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What Is The Difference Between a Network, a Studio, and a Production Company?
What is a Network? A network is the corporate entity that airs the show. So, they don’t produce it, but they are the ones that...
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How to Start a Script
Aspiring screenwriters often ask about how to start a script. It’s a valid question, as starting a screenplay script can seem daunting. Michael Jamin, a...
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Are There Different Screenplay Formats
One thing that many aspiring and new screenwriters may get hung up on is the different screenplay formats. A screenplay format is a standardized way...
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How Do I Get Over Writer’s Block?
As an aspiring screenwriter, you may have experienced writer’s block at some point in your writing process. It’s that frustrating feeling of not being able...
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How to Break a Story?
Are you an emerging screenwriter who dreams of seeing your stories come alive on the screen, captivating audiences worldwide? The key to achieving this goal...
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How to Get the Industry to Read Your Screenplay
As an aspiring screenwriter, one of the biggest challenges you’ll face is getting the right people to read your screenplay. It can be frustrating to...
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6 Different Types of TV Show Assistants
How do you get your foot in the door in Hollywood? Discover why Michael Jamin suggests pursuing entry-level jobs such as a TV show assistant....
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What Do The Producer Titles for TV Writers Mean?
Learn who is in the writers’ room and what all of the different producer titles mean. If you want to be a screenwriter, you’ll definitely...
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What is a Writer’s Assistant?
Want to work in the TV industry one day? Discover how you can start your Hollywood career by becoming a writer’s assistant....
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What is the Job of an Office PA?
Getting into Hollywood is tough, but it is possible – especially for those who hustle. Learn what an Office PA is and how it might...
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Why TV Shows Don’t Cast Cats
Have you ever noticed that cats are often underrepresented on TV? While dogs may be a common sight on the small screen, cats are much...
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Struggling to Write Your Screenplay or Novel? Do This!
If you’re struggling to write your screenplay or novel, you’re not alone. Many writers go through writer’s block and feel stuck and unsure of what...
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Should Aspiring Screenwriters Enter Screenwriting Contests?
Aspiring screenwriters may wonder if entering screenwriting contests is a good way to advance their careers and get noticed in the industry. According to Hollywood...
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How to Write a Surprise Ending Like M. Night Shyamalan
In Michael Jamin’s online screenwriting courses, we learn about different types of writing styles. One popular way of writing is to add an element of...
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Screenwriters: Is Writing for Established Character Voices Hard?
Writing for established characters can be a challenging task for screenwriters. One of the main challenges is capturing the unique voice and mannerisms of these...
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Writing a TV Show Pilot Episode: What is a Premise Pilot?
A pilot episode is the first episode of a TV show that is used to sell the series to a network or streaming platform. The...
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Will Programs Like ChatGPT Make Screenwriters Obsolete?
In recent years, there has been a growing interest in artificial intelligence and its potential applications in various industries. One such application is the use...
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Working in TV & Movies: Film Industry Careers Outside of LA
If you want to work in the film industry, do you have to be in Hollywood? Yes and no – it completely depends on what...
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TV & Movie Careers Outside of LA: New Mexico Film Industry
The New Mexico film industry is thriving and growing, providing many career opportunities for those interested in working in the entertainment industry. In this article,...
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TV & Movie Careers Outside of LA: The Georgia Film Industry
While Georgia is well known for being the Peach State and home of good Southern hospitality, did you know that the film industry in Georgia...
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TV & Movie Careers Outside of LA: New York Film Production
While Los Angeles is often considered the center of the film and television industry, the New York film production scene offers many opportunities for those...
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TV & Movie Careers Outside of LA: Utah & The Sundance Film Festival
While Los Angeles is often thought of as the center of the film industry, there are many other locations and opportunities for those looking to...
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Why Do Writers Want To Be In The WGA?
The WGA (Writers Guild of America) is the labor union for working writers in film and television. There are two branches of that union, the...
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Writers Struggle Unnecessarily
Home→Archives→Screenwriting TipsYesterday, we discussed the number one reason writers fail. If you missed that article, read it here: https://michaeljamin.com/this-mistake-costs-talented-writers-their-careers/ Today, I wanted to address something...
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This Mistake Costs Talented Writers Their Careers
Home→Archives→Screenwriting TipsOver the past year, I’ve posted a new video clip for free on social media every single day. I’ve also fielded thousands of questions...
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Learn Screenwriting Online from a Working TV Writer
In my last lesson, we discussed what’s lacking in most online screenwriting courses. I also discussed the importance of understanding the definition of “story.” In...
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Should you write a spec script of the show you want to get staffed on?
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The biggest mistake most aspiring screenwriters make
The biggest mistake most aspiring screenwriters make is that they don’t unfold the story properly. I’ve been a professional television writer for 25 years. I’ve...
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How to Write a Script for a TV Show
For students who want to learn how to write a script for a TV show, there’s no better example to learn from than Sylvester Stallone’s...
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How to Write a TV Pilot Script
Before you learn how to write a TV pilot script, it’s important to understand the definition of “story.” The simplest explanation is this: a...
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Writing a Sitcom
Writing a sitcom a sitcom is very involved process. Even bad sitcoms require a ton of work. Many outsiders think it’s as simple as...
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How to Write a TV Show
For people who want to know how to write a TV show, it’s helpful to know one thing: At its core, every story is about...
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Screenwriting Classes Online
Here’s a question that all screenwriting classes online should be able to answer: How has the story of Jack and the Beanstalk remained a...
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Learn Screenwriting Online
For those who want to learn screenwriting online, the first step is to truly understand the definition of “story.” That was the discussion of my...
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Best online screenwriting program
The best online screenwriting programs aren’t taught by professional teachers or graduates with a Masters Degree in Screenwriting. Those kinds of screenwriting courses tend to...
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Best Script Writing Course for Beginners
There are a lot of script writing courses for beginners. I’ve seen a few of them, and they all have an amazing way of overcomplicating...
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Online Screenwriting Course from a Working TV Writer
There are a number of online screenwriting courses that promise to break down screenwriting for aspiring writers. Most of these courses aren’t taught by working...
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How to Break into Hollywood as a Screenwriter
As a TV writer and showrunner, people often ask me how to break into Hollywood. But that’s the wrong question to ask. Writers assume that...
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