Scribner, Sam
Found in 8 Collections and/or Records:
But the Best Part is When… , 2001
Pitching is a scary concept for your garden variety, somewhat shy, thoughtful and bookish aspiring screenwriter. Still, if I didn’t program a pitching panel or two, registrants would hunt me down as an avid grammarian might a lowly sentence fragment. You know the drill. These guys have pitched and heard pitches. They’ll tell you how the pros do it. 1 audiocassette, sides A and B, about 70 minutes
Craft Session #1 - Understanding Structure, 1999
Underneath practially every movie, no matter how non-traditionally told, is the same essential blueprint. What happens when? What are the plot-points? Where do they go? What exactly is a three act structure? You have to know the formula before you can become effective and creative with it.
1 audiocassette, sides A and B
Craft Session 6: Pitching, 2002
Craft Session: Character with Sam Scribner , 2000
The strongest stories have characters that audiences want to watch. Whether they're looking for personal fulfillment,trying to accomplish an almost impossible task, or battling a powerful enemy, characters must matter. This sessionwill provide you with strategies for creating compelling, believable and ultimately memorable characters. Two sides of audiocassette tape, about 85 minutes total.
Shocking AFF Veteran Revelations!, 2001
Did we get your attention? If you want to find out the best techniques for maximizing your Conference experience, feel free to come to this lovely panel. Past and current Conference registrants offer their advice and insight on using your time and energies to the fullest. Don’t try to make that big sales pitch or new contact without checking here first. 1 audiocassette, sides A and B, about 90 minutes
So, Your Aunt Isn’t a Studio Chief, 2002
Strike Three, You're Out! The Bullpen - A Pitching Exercise, 1999
The pitch is an intense moment-of-truth experience. You only get one shot so you better be ready. Consider this the bullpen - if you're in the room, be ready to be called on to pitch a specific well-known flick. Panelists will help you hone in on perfection and give you a hands-on glimpse into what it takes to effectively communicate the hook of a story.
1 audiocassette, sides A and B.
The Writer/ Agent Relationship, 2000
In the spirit of great panels such as The Writer/ Producer Relationship, we offer this special opportunity to meet a writer and his agent as they discuss their unique, symbiotic union. As a writer, you're probably looking for representation. Find out what it's like to have an advocate for you and your work firsthand from a successful duo. Two sides of audiocassette tape, about 71 minutes total.