Screenwriting coaching
"The mind of a writer can be a truly terrifying thing. Isolated, neurotic, caffeine-addled,
crippled by procrastination, consumed by feelings of panic, self-loathing, and soul-crushing
inadequacy. And that's on a good day." Robert DeNiro
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Have you ever thought, “I have a great idea for a film or TV show”?
Do you have a story you want to tell, based on something that happened in your life?
Have you begun a screenplay but can’t finish it?
As a screenwriter who has written over 20 screen and teleplays, I know what it takes to go from a good idea to a well-crafted screenplay. You need a PLAN.
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As a screenwriting coach, I have the skills and passion to be your partner on your journey to a completed script. I can provide support through every step of the process in the following ways:
Guidance. I will guide you through the steps to writing a screenplay, offering tools, exercises, and assessments of your ongoing work.
Inspiration. Do you lose focus with your writing or feel like giving up? I can show you how to conquer fears through insights, reference materials and playful methods to get you unstuck.
Motivation. We will tap into why your story is important to tell. Finding what makes your voice unique will keep you committed to writing something original and fresh.
Accountability. We will set goals together so you can stay on track and get you to “The End” of your project.
Client Gennie Rim, an award-winning producer, had a terrific idea for a story, but had never written a screenplay. Through our working together she has now completed the first draft of her script.
"In my time working with Hope, I have grown as a writer in positively unexpected ways. She
has led me to become a stronger creative and writer. I highly recommend her to anyone
who needs a patient and knowledgeable coach to reach your writing goals." Gennie Rim.
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I offer Coaching Plans that can easily be customized to reflect your needs after our initial conversation over the phone or Zoom. The plans include:
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Assessment of the material in respect to story elements, structure, additional development of characters and plot or subplot as needed.
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Samples and links to resource materials such as treatments, screenplays, etc.
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Monitoring, aiding, and encouraging completion of your workflow stages, leading to the completion of a first draft in 12 weeks.
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Up to 20 hours of remote coaching sessions and up to twelve hours of script reading and assessment.
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Contact me for a consultation.
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