The Successful Screenwriter with Geoffrey D Calhoun: Screenwriting Podcast Ep 245 - Contests, Feedback, and Writing Hacks Every Screenwriter Needs to Hear.
Sep 18, 2024
44:01
Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter
Guest: Marq Scheyder, Screenwriter and Filmmaker
Summary:
In this insightful AMA (Ask Me Anything) the tables are turned as Marq Scheyder returns to interview Geoffrey D. Calhoun and dive deep into the writing process with a surprise script consultation on air with Geoffrey himself. Geoffrey discusses building routines, handling stress in storytelling, and managing feedback in the writing process. They also delve into the complexities of writing within genres, with Marq sharing his approach to an unconventional zombie script. This episode is packed with advice for screenwriters at all stages of their journey.
Takeaways:
Geoffrey D. Calhoun for more @screenwriterpod
Marq Scheyder @marqusls
#ScreenwritingTips #TheSuccessfulScreenwriter #WritingRoutine #GenreWriting #ScreenwritingContests #CoWriting #ScriptNotes
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Guest: Marq Scheyder, Screenwriter and Filmmaker
Summary:
In this insightful AMA (Ask Me Anything) the tables are turned as Marq Scheyder returns to interview Geoffrey D. Calhoun and dive deep into the writing process with a surprise script consultation on air with Geoffrey himself. Geoffrey discusses building routines, handling stress in storytelling, and managing feedback in the writing process. They also delve into the complexities of writing within genres, with Marq sharing his approach to an unconventional zombie script. This episode is packed with advice for screenwriters at all stages of their journey.
Takeaways:
- Routines: The importance of having writing routines, refining them, and staying disciplined to trigger the brain into writing mode.
- Organization: Using notebooks, apps, and legal pads to keep track of ideas, quotes, and information for future writing projects.
- Contests: Contests can matter but aren't the ultimate measure of success; it's about finding out where you fall with your peers.
- Feedback: Finding the right people for feedback and knowing when to stick to your guns versus taking suggestions.
- Co-Writing: The significance of chemistry with co-writers and knowing how to handle notes to serve the story, not the ego.
- 00:00 - Introduction to Marq Scheyder
- 00:22 - Developing a Writing Routine
- 03:06 - Building a Second Brain: Organizing Ideas
- 07:47 - Contests and the Writer’s Journey
- 29:50 - Sticking to Your Guns: Handling Feedback and Genre Expectations
Geoffrey D. Calhoun for more @screenwriterpod
Marq Scheyder @marqusls
#ScreenwritingTips #TheSuccessfulScreenwriter #WritingRoutine #GenreWriting #ScreenwritingContests #CoWriting #ScriptNotes
Explore Free Resources & Membership
👉 Visit TheSuccessfulScreenwriter.com for free tools, guides, and podcast extras.
Members unlock Virtual Geoffrey, the AI screenwriting assistant built to transform good drafts into great scripts.
Connect with Geoffrey
📸 Instagram: @screenwriterpod
▶️ YouTube: The Successful Screenwriter
If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe. Share it with a fellow screenwriter who’d find it valuable!