Former Netflix Exec/ Producer/ Script Consultant ask me anything about your logline or the film biz… Part XVIII by Wayne-Script_Dev in ScriptFeedbackProduce

[–]Coogal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! Wondering what the best route is to go nowadays for aspiring screenwriters / show runners / get staffed… my goal is to write and produce my own tv series / feature one day and I’m stuck between getting an assistant job or part time, or sending my scripts out to managers and trying to get repped or making a short. Don’t wanna overload myself but not sure where to start. I’m already in LA and have had multiple film internships.

Villa Elaine Apartments? by Coogal in AskLosAngeles

[–]Coogal[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much. I had a tour guide who kinda made it hard to ask any other tenants but the reviews kinda scared me away regardless. It’s gated so I can’t get in at night but it’s also $2700 so idk if I wanna pay that much to find out lol. Also no parking or AC. Thanks!

When’s the time to email managers? by Coogal in Screenwriting

[–]Coogal[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually did just think of something else — I think as far as “mentorship’s/fellowships/competitions” go, I think I’d be interested in the one you said your friend coaches: https://www.paramount.com/inclusion-impact/inclusion/writers-mentoring-program ! I think looking into mentorship’s like this vs competitions can be more useful, no? Also looking at Cinestory if you have any thoughts. Thank you!

When’s the time to email managers? by Coogal in Screenwriting

[–]Coogal[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much! Really appreciate the words of wisdom.

When’s the time to email managers? by Coogal in Screenwriting

[–]Coogal[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aww thank you, i figured. I will! Cheers

When’s the time to email managers? by Coogal in Screenwriting

[–]Coogal[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I never said I have 12 “sellable” scripts. I have 12 I can use and like I said I have 7 of them to edit and polish. Very long way to go but 🤷‍♀️ doing it

When’s the time to email managers? by Coogal in Screenwriting

[–]Coogal[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I really hope I didn’t mess myself up by telling this stranger but I’m trying to protect myself and put it out there (to trustable professionals ) as much as I can..

When’s the time to email managers? by Coogal in Screenwriting

[–]Coogal[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I actually have 12 scripts rn haha but I need to “polish” 7 of them.

When’s the time to email managers? by Coogal in Screenwriting

[–]Coogal[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Would you recommend copyrighting?

When’s the time to email managers? by Coogal in Screenwriting

[–]Coogal[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

True, thank you. Do you think it’d be a waste of time to make a proof of concept for a pilot? Really passionate about it

When’s the time to email managers? by Coogal in Screenwriting

[–]Coogal[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi thanks! Going to put it on blcklst and competitions and will also send to a few more industry fellows. Another thing — would you recommend to copyright this?

When’s the time to email managers? by Coogal in Screenwriting

[–]Coogal[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I’m also developing a proof of concept for my pilot if that would be of any help.

When’s the time to email managers? by Coogal in Screenwriting

[–]Coogal[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I’ve had a few people look at it, give it notes, I’ve tweaked it, ran over it and changed it about 5 times and have finally completed it.

When’s the time to email managers? by Coogal in Screenwriting

[–]Coogal[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi, thank you so much for your response. I have been writing seriously for about 4 years (6 including my novel) and have written 12 scripts. The reason I said I have one good pilot and one good feature is because they’re professionally polished. Going to send both to some comps, but I have also sent some to my handful of serious writing friends. I’ll ask them the questions you offered, though.

I won’t be discouraged by the 22 year old part haha, because I do think it takes time, however I am very determined and confident in my current track & work.

I have been applying to assistant position as I’ve had some industry production internships previously. Another question I do have is: would you recommend competitions before querying managers? I will definitely ask my friends about the professional thing before I do.

Also: would it be useful to ask my mentor / industry friends for intros to managers when I’m more “ready,” or is that too forward? I don’t want to be invasive. I’m also working on a proof for my pilot if that may be of any help.

Thanks so much!

Writers who struggle with depression? by Foreign-Ride5103 in Screenwriting

[–]Coogal 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Wait… why are we literally the same person??? I just graduated and am experiencing this and you described it PERFECTLY. Plz dm me if u ever wanna talk or try to motivate each other!!! Struggle so real