Creatorwood

Michael Evans
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We help storytellers make movies with AI and build six-figure businesses selling films directly to viewers. We specifically focus on helping authors, writers, and other storytellers with no prior experience turn their ideas into six-figure movies, shows, animations, and more using just a laptop. Your host is Michael Evans. He has published 12 sci-fi novels, helped authors make $1 million+/year in memberships, and even worked on the Strategy Team for MrBeast. You can read Creatorwood, the free book all about how to build a business making movies with AI: https://blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe And you can join the Creatorwood platform, the home for storytellers to turn their writing into films, discover new viewers, and run a film business, here: https://make.creatorwood.tv/

  1. How I Brainstorm Hit Film Ideas with AI

    FEB 18

    How I Brainstorm Hit Film Ideas with AI

    Michael, a former strategist at MrBeast and a sci-fi author, breaks down the art of ideation and market analysis for the new era of AI filmmaking. The core message is that "the idea is the ceiling"; no matter how good the production, a story's potential is capped by its premise. The speaker argues that AI has democratized filmmaking by lowering costs, allowing creators to bypass Hollywood gatekeepers and focus entirely on what viewers want. RSVP to future How to Make Your Movie Popcorn-Worthy Workshops here: https://luma.com/3zlbc0xx Join the beta of the Creatorwood platform: https://creatorwood.tv/ Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe Join the Creatorwood Discord: https://discord.gg/tTmWv23C9q Join the Six-Figure Film Accelerator: https://learn.creatorwood.tv/ EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:00 From Passion to Premise: How to Think About Story Ideas 00:59 Why the Premise Is the Ceiling (Lessons from MrBeast) 03:50 AI Filmmaking Changes the Economics—So Viewers Matter More Than Gatekeepers 05:52 Market Analysis 101: Find What People Already Watch & Read 10:29 Turn Research into a Genre Style Sheet + Format Rule Sheet 13:39 Find Your “Story Gap”: The Unmet Need in the Market 22:19 Bake Virality In: Awe as the Engine of Shareable Stories 29:44 Write for Film by Launching Fast: Episodic Testing & Iteration 33:54 Live Workshop Setup: Collecting Ideas and Picking Susan’s Sci‑Fi Thriller 36:11 AI Writing Workflow: Model Choice Over Prompting (Why Claude) 38:38 Starting the Market Study Prompt for Susan’s Alien-Spy Concept 39:44 Rapid Market Research: Defining the Sci‑Fi Spy Thriller Lane 40:46 Why Amazon.com for Book Data (and How to Search Genres) 41:58 Building a Comp List: Opening Tabs, Skipping Weak Fits, Choosing a Slant 43:39 Expanding the Dataset: Alien Sci‑Fi Thrillers & Avoiding Romance Mismatch 45:01 Film Comps via Google/IMDb: Picking Inception & Arrival 46:59 Feeding Claude: Prompting a Genre Style Sheet from Reviews 50:13 Quality Control: Rankings, Reviews, and Curating What You Learn From 54:24 Context Windows & Efficient Sampling (Why 5–10 Titles Is Enough) 58:52 Reading the Style Sheet: Tropes, Archetypes, Settings, and Plot Rules 01:03:00 From Style Sheet to Series Pitch: Episodic Format + Cliffhangers 01:06:14 Claude’s Generated Concept: Logline, Protagonist, and Core Hook 01:08:42 Q&A: Making Existing Stories More Marketable + Adapting Prose for AI Film 01:13:37 Wrap-Up: Next Week’s Workshop on Characters & Final Links ABOUT MICHAEL: He has published 12 sci-fi novels, helped authors make $1 million+/year in memberships, and even worked on the Strategy Team for MrBeast. ABOUT CREATORWOOD: Creatorwood is the home for storytellers to turn their writing into films, discover new viewers, and run a film business. The Movie Machine by Creatorwood integrates with the top AI video, image, audio, and storytelling models to help transform your writing into immersive worlds, incredible characters, and gripping films with significantly less time and cost. Creatorwood also makes it easy to make money from your films inside our Streaming Platform. Specifically, Creatorwood allows you to upload your episodes, set them as free or paid (any price you’d like). Creators keep 80% of the revenue they earn on Creatorwood,

