by Kate J. Anderson | Aug 22, 2019 | Uncategorized, Writing for TV
How do you get from a first draft to a finished original spec script? Before you crack open that first draft and start slashing with a red pen, it’s a good idea to put a rewrite system in place so you don’t get overwhelmed. I’ve got a little catchphrase I like to tell...
by Kate J. Anderson | Aug 16, 2019 | Uncategorized, Writing for TV
Now you really get to test your understanding of craft as you prepare to write an original spec script. This part takes discipline. You’ve got the idea and the theme. You understand your chosen conflict engines and this has helped you build and define your...
by Kate J. Anderson | Aug 8, 2019 | Writing for TV
Writing an original spec script requires a solid understanding of pilot script structure. The good news is you have an excuse to watch TV rather than write. The bad news is your thumb is will get tired from hitting the play/pause space bar so many times. Once you...
by Kate J. Anderson | Aug 2, 2019 | Uncategorized, Writing for TV
If we’re talking about how to write an original spec script, we need to talk about Theme. I used to assume that pinning myself down with a theme too early in the writing process would be creatively suffocating. Instead, I would clarify my theme somewhere...
by Kate J. Anderson | Jul 25, 2019 | Writing for TV
The PSP is accepting applications for our next scripted series lab until September 1st, 2019. Six writers will be given the opportunity to create a new tv series with an experienced showrunner. Interested? We want to read your original tv script! If you’re...
by Kate J. Anderson | Jul 19, 2019 | Uncategorized, Writing for TV
In television, every genre and every series has a different formatting style. So, when you’re writing an original TV pilot script, how do you know which rules apply? There are some guidelines that apply to all TV scripts. If you don’t have screenwriting...
