While Los Angeles is often thought of as the center of the film industry, there are many other locations and …
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 …
Writers Struggle Unnecessarily
Home→Posts→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, …
This Mistake Costs Talented Writers Their Careers
Home→Posts→Screenwriting TipsOver the past year, I’ve posted a new video clip for free on social media every single day. I’ve …
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 …
Should you write a spec script of the show you want to get staffed on?
Aspiring writers often ask me if they should write a spec script of the show they want to get staffed …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Writing a Sitcom
Writing a sitcom a sitcom is very involved process. Even bad sitcoms require a ton of work. Many outsiders …