SYS Podcast Episode 382: With Screenwriter Simon Barrett
This week Ashley Scott Meyers talks with prominent screenwriter Simon Barrett. In our frank interview, Simon Barrett talks about Seance (2021), a Horror movie he wrote and directed and about…
SYS Podcast Episode 361: With Writer/Director Shawn Linden
This week Ashley Scott Meyers talks with Filmmaker Shawn Linden. They talk about Hunter Hunter (2020), the Horror/Thriller movie Shawn Linden wrote and directed which stars Devon Sawa and Camille…
SYS Podcast Episode 361: With Writer/Director Shawn Linden (transcript)
This is a transcript of SYS Podcast Episode 361: With Writer/Director Shawn Linden.
How to deal with a potential agent who wants to represent you
One of the services I offer is an email / fax blast service to agents and managers. A member who recently used the service found an agent who would like…
Getting an agent when you have an offer on the table
I got this question recently: “Regarding whether or not to get an agent…If I get a purchase or option offer from a producer isn’t it a good idea to contact…
Submitting your script through an agent or manager
I got this question recently: “I have found through my years of sales that selling over the phone is one of my greatest attributes. I love it. I find myself…
Does your agent get a commission when you found the deal?
A lot of the questions I get from fellow screenwriters are through Twitter. If you don’t already use Twitter you should seriously think about joining. It’s free and easy. It’s…
Am I only allowed one agent? Should I get one for both the U.S and Britain (where I’m based)?
I’ve never heard of a screenwriter having two agents – meaning different agents at different agencies. Typically larger agencies have offices in different cities and countries so if you’re with…
Are there any agents out there that will look at a treatment?
GJ Meyer said: I’m new to screenplays but I’ve been writing stories in the form of police investigations for 20 years. My audience has been the DA, defense attorneys and…