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Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Let’s kick things off with a huge shoutout to everyone who has already jumped into this month’s Introduce Yourself Weekend. Thousands of creatives from around the world are connecting, sharing their stories, and building relationships that will lead to collaborations, opportunities, and lifelong friendships. If you haven’t yet made your introduction, you’ve still got time! Head over to the Introduce Yourself Lounge and say hello before the weekend wraps. Be bold....

Networking is too often associated with adjectives such as uncomfortable, artificial, or intimidating. However, there are concrete ways to change your mindset and navigate these situations effectively so it goes back to what it was originally intended for: creating and solidifying meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships, in your industry and beyond. 1) Think About Your Purpose As a film producer, I have always wanted to work with people from all over the world to make authentic fi...

Greetings, Stage 32 Creatives! The nights are long, the screams are louder, and the opportunities are blood-curdling good. Stage 32’s SUMMER HORROR PITCHFEST is here! I’m Geoffroy Faugerolas, your new Director of Development Services, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to invite you to what may be our most electrifying pitch event to date. Over the course of 3 thrilling days, we’re bringing you 19 powerhouse executives who are all actively seeking horror and thriller content for film and telev...

Stage 32 Certification recently concluded an impactful Production Accounting Certification Program in Pittsburgh, PA, training 20 aspiring production accountants to support major film and television projects, including Paramount’s Mayor of Kingstown. The program, designed to equip local talent with essential industry skills, marked a significant step in strengthening Pittsburgh’s growing reputation as a hub for film and television production. The initiative culminated in a 2-day in-person w...

Passion projects. We all have them. Or at least we all should, in my opinion. That one film that MUST get made, no matter what. Your very own Megalopolis, I don't care about the costs in time, effort, and tears, it's getting done kind of project. Well, I have one too. As a matter of fact, I'm in pre-production on it now as I write this. The good people at Stage 32 (Thank you, Ashley!) are indulging me to share my story in real time, of getting this made. So, without further ado, here is the firs...

It’s true that the writing sample is the most important part of any query letter. However, you need to spend some time making sure that the query letter is solid as well. First impressions matter, and you can rub agents the wrong way if your query letter isn’t up to snuff. Here are the 10 biggest mistakes screenwriters make when querying. 1. Using A Generic Greeting If you are submitting a query letter, address the agent properly by name in your greeting. It’s unprofessional to use a...

When you write with the beat in mind, actors lean in—and so do the people looking for scripts that play. Defining 'the Beat' One of the most common yet elusive concepts in the craft of creating films, series, and theater is the "beat." It's a term screenwriters, actors, and directors throw around freely, but its meaning often varies depending on who you ask. To make this foundational concept crystal clear and practical for screenwriters, let's explore its historical roots, common interpretati...

Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? Whether you’ve been writing, filming, editing, or simply dreaming up your next big idea, I’ve got some inspiring content to fuel your passion and keep you moving forward. So grab your coffee, and let’s dive in. This week’s featured video essay comes from FilmStack and takes a closer look at the quiet brilliance of Cillian Murphy. Most actors spend their careers chasing the spotlight. Cillian Murphy spent his time avoiding i...

I honestly believe the path to success is driven simply by action. It doesn’t matter how amazing/terrible you might be at something; without action, you won't experience any growth, and you won't progress towards your goals. Your dreams will never be realized and you’ll go through life always wondering what could’ve been. It’s not enough to want something in this life. Nobody is going to give you anything; you have to be willing to fight for i,t and you have to do so through action. Ideas are...

There are so many different aspects to your screenplay that will guarantee its success. A compelling story is one such aspect, but without interesting characters, the story will just fall flat. Here are some tips to help you write the best characters possible, and bring that story to life. 1. Make The Lead A Likable Person You may want to avoid this, as trying to make a character likable can often make the story dull and uninteresting. After all, if there's no one creating conflict, then the...