    1h 15m
  2. 5 Steps to Write a Viral Vertical Film

    FEB 18

    5 Steps to Write a Viral Vertical Film

    Micro dramas are a $10B industry—but most lose money because the story misses the mark. In this episode, Michael Evans (CEO of Creatorwood) reveals how to write viral vertical films that hook viewers in 90 seconds and keep them paying. Learn the three hidden rules of vertical storytelling, how to structure addictive episodes, craft powerful cliffhangers, and validate your concept before producing a full season. If you want to build a business with AI-powered micro dramas, this is your roadmap. Join the beta of the Creatorwood platform: https://creatorwood.tv/ Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe Join the Creatorwood Discord: https://discord.gg/tTmWv23C9q Join the Six-Figure Film Accelerator: https://learn.creatorwood.tv/ RESOURCES MENTIONED: Read How to Write a Vertical Series in 10 Days: https://www.amazon.com/How-Write-Vertical-Days-Storytelling-ebook/dp/B0G2N4SQKG EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Micro Dramas 00:33 The Problem with Micro Dramas 01:21 About the Speaker: Michael Evans 03:08 Three Rules for Vertical Storytelling 08:17 Step 1: Creating a Marketable Concept 12:39 Step 2: Outlining Your Vertical Film 15:37 Step 3: Writing the First 10 Episodes 18:35 Step 4: Making a Pilot and Validating 19:35 Tips for Writing Vertical Episodes 22:16 Conclusion and Next Steps ABOUT MICHAEL: He has published 12 sci-fi novels, helped authors make $1 million+/year in memberships, and even worked on the Strategy Team for MrBeast. ABOUT CREATORWOOD: Creatorwood is the home for storytellers to turn their writing into films, discover new viewers, and run a film business. The Movie Machine by Creatorwood integrates with the top AI video, image, audio, and storytelling models to help transform your writing into immersive worlds, incredible characters, and gripping films with significantly less time and cost. Creatorwood also makes it easy to make money from your films inside our Streaming Platform. Specifically, Creatorwood allows you to upload your episodes, set them as free or paid (any price you’d like). Creators keep 80% of the revenue they earn on Creatorwood, and we pay out to creators in 130+ countries and accept payments from viewers globally. You can join Creatorwood here: https://creatorwood.tv/

    23 min
  3. How to Profit from the $10+ Billion Vertical Film Boom

    FEB 4

    How to Profit from the $10+ Billion Vertical Film Boom

    Michael explores the booming vertical film industry, highlighted by P&G’s entry into mobile-first entertainment. The CEO of Creatorwood explains how their AI platform allows users to produce and monetize 9:16 shows for a fraction of traditional costs. Key topics include the format's explosive growth, the return of the "soap opera" advertising model, and new tools enabling creators to keep 80% of their revenue. Join the beta of the Creatorwood platform: https://make.creatorwood.tv/ Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe Join the Creatorwood Discord: https://discord.gg/tTmWv23C9q Join the Six-Figure Film Accelerator: https://learn.creatorwood.tv/ Check P&G Verticals: https://m.imdb.com/news/ni65627216/?ref_=nm_nwr_2 EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to P&G's Revolutionary Film Project 00:57 What Are Vertical Films? 01:53 The Popularity and Market of Vertical Films 04:02 Creatorwood: Revolutionizing Vertical Film Production 05:24 Monetizing Vertical Films with Creatorwood 06:32 AI and the Future of Vertical Films 07:45 The Growing Industry Around Vertical Films 09:46 Advertising Opportunities in Vertical Films 12:36 Conclusion and Future Insights ABOUT MICHAEL: He has published 12 sci-fi novels, helped authors make $1 million+/year in memberships, and even worked on the Strategy Team for MrBeast. ABOUT CREATORWOOD: Creatorwood is the home for storytellers to turn their writing into films, discover new viewers, and run a film business. The Movie Machine by Creatorwood integrates with the top AI video, image, audio, and storytelling models to help transform your writing into immersive worlds, incredible characters, and gripping films with significantly less time and cost. Creatorwood also makes it easy to make money from your films inside our Streaming Platform. Specifically, Creatorwood allows you to upload your episodes, set them as free or paid (any price you’d like). Creators keep 80% of the revenue they earn on Creatorwood, and we pay out to creators in 130+ countries and accept payments from viewers globally. You can join Creatorwood here: https://creatorwood.tv/

