What makes a screenplay exceptional? How can you punch through the slush pile as an up-and-coming screenwriter? What does it take to become a successful writer ...
A few years ago, Alexie and Adam watched Michael Arndt's lecture "Endings: The Good, the Bad, and the Insanely Great" and it completely changed the way they thought about endings, stakes, and giving stories meaning. Now, they'll discuss they're favorite, most groundbreaking insights from the lecture and give practical tips about how to use it in your own work. Watch the original lecture: ENDINGS: The Good, the Bad, and the Insanely Great Also, from now until July 20th, we want to share Writing the Pilot with you for 30% off. That means the course, which is usually $147, will be only $102.90. Use Code SUMMER24 to get your discount! Connect with Us YS Website YS Discord Script Vault YS Courses Writing the Short Writing the Scene Writing the Feature Writing the Pilot
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045 - How to Make a Pitch Deck for Your TV Show
How do you share your amazing TV idea with producers or potential collaborators? An amazing pitch deck is the perfect place to start! Professional screenwriters Alexie and Theo share step-by-step how to build a pitch deck by looking at: Real-world pitch decks that WORKED (like STRANGER THINGS and ADVENTURE TIME) Essential ingredients for your own pitch deck Step-by-step guide for using our pitch deck template Grab your coffee and come join us for screenwriting talk! Also, from now until July 20th, we want to share Writing the Pilot with you for 30% off. That means the course, which is usually $147, will be only $102.90. Use Code SUMMER24 to get your discount! Connect with Us YS Website YS Discord Script Vault YS Courses Writing the Short Writing the Scene Writing the Feature Writing the Pilot
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044 - How to Come Up with Ideas for TV | World, Character, and Plot
Some ideas are MADE for TV. How do you know if your idea is up to par? Professional screenwriters Alexie and Theo talk about how to come up with a strong idea for a TV story by striking a careful balance between: World Characters Plot Grab your coffee and come join us for screenwriting talk! Also, from now until July 20th, we want to share Writing the Pilot with you for 30% off. That means the course, which is usually $147, will be only $102.90. Use Code SUMMER24 to get your discount! Connect with Us YS Website YS Discord Script Vault YS Courses Writing the Short Writing the Scene Writing the Feature Writing the Pilot
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043 - How to Write the First 10 Pages of Your Script
The first ten pages of your screenplay can hook your readers in for the long haul. They're arguably the most important part of your script for capturing an audience. Professional screenwriters Alexie, Adam, and Theo talk about how to make your first ten pages un-put-down-able by focusing on: A powerful story hook Compelling, complex characters A strong sense of voice Grab your coffee, pick up your pen, and listen to this amazing screenwriting conversation. Connect with Us YS Website YS Discord Script Vault YS Courses Writing the Short Writing the Scene Writing the Feature Writing the Pilot
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042 - The Best (and Worst) Lessons from THE SEVEN BASIC PLOTS by Christopher Booker
People love to talk about how there are only a few basic stories, and all other work is a variation of them. THE SEVEN BASIC PLOTS is one of the most famous books sharing this theory! Haven't read THE SEVEN BASIC PLOTS by Christopher Booker? No problem! Professional screenwriters Alexie Basil and Adam Schaller share the best and worst takeaways from the famous storytelling classic. Connect with Us YS Website YS Discord Script Vault YS Courses Writing the Short Writing the Scene Writing the Feature Writing the Pilot
What makes a screenplay exceptional? How can you punch through the slush pile as an up-and-coming screenwriter? What does it take to become a successful writer in Hollywood?
In the Young Screenwriters Podcast, Alexie Basil, Theo Luoma, and Adam Schaller share hard-won insights from their experience breaking into the film industry and establishing themselves as professional screenwriters and storytellers. Joined by NYU Film Professor John Warren and other special guests, they break down advanced-level storytelling techniques, practical strategies for navigating the film industry, and uplifting anecdotes to get you writing and networking.
Whether you’re a brand-new screenwriter looking for mentorship or are a seasoned professional eager for a laugh (and the occasional screenwriting nugget!).
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