by Admin | Feb 8, 2021 | News and Events, Past Events, Uncategorized
The PSP is proud to support VIFF’s Creator Talk with John Wells, Creator/Executive Producer of Shameless. February 18, 6pm PST (Livestreamed on VIFF Connect) VIFF is thrilled to host John Wells as he discusses the final season of Shameless and shares some...
by Admin | Feb 8, 2021 | News and Events, Past Events, Uncategorized
The PSP is proud to support upcoming VIFF Creator Talk: The Great North. February 23, 6pm PST. (Livestreamed on VIFF Connect) The Great North, an animated sitcom premiering Feb. 14th on Fox, is created by the veteran writers of Bob’s Burgers, Wendy Molyneux and Lizzie...
by Admin | Jan 21, 2021 | News and Events, Past Events, Uncategorized
The PSP has partnered with the CCDI to offer an online two session (four hours total) Diversity and Inclusion Workshop tailored to the needs of storytellers in media. To encourage participation, the PSP is subsidizing 75% of the ticket price. Session 1: Wednesday, Feb...
by Kate J. Anderson | Feb 22, 2020 | Business of Screenwriting, Uncategorized, Writing for TV
As aspiring TV writers are busily preparing their applications for those highly coveted Writer Mentorship programs in L.A, I thought I would put together a collated list of recommended reading from three of the prestigious mentorships. For Canadian writers, I’m...
by Kate J. Anderson | Feb 13, 2020 | Business of Screenwriting, Uncategorized, Writing for Features, Writing for TV
How important is the title of your spec script? A great title is like a great first impression. It’s invaluable. Can a great movie or tv show get the attention it deserves with an unmemorable or confusing title? I doubt it! “Parasite” … The title is...
by Kate J. Anderson | Jan 25, 2020 | Uncategorized, Writing Life
Writing retreats can be a powerful tool when you’re struggling to make creative progress. What is it about going away? I’m going to put it down to creating space for deep work and recharge. Last week I had the luxury of taking a four-day trip with my...