    16 min
  4. Why Going Beyond the Book is The Future of Storytelling

    FEB 2

    Why Going Beyond the Book is The Future of Storytelling

    In this episode, Michael and Ross explore the "reader-first" approach to creativity. Ross shares his journey from photography to fiction, highlighting a bold experiment where he validated his novel through Amazon pre-orders before finishing the manuscript. The conversation dives into what it means to be an experience creator rather than just an author. By leveraging technology and "growth loops," Ross explains how writers can build immersive worlds that transcend the printed page. Join the beta of the Creatorwood platform: https://make.creatorwood.tv/ Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe Join the Creatorwood Discord: https://discord.gg/tTmWv23C9q Join the Six-Figure Film Accelerator: https://learn.creatorwood.tv/ Visit Ross's website here: https://www.rosspruden.com/ EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction: Putting Readers First 00:30 A Serendipitous Meeting 02:50 Beyond the Book: Expanding Creativity 03:21 The First Book and Its Lessons 08:19 Pre-Order Testing: A Bold Experiment 14:17 Lessons from Experiments 16:54 Passion and Persistence in Writing 22:47 The Power of Persistence 23:27 Facing the Fear of Failure 26:25 Creating Great Experiences Across Mediums 27:31 The Importance of the Hook 30:56 Exploring Meow Wolf 34:55 Building Growth Loops 37:14 The Concept of Social Objects 40:15 Embracing Your Inner Child 41:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ABOUT MICHAEL: He has published 12 sci-fi novels, helped authors make $1 million+/year in memberships, and even worked on the Strategy Team for MrBeast. ABOUT CREATORWOOD: Creatorwood is the home for storytellers to turn their writing into films, discover new viewers, and run a film business. The Movie Machine by Creatorwood integrates with the top AI video, image, audio, and storytelling models to help transform your writing into immersive worlds, incredible characters, and gripping films with significantly less time and cost. Creatorwood also makes it easy to make money from your films inside our Streaming Platform. Specifically, Creatorwood allows you to upload your episodes, set them as free or paid (any price you’d like). Creators keep 80% of the revenue they earn on Creatorwood, and we pay out to creators in 130+ countries and accept payments from viewers globally You can join Creatorwood here: https://creatorwood.tv/

    43 min
  5. The 1 Metric That Determines if Your Movie Will Be a Hit

    JAN 21

    The 1 Metric That Determines if Your Movie Will Be a Hit

    This episode features a thoughtful conversation with an experienced author reflecting on his journey through the creative process. Speaking calmly and candidly, he shares how structured guidance and step-by-step support helped transform his ideas into a finished work. Set in an intimate, professional atmosphere, the discussion highlights the value of mentorship, clarity, and trust when bringing a book to life. With a warm, reflective tone, this episode offers insight for writers, creators, and lifelong learners who are navigating their own creative paths and looking for confidence in the process. Join the beta of the Creatorwood platform: https://make.creatorwood.tv/ Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe Join the Creatorwood Discord: https://discord.gg/tTmWv23C9q Join the Six-Figure Film Accelerator: https://learn.creatorwood.tv/ EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to the Key Metric for Filmmaking Success 02:05 Personal Struggles and Lessons Learned 04:08 The Traditional Filmmaking Model vs. New Approaches 08:42 The Importance of Retention in Storytelling 15:55 Analyzing Retention Graphs for Better Storytelling 20:54 Techniques to Improve Retention in Films 26:36 Optimizing Video Retention 28:26 The Importance of a Strong Hook 29:07 Creating Open Loops 30:05 Simplicity in Storytelling 30:53 Character Clarity 32:32 Measuring and Testing Retention 33:58 Budgeting and Audience Growth 41:23 Monetizing Through Product Placement 44:53 Final Thoughts and Q&A ABOUT MICHAEL: He has published 12 sci-fi novels, helped authors make $1 million+/year in memberships, and even worked on the Strategy Team for MrBeast. ABOUT CREATORWOOD: Creatorwood is the home for storytellers to turn their writing into films, discover new viewers, and run a film business. The Movie Machine by Creatorwood integrates with the top AI video, image, audio, and storytelling models to help transform your writing into immersive worlds, incredible characters, and gripping films with significantly less time and cost. Creatorwood also makes it easy to make money from your films inside our Streaming Platform. Specifically, Creatorwood allows you to upload your episodes, set them as free or paid (any price you’d like). Creators keep 80% of the revenue they earn on Creatorwood, and we pay out to creators in 130+ countries and accept payments from viewers globally. You can join Creatorwood here: https://creatorwood.tv/

