Screenwriting

Welcome back! In the first part of this blog series (which you can find by clicking HERE), we explored how journaling can help you organize your thoughts, break through creative blocks, and unlock new ideas. Now, let’s dive into some practical ways to get started with journaling and turn your newfound inspiration into tangible creative projects. Practical Tips for Starting a Creative Journal Start Small and Stay Consistent When you first start journaling, it can be tempting to try to writ...

Hey friends! The ONLY Female Driven Screenplay Contest in the World is Back!  Ever dreamt of seeing your female driven script come to life on the big screen or streaming on flat-screens in living rooms across the country? This is your chance to turn that dream into reality! Our Grand Prize Winner will win a Career Accelerator prize package valued at $5,000 that includes script & career development, writer branding and an education package and will be flown to LA to meet industry professional...

Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? I have some content here for you that is sure to get the creative juices flowing, so grab your coffee, and let's dive in. Whether you’re building worlds on set or crafting the story that brings them to life, the journey of a creative is all about transforming ideas into reality. This week’s Coffee & Content is here to inspire and empower you to tackle those challenges head-on. First up, in this fantastic video, Adam Savag...

Does the divisive and often volatile environment in which we live cause you to pause in your writing endeavors? Do you hesitate? Do you feel restricted and unable to explore diverse or controversial themes? Or maybe you find that access to truthful information is so difficult to come by and discern that it has stifled the authenticity of your own voice. Does the little thumbs-up or thumbs-down emoji strike fear in you, making you worry that you might lose supporters—often those whose loyalty is...

Happy Thursday, Creative Army! As many of you already know, Stage 32 Certification has been bringing new film commissions, institutes, colleges, streamers, and other organizations into the mix on a consistent basis. This week we’re thrilled to welcome the Pittsburgh Film Office to Stage 32 Certification! The Pittsburgh Film Office and Stage 32 are excited to partner to bring Certification opportunities to creative professionals in the Pittsburgh, PA area. This is their chance to get certifie...

Last year, I watched a YouTube video interview with a working screenwriter who said it took him ten years to make a feature film. What a coincidence; that’s how long it took me to make a deal for Purgatory Station, recently released on Amazon Prime, Fandango, and Tubi. And when I say a feature, I don’t mean a microbudget indie that plays on the festival circuit. I mean a film with a legitimate distributor that gets it onto proven streaming networks. At the risk of immodesty, this was a goal I wo...

Happy Tuesday, Stage 32 Community! Our Stage 32 Team has been working diligently to bring in new educational and mentoring resources and opportunities to this fantastic community! This January, you'll have the chance to learn from knowledgeable industry executives, award-winning writers, producers, directors, cinematographers, coaches, consultants, authors, actors, and representatives. Impressive creative professionals who have worked on or represented such projects as JOY RIDE, NOW YOU SE...

As a creative, you’re likely familiar with the constant flow of ideas and concepts that rush through your mind. At times, it feels like you’re drowning in them—frustrated, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to bring them all together. Perhaps you’ve tried to focus but found that your thoughts remain fragmented. This is a challenge nearly all creators face at some point. But here’s the good news: journaling is an incredibly powerful tool that can help you organize, refine, and develop these scattered...

Happy Holidays, Stage 32 Community! We hope everyone had an excellent time with family, food, and friends! It’s that time again, everyone! This is our monthly salute to just some of the fantastic members here at Stage 32 who have achieved some success in this past month. Highlighting these milestones never gets old. We truly, truly enjoy celebrating the successes of these hard-working creatives, it’s why we do what we do at Stage 32. We are very aware of the the passion and effort you all p...

Happy New Year, Creative Army! Hope you all had a terrific holiday season and are now ready to launch into 2025! Those of you who have been around the site for a while know that on New Year's Day, we utilize the Stage 32 Blog to discuss and share our plans for the coming year. So... What are you looking to accomplish in 2025? What are your creative goals? What skills are you looking to learn? What fears are you looking to overcome? What strategies are you planning on implementing...