What To Do After You've Finished Your First Screenplay | Ep. 4 Persistence of Vision

In this episode, Colin, Frank and Sean discuss their experiences with writing and editing their first screenplays. They share stories of their early attempts at writing scripts and shooting short films. They talk about the importance of outlining and formatting screenplays, as well as the process of rewriting and editing. 


They also discuss their collaborative writing processes and the challenges and benefits of working with a co-writer. Sean shares his strategies for taking breaks and approaching the rewriting process with fresh eyes. They also share the importance of receiving feedback and making changes based on that feedback. 


Overall, this episode provides valuable insights into the process of writing and refining screenplays. Sean describes his script analysis process, including structure passes and scene-by-scene analysis. Colin shares his more fluid approach to writing and revising. They also discuss the importance of choosing the right people for feedback and the value of constructive criticism. 


Finally, they touch on the importance of understanding the market and researching agents, producers, and competitions that align with your screenplay. Frank shares various aspects of the writing and pitching process. He emphasizes the importance of being strategic in writing, focusing on smaller, more feasible projects that align with personal goals. He also highlights the significance of crafting a compelling pitch that establishes a personal connection to the material and resonates with the audience. Sean also touches on copyright and IP protection, emphasizing the automatic copyright that comes with creating a work and the importance of obtaining rights for adaptations. 


Lastly, they highlight the value of networking and building connections in the industry, showcasing the power of genuine connections and supporting others in the creative community.


Takeaways

+ Develop a structured script analysis process that includes both macro and micro elements.
+ Choose the right people for feedback, including those who are at or above your level as writers.
+ Be open to constructive criticism and use it to improve your script.
+ Research the market and understand the preferences and trends in the industry.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:50 First Screenplays
03:13 Outlining and Formatting Screenplays
04:17 Rewriting and Editing First Screenplays
05:25 Refining Scenes and Cutting Redundancy
06:34 The Importance of Outlining
07:24 Collaborative Writing Process
08:21 Writing with a Co-Writer
09:40 Writing Schedule and Process
11:07 Taking a Break and Fresh Eyes
12:21 First Screenplay Success
14:50 Collaborative Writing Process
18:03 Writing Schedule and Process
19:23 Writing in Chronological Order
22:02 Receiving Feedback and Making Changes
24:38 Marking Up Scripts and Making Changes
26:21 Systematic Approach to Rewriting
28:50 Sean's Script Analysis Process
31:04 Different Approaches to Writing and Revising
36:37 Choosing the Right People for Feedback
39:45 Understanding the Market
01:03:38 Writing with a Strategic Approach
01:06:10 Writing Small, Good Scripts
01:09:17 The Importance of Pitching
01:12:06 Crafting a Compelling Pitch
01:23:04 Understanding Copyright and IP
01:28:25 The Value of Networking and Building Connections
01:38:09 Final Thoughts


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