rebelshea *puts you in time out* #scriptchat
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Kim Garland
@kim_garland
this >> RT @jscoggins: @kindracotton my favorite contests are here: specscout.com/screenwritingr… 2nd column, toward the bottom #scriptchat
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John Shea
@rebelshea
@jeannevb Does a bottle of tequila get me out of timeout?#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@JonFour in short, yes; each does different things, with some overlap; i subscribe to all of them #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@kindracotton my favorite contests are here:specscout.com/screenwritingr… 2nd column, toward the bottom#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
RT @jscoggins: @kindracotton my favorite contests are here:specscout.com/screenwritingr… 2nd column, toward the bottom#scriptchat
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Mike Morucci
@GCGeek
Nice ref page! RT @jscoggins: @kindracotton my favorite contests are here: specscout.com/screenwritingr… 2nd column, toward the bottom #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@kindracotton no, but the odds are against you if you don't have an agent/manager, and getting one is easier if you're here#scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
@jscoggins Thanks. I'll check them out. I learned of 1 a few weeks ago and wrote/submitted my first script. It was exciting!#ScriptChat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@kindracotton good luck! #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@GCGeek thanks! there are some things we want to add, but we ran out of room (maxed out the # of widgets on one page)#scriptchat
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Mike Morucci
@GCGeek
@jscoggins I totally get it. I have a blog and face the same issues. My 12 readers have mentioned it. I've bookmarked it! #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb obsessing over one screenplay for years and years, rather than writing a couple new ones each year #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins what's biggest mistake you see writers make, either in craft or career? #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb to improve as a writer, i think you have to practice your craft, and that means writing a dozen different ones#scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
This #ScriptChat has been VERY informative, though I've hardly said anything. Lots to take in! :)
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins excellent advice. #scriptchat
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John Shea
@rebelshea
@jscoggins Are you better off sticking to one genre? I like jumping around to keep stretching myself. #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
i also think improving as a writer requires professional feedback, which is one of the reasons i started @specscout #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins Best advice for a writer about to dig into a new spec project to keep in mind? #scriptchat
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David A. Youngquist
@Al_1701
I should really get back on the horse in terms of writing. I've had horrible writer's block lately. #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jscoggins ...and it's one reason i'm a big fan of the black list -- the more services that can give real feedback, the better #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins btw, loved you did a report for TV pilots! ow.ly/lDlLH#tvwriterchat #scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
@jscoggins What advice would you give to someone that's FRESH to screenwriting? Where should they start/find resources?#ScriptChat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@rebelshea it's easier for a rep to sell you if you tend to write one core genre, branching out withy hybrids from there #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@rebelshea buyers tend to stick you in a particular box, too, and they need to understand what your strengths are as a writer#scriptchat
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Sharita
@14Shari
@jscoggins thank you for answering my questions. Wish you the best in your business. bye everyone #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 i think outlining and using frameworks like Save the Cat are super helpful; very easy to get lost in 120 pages#scriptchat
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The Black List
@theblcklst
> a dozen sales, dozens of signings, & >6K industry pro downloads of unrepped scripts. Only @theblcklst blcklst.com #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb Thanks! The TV Scorecard was a blast to pull together;@cindk did a crazy awesome job with it. #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@theblcklst your ears must have been burning ... #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
10 more min to pick @jscoggins brain. Learn more about@specscout too #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@kindracotton the @specscout resources page has a TON of resources for new screenwriters #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins Would you share some general bits of feedback you find being doled out most often in the coverage service?#scriptchat
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William C Martell
@wcmartell
Yikes, lost track of time... but I'm here for the home stretch.#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@14Shari Thanks! Bye. #scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
I admit, I have "Screenwriting for Dummies" on my bucklet reading list. This is a lingering passion: amzn.to/13xXocL#ScriptChat
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Christopher Phillips
@byChrisPhillips
@jscoggins Should writers stay away from low budget genre movies (not indie), to avoid being labeled? #schriptchat#scriptchat
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Kindra Cotton
@kindracotton
@jscoggins @specscout I've noticed. Thanks so much. I've bookmarked the page and will be spending LOTS of time there! :)#ScriptChat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 Every script is so different, and we do custom feedback for every script; but look at our "Score" page...#scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
@jscoggins Q: What would u say is the biggest diff between@specscout & other services like @theblcklst? Not better just diff :) #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 ...our Score page shows the questions we ask for each category, which is helpful for writers, too #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins Great, will do. #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@theblcklst classy #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@wcmartell we have guest @jscoggins ... hop in #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@byChrisPhillips there's nothing wrong with being labeled, just make sure you're labeled the way you want to be perceived#scriptchat
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Christopher Phillips
@byChrisPhillips
@jscoggins makes sense... #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@RWWFilm biggest diff is we have three separate readers read every script, so we provide 3 different takes on the material#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
Score page at @specscout specscout.com/screenplaycove…#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
RT @jscoggins: @RWWFilm biggest diff is we have 3 separate readers read every script... 3 different takes on the material#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@RWWFilm we're also tracking the market and doing coverage of spec market scripts, which no one else does #scriptchat
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Christopher Phillips
@byChrisPhillips
@jscoggins I have to agree with early point of being stuck on one project. Best to keep several open. #scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
@jscoggins Love it! Thanks for the insight :) #scriptchat
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William C Martell
@wcmartell
@byChrisPhillips John Sayles wrote "the best movie ever made about the Viet Nam War" - PIRANHA produced by Roger Corman.#scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman
@SarahAlexis4
@jscoggins Thanks so much for being our guest and for the resources you provide us writers. #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@byChrisPhillips don't get me wrong, rewriting is very important; but it takes several great samples to start a career #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
And the bewitching hour is here. Great job @jscoggins! You survived! #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@SarahAlexis4 My pleasure! #scriptchat
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Mike Morucci
@GCGeek
@jscoggins Fantastic info. Thanks for spending an hour on the chat with us, Jason! #scriptchat
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William C Martell
@wcmartell
I like to alternate scripts. Write something new before rewriting the last one. Cross training. #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@jeannevb Thanks! And thanks for treating me so nicely.#scriptchat
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Christopher Phillips
@byChrisPhillips
@wcmartell I loved Piranha... Didn't James Cameron work on that? Or was it part II? #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
Thanks so much @jscoggins for joining us tonight! Everyone chk out @specscout specscout.com #scriptchat
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ReadWatchWrite (BMJ)
@RWWFilm
@jscoggins Thanks for your time and knowledge, Jason!#scriptchat
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John Shea
@rebelshea
@jscoggins Thanks for the chat and the info! Much appreciated.#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
great tip RT @wcmartell: I like to alternate scripts. Write something new before rewriting the last one. Cross training.#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
By the way, I'm doing a Final Draft webinar this Tuesday; if you have specific questions I should address, tweet them to me#scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@RWWFilm You're very welcome! #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@jscoggins although I was a little slow at pouring your refills :)#scriptchat
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Christopher Phillips
@byChrisPhillips
@jscoggins Yes! Good info tonight... #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
@GCGeek You bet #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
RT @jscoggins: Im doing a Final Draft webinar this Tuesday; if you have specific questions I should address, tweet them to me#scriptchat
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vanessa leinani
@vanessaleinani
thank you for tonight's insightful #scriptchat Appreciate your time and info. @jscoggins @jeannevb
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Jeanne V Bowerman
@jeannevb
@vanessaleinani our pleasure @jscoggins #scriptchat
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Jason Scoggins
@jscoggins
This was really fun -- thanks again, everyone, and you're very welcome. #scriptchat
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