    51 min
  6. How to Avoid the #1 Mistake People Make with AI Filmmaking

    JAN 14

    How to Avoid the #1 Mistake People Make with AI Filmmaking

    In this episode, we reveal the biggest mistake creators make in AI filmmaking and how to avoid it when using Creatorwood’s Move Machine. Learn why character, voice, and world consistency matter, and how one small misstep can lead to major frustration. Plus, hear from creator Joseph Klug as he shares his journey from novel writing to AI filmmaking, along with the lessons he’s learned turning his story into an episodic AI film. Join the beta of the Creatorwood platform: https://make.creatorwood.tv/ Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe Join the Creatorwood Discord: https://discord.gg/tTmWv23C9q Join the Six-Figure Film Accelerator: https://learn.creatorwood.tv/ Check Joseph Klug's website: https://www.webcatstudios.com/ EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to the Biggest Mistake in AI Filmmaking 00:43 Interview with Joseph Klug: From Novels to AI Films 01:33 Joseph's Journey: From Game Development to Novel Writing 03:16 Discovering Creatorwood and the AI Filmmaking Process 04:03 Challenges and Surprises in AI Filmmaking 07:21 Incorporating Fans and Personal Touches in AI Films 12:36 Future Plans and Final Thoughts 14:45 Conclusion and Upcoming Conversations ABOUT MICHAEL: He has published 12 sci-fi novels, helped authors make $1 million+/year in memberships, and even worked on the Strategy Team for MrBeast. ABOUT CREATORWOOD: Creatorwood is the home for storytellers to turn their writing into films, discover new viewers, and run a film business. The Movie Machine by Creatorwood integrates with the top AI video, image, audio, and storytelling models to help transform your writing into immersive worlds, incredible characters, and gripping films with significantly less time and cost. Creatorwood also makes it easy to make money from your films inside our Streaming Platform. Specifically, Creatorwood allows you to upload your episodes, set them as free or paid (any price you’d like). Creators keep 80% of the revenue they earn on Creatorwood, and we pay out to creators in 130+ countries and accept payments from viewers globally. You can join Creatorwood here: https://creatorwood.tv/

    16 min
  7. How to Go From Beginner to AI Filmmaking Expert in 30 Days

    JAN 5

    How to Go From Beginner to AI Filmmaking Expert in 30 Days

    This podcast episode provides a deep dive into the art of AI filmmaking with Creatorwood's creative director, Mia. She discusses her journey and shares expert advice on using the "Movie Machine" tool, which transforms written stories into films. The core topic is the importance of "prompting"—learning to communicate effectively with AI to achieve a specific creative vision. Mia explains that while the machine automates a lot, directing it through precise language is key, especially for making changes to camera angles or character actions. The discussion covers the entire creative process, from the importance of writing a highly descriptive script to properly setting up "director's notes" with character details and setting angles. Mia also shares insights on common mistakes, the costs of AI production, and the mindset needed to succeed in this new field, offering valuable lessons for aspiring AI filmmakers. Join the beta of the Creatorwood platform: https://make.creatorwood.tv/ Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe Join the Creatorwood Discord: https://discord.gg/tTmWv23C9q Join the Six-Figure Film Accelerator: https://learn.creatorwood.tv/ EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to AI Filmmaking 01:31 Understanding Prompting in AI Filmmaking 02:21 The Importance of Prompting Language 04:11 Mia's Filmmaking Journey 07:03 Early Mistakes and Learning Curves 09:25 Effective Communication with AI 13:42 The Cost of AI Filmmaking 17:32 Director's Notes and Their Importance 20:46 Angles and Settings in AI Filmmaking 25:02 Mindset and Adaptation in AI Filmmaking 27:42 Advice for Aspiring Filmmakers 28:27 Understanding Shot Composition 29:28 Importance of Consistency in Filmmaking 30:09 Creating a Filmmaking Guidebook 31:07 Ensuring Consistency with the Moving Machine 32:08 Detailed Script Writing for AI Filmmaking 36:06 Using AI to Enhance Scripts 46:03 Future Improvements for the Moving Machine 50:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ABOUT MICHAEL: He has published 12 sci-fi novels, helped authors make $1 million+/year in memberships, and even worked on the Strategy Team for MrBeast. ABOUT CREATORWOOD: Creatorwood is the home for storytellers to turn their writing into films, discover new viewers, and run a film business. The Movie Machine by Creatorwood integrates with the top AI video, image, audio, and storytelling models to help transform your writing into immersive worlds, incredible characters, and gripping films with significantly less time and cost. Creatorwood also makes it easy to make money from your films inside our Streaming Platform. Specifically, Creatorwood allows you to upload your episodes, set them as free or paid (any price you’d like). Creators keep 80% of the revenue they earn on Creatorwood, and we pay out to creators in 130+ countries and accept payments from viewers globally. You can join Creatorwood here: https://creatorwood.tv/

