If we haven’t met yet, I’m the Development Services Executive Coordinator here at Stage 32. I work directly with writers and executives to help identify projects that align with specific creative mandates—so if you’re a storyteller, I love connecting with you!
Before joining Stage 32, I was the Motion Picture Literary Coordinator at Buchwald Talent and Agency (where I like to say I earned my “master’s”), and prior to that, I was at Circle of Confusion. I’m a graduate of CSUN’s Film School, where I studied Screenwriting in the Cinema and Television Arts program and minored in Pop Culture Studies—so if you love high-low culture, I’m your gal!
Born and raised in Southern California, I grew up immersed in the energy of the film industry, and I’m also a member of Women in Film LA (which has a great partnership with Stage 32—let me know if you’re a member too!).
In my free time, I love watching films, reading, doomscrolling, and I’ve recently gotten into podcasts.
It’s always great meeting people in this community and learning from all of you. Looking forward to connecting!
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Hi Sam, Would you explain "identify projects that align with specific creative mandates" in more depth. Thx, jim
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Hi Sam Rivera, happy IYW! It’s great to see you and having you with us always with good news for the writers’ room.
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Hello Sam Rivera, your commitment to filmmaking and to this community is appreciated.Enjoy the rest of your weekend.
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I am a storyteller. Ello Sam.
Your job sounds interesting - wonder if there's something similar here in England :D (desperately looking for a new job! Amidst my potential screenwriting career...)
Nice to meet you, Sam Rivera. Cheers.
Happy Introduce Yourself Weekend, Sam Rivera! =)