339. Breaking Into The Business

Writer Danny Bayliss came to LA right after college and has learned a thing or two in that time. Here he shares "five tips" that include ways to live a good life while expanding your network. 

Josh Sky was an aspiring TV writer when he got an opportunity to write comics for his favorite character He-Man. Fifty issues later, he discusses what he's learned and his feelings about where comic book writing and screenwriting converge. 

"The Writers of today helping the writers of tomorrow." Such is the motto of The Writers Guild Foundation and its executive director Julie Lacouture. Julie describes the programs at the WGF which include the Veterans Writing Project, the Writers Access Program and its new partner ... Show More

Chris McKenna tells us about his day job writing for Marvel, while his friend and longtime collaborator Bob Byington talks about carving his career through indie film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 

“As Hollywood changes post-strike, the only surefire way in the door is to have something great people are excited to make.” If you are a writer looking to break into the industry, you need to know how to write a great script that producers actually want to read. In today’s epis ... Show More

Learn how to strategically choose and attend film festivals, build meaningful industry relationships and advance your screenwriting career through authentic networking and mentorship opportunities. Join us for Thursday Night Writes! Our Happy Hour of Writing Exercises with Jake ... Show More

The Mad Men star talks about the trials and tribulations of breaking into Hollywood and how the show changed his life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Writer and Director Ben Mekler is here to talk about Kung Fu Panda, Marvel Snap, tooting, and comes closer than ever to figuring out Kevin's deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 

Learn from The Penguin how to master the art of packaging complex, character-driven stories within commercial frameworks that can sell in today's Hollywood marketplace. Join us for Thursday Night Writes! Our Happy Hour of Writing Exercises with Jake every Thursday night at 7:00 ... Show More

If you haven't listened to last week's episode, jump back and make sure you're caught up, because this week, we're picking up at the midpoint. PLUS, as always, we answer your incredible questions, here, on The Screenwriting Life podcast! Make sure to subscribe to Popcorn Talk! - ... Show More