    51 min
  8. How to Find $1+ Million Ideas

    JAN 5

    How to Find $1+ Million Ideas

    Do you really have a million-dollar movie idea? Today, I'll share how AI is removing Hollywood gatekeepers and empowering creators to test, validate, and market films faster and cheaper than ever. Join the Six-Figure Film Accelerator and learn how to build a viewer growth engine today: https://learn.creatorwood.tv/ Schedule a Free Consultation Call with our VIP Production Team here: https://cal.com/team/creatorwood/consultation Join the Creatorwood Bootcamp: https://blog.creatorwood.tv/bootcamp Join the beta of the Creatorwood platform: https://make.creatorwood.tv/ Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe Join the Creatorwood Discord: https://discord.gg/tTmWv23C9q Watch the Viewer Growth Engine Video: https://youtu.be/cWMPHkm8YFw?si=95Hartng88NBoZF1 EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction: The Power of Your Movie Ideas 00:26 The Shift from Gatekeepers to Storytellers 00:56 AI in Filmmaking: A Controversial Yet Powerful Tool 01:39 Creatorwood: Revolutionizing Filmmaking 02:31 The Importance of Passion in Filmmaking 02:59 Challenges in Creating Marketable Films 04:17 My Journey and Insights from the Industry 04:59 Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Successful Film 06:48 Identifying Story Gaps and Viewer Desires 10:40 The Pilot Process: Testing Your Film Concept 14:23 Marketing Your Film: Viewer Growth Engines 15:41 Conclusion: Embracing the Future of AI Filmmaking ABOUT MICHAEL: He has published 12 sci-fi novels, helped authors make $1 million+/year in memberships, and even worked on the Strategy Team for MrBeast. ABOUT CREATORWOOD: Creatorwood is the home for storytellers to turn their writing into films, discover new viewers, and run a film business. The Movie Machine by Creatorwood integrates with the top AI video, image, audio, and storytelling models to help transform your writing into immersive worlds, incredible characters, and gripping films with significantly less time and cost. Creatorwood also makes it easy to make money from your films inside our Streaming Platform. Specifically, Creatorwood allows you to upload your episodes, set them as free or paid (any price you’d like). Creators keep 80% of the revenue they earn on Creatorwood, and we pay out to creators in 130+ countries and accept payments from viewers globally. You can join Creatorwood here: https://creatorwood.tv/

    20 min
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We help storytellers make movies with AI and build six-figure businesses selling films directly to viewers. We specifically focus on helping authors, writers, and other storytellers with no prior experience turn their ideas into six-figure movies, shows, animations, and more using just a laptop. Your host is Michael Evans. He has published 12 sci-fi novels, helped authors make $1 million+/year in memberships, and even worked on the Strategy Team for MrBeast. You can read Creatorwood, the free book all about how to build a business making movies with AI: https://blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe And you can join the Creatorwood platform, the home for storytellers to turn their writing into films, discover new viewers, and run a film business, here: https://make.creatorwood.tv/

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  • Creator
    Michael Evans
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Creatorwood 2025
  • Show Website
    Creatorwood