Christmas Movie Screenwriter Caryn McCann

In this episode, we delve into tailoring screenplays for networks like Hallmark, Lifetime, and Netflix, highlighting how understanding their brand and tone can boost script acceptance. We cover key strategies for building industry relationships and the significance of emotional character development in scripts. Learn how to adapt your screenplay to meet specific network styles and foster connections to enhance your screenwriting career.
The show notes, including the transcript and your checklist of actions to take are at https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/17-how-to-market-your-script-for-success-2/

Screenwriter, producer  and director Christine Conradt shares insights on scriptwriting, effective pitching, and the evolving Christmas movie market. Controversially she reveals how the protagonist’s lessons learned is more important than plot resolution.
 
The show notes, including the transcript and your checklist of actions to take for this episode, are at https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/16-the-secret-to-christmas-movie-magic-is-hiding-in-plain-sight/

James Temple, an independent writer, director, and producer, explores the art of using the DIY approach to making Christmas movies.
He emphasizes the balance between meeting genre expectations and introducing fresh storytelling elements. James advocates for maintaining control over his projects by self-financing and leveraging connections to secure locations.
The Christmas Movie Screenwriter Podcast – Episode 15
James Temple, Writer, Director, Producer
Show Notes
 
HOST: Caryn McCann
Website:   https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristmasMovieScreenwriter
X (Twitter):     https://twitter.com/MerryScriptmas
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ChristmasMovie
 
GUEST:  James Temple
Website:  https://linktr.ee/christmaspledgemovie
IMDB; https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7902507/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
 

Lifetime’s VP of Scripted Content, Sapna Vyas, shares the success formula behind enduring Christmas movie hits.
The Christmas Movie Screenwriter Podcast – Episode 14
Sapna Vyas, Vice President, Lifetime Scripted Content
Show Notes
 HOST: Caryn McCann
Website:   https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristmasMovieScreenwriter
X (Twitter):     https://twitter.com/MerryScriptmas
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
 
GUEST: Sapna Vyas, Vice President, Lifetime Scripted Content
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sapna-vyas-307a16104/
 
 Transcript available at:
https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/14-lifetimes-christmas-movie-success-formula
You can now support me on: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ChristmasMovie

Australian-based producer Steve Jaggi reveals an easy way for writers to connect with producers and to write exactly what producers want.
Steve's key advice to writers is to connect with producers and understand their needs before you write that script. 
He discusses the need for writers to understand their target audience and align scripts with network / production companies’ values. He points out the growing market for Christmas movies in regions like Europe and Southeast Asia.
The Christmas Movie Screenwriter Podcast – Episode 13
Steve Jaggi, Producer, Director
Show Notes
HOST: Caryn McCann
Website:   https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristmasMovieScreenwriter
X (Twitter):     https://twitter.com/MerryScriptmas
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
 
GUEST: Steve Jaggi
Website: https://www.jaggientertainment.com/
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1863720/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaggientertainment/
Instagram: : @jaggi_entertainment

Enduring 40 Years of No's for a Christmas Yes
Screenwriter Brian Ruberry found success after a 40-year slog of rejections. He advises writers that post-first sale, you may be able to get work based just on a synopsis versus writing an entire script. Additionally, he highlights script competitions can offer valuable feedback but warns some are just ‘money spinners’.
The Christmas Movie Screenwriter Podcast – Episode 12
Brian Ruberry, Screenwriter
Show Notes
 
HOST: Caryn McCann
Website:   https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristmasMovieScreenwriter
X (Twitter):     https://twitter.com/MerryScriptmas
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/
 
GUEST: Brian Ruberry
IMDB Pro: https://pro.imdb.com/name/nm9217687/?ref_=search_search_search_result_1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianruberry/