What better way to celebrate November than be fully prepared for your writing, networking and pitching … Here’s where the Screenwriter’s Toolbox comes in handy! Here’s 20 links you should definitely check out, full of helpful hints and tips that will come in handy, so make sure you bookmark this page!
1) Figuring Out Format
Feeling intimidated about writing your first script? Fear no more! Below is a fantastic example of how your script should look and a definition of screenplay terms.
How To Write A Screenplay: A Guide by Writers’ Store
2) The 3 Act Structure
Every screenwriter needs to understand the 3 Act Structure, so here is an in-depth look at each Act and what elements should be included.
The Three Acts by The Script Lab
3) First Ten Pages
The first ten pages of your script are crucial, but do you know what 5 major components should be included? The link below shares these 5 secrets, as well as several examples of blockbuster opening pages such as Jaws, 500 Days Of Summer and Inception.
The First Ten Pages by The Script Lab
4) All About The Logline
Do you know the difference between a logline and a tagline? How long a logline should or shouldn’t be? Here are 10 tips to help you develop the best logline for your project.
10 Tips For Writing Loglines by Raindance
5) Setting The Scene
Here are 37 examples and analysis of scene description seen in films such as Alien, Basic Instinct, Inglorious Basterds, Se7en and Zombieland to name a few.
Scene Description Spotlight by Go Into The Story
Some good reminders
6) Choose Your Genre
Not sure which genre you want to write? Which genres sell more so than others? Look no further, here you can find the most popular genres in Hollywood and the 10 story techniques to include if you want to sell your screenplay.
10 Story Techniques That Sell Screenplays by Raindance
7) Apps For Filmmakers
Here are 8 of the best apps for filmmakers to help create high quality material while on the go.
8 iPhone Apps For Filmmakers by Raindance
Another app worth mentioning is Table Read. Table Read is every budding screenwriter and director’s dream – an app that reviews and reads your script for you. Check it out HERE!
8) How To Make A Short Film
Want to make a short film but not sure how to get started? Here are 11 tips to help get your project off the ground, so good luck and get filming!
9) Film Production Checklist
Making a film can be a stressful process, but it doesn’t need to be with this helpful checklist! So grab a pen and a paper and make sure you’ve got everything you need!
10) Producing A Micro-Budget Feature
For any aspiring and first time producers, this list of 10 tips will help and guide you on your micro-budget feature.
11) Is Script Hosting A Good Idea?
Unsure as to whether script hosting sites are worth the money? This article about The Black List is an interesting read providing the pros and cons of whether it’s the right decision for you.
12) 10 Tips For Writing A Hollywood Blockbuster
Screenwriter Tony Gilroy (Armageddon, The Devil’s Advocate and Bourne films) shares his 10 top tips to writing a Hollywood Blockbuster.
13) Supporting Characters
It happens more often than you think – supporting characters are being neglected. Your script will be weaker without strong supporting characters, but this link will help you spice things up in no time!
14) Dialogue
Stuck in the dark depths of dialogue? We’ve all been there! Want to know a simple dialogue tip that will improve your writing? Click THIS LINK.
15) Enter Competitions
You have a finished script and not sure what to do next? Want to enter a competition but not sure of the criteria? Well here are 12 simple tips for entering Screenplay Competitions, good luck!
16) Networking Tips
These 12 top tips are guaranteed to help screenwriters and filmmakers navigate the networking scene.
17) Pitching Your Script
Hollywood’s top Script Consultant and Story Expert Michael Hauge shares his 8 powerful steps to perfect your pitch!
18) How To Sell Your Screenplay
Jason Brubaker is a Hollywood film distribution consultant, and shares his 4 methods to get your screenplay produced in the link below.
19) 6 Tips From A Billion Dollar Duo
This screenwriting duo share their 6 tips to making and selling your script, and they should know – their films have grossed over a billion dollars at the box office.
20) Kick Ass Endings
Want to write that perfect ending? While there is no secret formula, there are a few things to be aware of to get the best conclusion to your film. These golden secrets are shared in THIS LINK, so take a look!
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