I'm bored right now, so I'm curious to hear everyone's thoughts on what's the best way to get your work represented, optioned, and sold? I've been trying a lot of methods throughout the years including inkTip, the Blacklist, querying production companies, and directly emailing producers and directors. I've had a few hits every now and than, but nothing concrete. Is there some secret I don't know about, or do I just have to keep trying?
Screenwriting : Best way to get your work sold? by Ian Wolfe
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Hey, Ian Wolfe. Keep trying. My biggest tip is network/build relationships (on Stage 32, on other platforms, and in person). It could lead to script requests, meeting requests, etc. Here are some blogs on networking: www.stage32.com/blog/tags/networking-41
And Stage 32 has in-person Meetups that are great for networking (www.stage32.com/meetups). If you don't see a Meetup in your area, you could start your own.
Something I do to pitch my scripts is post pages in the Your Stage Lounge (www.stage32.com/lounge/promotion), on Twitter/X, and on Instagram, like First Page Friday, Third Page Thursday, and Sneak Peek Sunday. I post loglines and script posters with the pages. Sometimes I post short pitches (like two-word pitches and three-word pitches) on social media.
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Thanks! I'll give those all a shot and see where it goes!
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You're welcome, Ian Wolfe. Hope they help and you sell your scripts!