Christmas Movie Screenwriter

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Christmas Movie Screenwriter

Industry pros offer advice on writing, producing, and selling Christmas TV-movies.

  1. 🎥 Distributors Want Your 🎄 Script!

    21 JAN

    🎥 Distributors Want Your 🎄 Script!

    Discover why targeting distributors, not just producers, can expand your opportunities to sell your Christmas scripts and reach broader markets year-round. In this episode, producer Brigitte Kingsley shares why targeting distributors can be a game-changer for your holiday screenplays. Learn how distributors connect with broadcasters, offer global reach, and have year-round demand for Christmas content. Plus, find out how to pitch effectively, when to reach out, and why you should include both high and low-budget scripts in your arsenal. Don’t let your holiday screenplay gather dust—get it into the hands of those who can sell it!   For an action checklist, a full transcript and the show notes - go here: https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/30-distributors-want-your-script/

    26 min
  2. Pitch Perfect - Selling Your Holiday Script

    1 JAN

    Pitch Perfect - Selling Your Holiday Script

    Writer-Director-Producer John Stimpson of H9 Films discusses how to craft irresistible pitches, build a standout portfolio, and sell your holiday screenplay in the competitive Christmas movie market. In this episode you’ll learn how to: Build a Diverse Portfolio of Ideas Understand Market Demands. Break the Rules with Fresh Perspectives. Be Pleasantly Persistent Pitch with Confidence and Clarity For an action checklist, the show notes and the full transcript – go here:  https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/29-pitch-perfect-selling-your-holiday-script/

    49 min
  3. Should Christmas Writers Say 'I Do' to Romance Scripts?

    10/12/2024

    Should Christmas Writers Say 'I Do' to Romance Scripts?

    🎬 Exploring Year-Round Opportunities Beyond the Holiday Season  💘 Should Christmas scribes focus on romance scripts? Producer Kristofer McNeeley reveals why the romance genre might be a smarter move. Is the romance market bigger than Christmas scripts?  Producer Kristofer McNeeley shares insider tips on standing out in a packed market, from crafting unique concepts to creating diverse, relatable characters. He explains why modern Christmas and romance movies thrive on internal conflict and heartwarming resolutions rather than traditional antagonists. And in a surprising twist, Kristofer encourages Christmas screenwriters to explore the untapped potential of the romance genre. ✅ For an action checklist, the show notes and a full transcript – go here: https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/28-should-christmas-writers-say-i-do-to-romance-scripts/

    31 min
  4. Is Cold Querying Producers Worth It?

    20/11/2024

    Is Cold Querying Producers Worth It?

    Discover Candice Cain’s journey from self-starter to successful screenwriter and learn her top strategies for breaking into the Christmas TV movie market.  Whether you’re crafting your first Christmas script or looking to grow in the festive film industry, this episode is packed with actionable advice.  For a full transcript, an action checklist and the show notes – go here:  https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/27-is-cold-querying-producers/

    25 min
  5. 26: Screenwriter Reveals What Hallmark Looks For

    05/11/2024

    26: Screenwriter Reveals What Hallmark Looks For

    Screenwriter Zac Hug shares why crafting moments of joy, especially tears of joy, is key to creating compelling Christmas movies that attract producers and networks like Hallmark. Learn how to balance innovation while staying true to the genre’s emotional core.  Whether you're writing for a seasoned audience or aiming to sell your first script, Zac’s insights on crafting joy-filled moments, effective writers' groups, and pitching strategies will help you stand out in the Christmas TV-movie market. For the show notes, an action checklist and a full transcript - go here: https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/26-why-tears-of-joy-sell-christmas-scripts/ Check out the YouTube verison: https://youtu.be/oMBuSmZ9YVM Support the show! Buy Me A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/ChristmasMovie

    32 min
  6. What Producers Want In a Christmas Script

    22/10/2024

    What Producers Want In a Christmas Script

    Screenwriter and author Bob Sáenz discusses what producers want in Christmas scripts and advises on how to turn your holiday script into a production-ready masterpiece. Bob emphasizes the significance of writing to budget, particularly in the Christmas movie genre, as limited resources necessitate creative storytelling within defined parameters. He candidly shares how he navigates the industry, the importance of networking, and establishing authentic relationships to get scripts read, while also dispelling myths about the role of agents and managers in the screenwriting world. For an action checklist, the show notes and a full transcript go to:  https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/25-what-producers-want-in-christmas-scripts/

    42 min
  7. How a Great Story Concept Can Save a Flawed Script

    01/10/2024

    How a Great Story Concept Can Save a Flawed Script

    Seasoned Christmas movie writer and director Ron Oliver reveals how a strong story concept can attract producers, even if the script has flaws.  For all the show notes, an action checklist and the full transcript – go here: https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/24-how-a-great-story-concept-can-save-a-flawed-script/ Now on YouTube too! https://youtu.be/9iNrVrDX4Ug Fuel more great content by buying me a hot cocoa on https://buymeacoffee.com/christmasmovie

    33 min
  8. Secrets to Breaking Into Christmas Movies

    10/09/2024

    Secrets to Breaking Into Christmas Movies

    Screenwriter Kelly Peters offers practical tips on how to make your Christmas scripts stand out to producers, from focusing on the producibility of your script to understanding the importance of networking.  This episode is packed with actionable advice for screenwriters looking to make their mark in the Christmas movie genre. For our action checklist, the show notes and the full transcript - go here: https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/23-secrets-to-breaking-into-christmas-movies/ (NEW) See the video interview: https://youtu.be/I6fH1WtUnUY

    36 min
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