Scripts & Scribes

We speak with Lit Manager Jeff Portnoy of Bellevue Productions about how a writer knows they’re ready for representation, why he recommends screenplay competitions and fellowships, how long it can take to break a new screenwriter and much more. *More with Jeff on Patreon for donors:  https://www.patreon.com/posts/36208260

We talk to TV writer/producer (THE ROOKIE, HAWAII 5-O, CHICAGO FIRE), co-founder of #PayUpHollywood and keeper of the #WGAStaffingBoost grid, Liz Alper about making the jump from assistant to writer/producer, what it’s like being a new staff writer on your first show, being mentored as a staff writer by a more senior writer and […]

In this engaging chat, Kate Sharp, a literary manager and producer at Bellevue Productions, shares her journey from film student to industry expert. She discusses the distinctions between breaking writers and writer-directors, emphasizing the importance of compatible relationships in representation. Kate also dives into the benefits and drawbacks of virtual pitchfests, and champions the need for diverse, female-driven narratives. Listen in for her insights on finding fresh writing talent and navigating the complexities of the global filmmaking landscape.

We talk to Family Guy Executive Producer, Patrick Meighan about who his favorite Family Guy character is to write for, his new comic book series “She Kills”, what Seth McFarlane smells like and much more.

We talk to Jeanne Veillette Bowerman, Editor & Chief of Script Magazine, Senior Editor of Writers Digest, and Co-Founder of the weekly Twitter Screenwriters Chat, about the best decisions you can make on your path to becoming a screenwriter.

We speak to screenwriter Ian Shorr, writer on CBS’s Training Day and the upcoming films 10-31 and Infinite. Hear about how the film Infinite staring Mark Wahlberg came into production and the incredibly unique path Ian took to become a career screenwriter.

Once again we speak with frequent guest John Zaozirny, founder of literary management and production company Bellevue Productions. Hear about what managers look for in clients and what types of screenplays are currently selling in the industry in this highly focused and informative discussion.

Lit Manager Daniel Seco of Schemers Entertainment joins the podcast to chat about why he loves representing writers, what characteristics a dream client has, why you probably shouldn’t cold call lit reps looking for representation, why writers should try to land a manager before an agent and much more.

The Simpsons and School of Rock writer/producer, Jay Kogen joins the show to chat about how The Simpsons writers seem to predict the future, working on multicam shows vs. single cam, live action vs. animation, narrative comedy vs. sketch shows, jokes that somehow never made the air, how to sell yourself as a writer and […]

We talk to Girl Meets World writer/producer Mark Blutman about how the television landscape has changed in the past few years, advice and tips on pitching, how social media has removed the barrier between show creators and fans, the day hockey legend Wayne Gretzky scored eleven goals on him and much more.