Hello, my name is Antonio Ingram. I am just starting as an screen writer and was hoping that I can a little help. I am at the stage where I have two agencies, Global Talent Representatives and Stellar model and Talent agency reading my script and one agency reading my treatment, Talent source. The issue is it has been about two weeks now and with me being a, "unknown screenwriter" have know idea when they will get back to me. the good news is that within these two weeks there is consistent talk between Stellar model and Talent agency and I. The agent has a reader that reads the scripts and that is really what I am waiting on. Is there any kind of way anyone can help me get more buzz or maybe get the approval of an industry person that will help entice the agent and the reader to want to read my script so I can be represented by them and have my scripts sold. please if you could help me it would be most helpful. I have twenty four scripts lined up to right and ready to get my career started. If there is something anyone can do I would most appreciated. Thank you for reading and I will place at the bottom the pitches that entice the agency to want to read the script. The Teenage Preacher, a faith-based drama feature about a 15-year-old beginning pastor, Lloyd Leroy Brandon Jr. that wants to change his urban high school around for the better. But that may be impossible with Terrible T and his gang members against him. The Tale of Denzel and Isabella, a romance/drama about Denzel, a notorious assassin in 1960's Brazil that is stagnant of killing his target Isabella, the daughter of a coffee mogul but love at first sight changes fate as their tale unfolds.
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From what you say above, Antonio you have two agents still in communication with you. It's a matter of asking the right questions at the right time. If you can arrange a short meeting face to face, I find that always helps, instead of over the phone. Even if it's a very short meeting. Remember they are busy too. Always be professional and clearly explain to them what you want to know. Before the meeting just give them a short list (two questions) of things you want to discuss. You'd be surprised how much you cover based on this. Also remember they have their protocols. Drawing up contracts takes time. If it's a standard contract, which as a 'new comer' it probably will be. Get your lawyer to check it out and make amendments to any clause you feel you'd like to change. Just be realistic in what you ask for. I hope this helps. Just keep the communication going and best of luck.
Thank you sir, I appreciate the advice I will definitely keep that in mind.
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i love your stories. can you message me the websites u got your agents from please i am seeking representation as well
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Hey I am sending again because I think it got erased by me when I edited but thank you and wish you the best with these agencies and with your acting career. Here you go. www.talentsource.com www.stellartalentagency.com www.globaltalentreps.com
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My pleasure Antonio. Best of luck with your work.
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Hi Antonio. I want to remind you of something Syd Field taught me: Agents take 10% of your income, so given that you are lucky enough to have the option to choose from three companies, my suggestion is that you become a member (if you are not already) of IMDb Pro and research not only the agency, but the individual agents, the people they represent and the kind of projects they produce (some agents do both). Good luck!
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Thank you for the advice and god bless you for spreading ever welcoming wisdom.
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This may sound obvious, but sure your script is the best you can make it. (get lots of objective and knowledgeable feedback - and have a table read). Next, I'd get a little out of the box and explore how social media could be used to raise awareness for your story. If you've gotten some good feedback from some savvy people, see if they will at least share links or leave comments on their Facebook pages. If a buzz gets going, the agencies will want to talk to you!
Thank you for the advice and god bless you for spreading wisdom and I wish you the best on your endeavors as well.
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Well here is my advice. There are plenty of literary agencies out there who charge a fee to have your script read by a reader. I work for two of them so I know all about it. Even scripts that writers put through to agents come across my desk for feedback and improvements. I even read scripts that were already sold and in pre-production. That is just to give you an idea of how long scripts get circulated around. For first time writers, I always tell them to submit to a festival because producers look there for hot scripts. The festivals hire readers like myself to read the tons of submissions they get. My job is to find something that will sell or can be fixed to sell all while giving you feedback on your story. But you must be prepared. I would take a creative writing class first before taking a screenwriting class so you understand character and structure. But whatever you do, never put your pitches out there for anyone to read. People steal ideas all the time. And be sure that your script has no flaws even if you have to hire a script reader to check your work before you submit because like I said, we are the ones who pass or fail you.
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I have to agree with Ms. Tinsley and Mr. Marshall, entirely. On all counts. Good luck to you, Mr. Ingram! You can do it!
Mr. Marshall I never spent any money, what I meant by I am just starting is that I have two done scripts and have perfected them because during the past eight months of working on them I was also being educated in English writing/creative writing where I was developing my script as well as the elements to them. I sent those agencies query letters and they liked and asked to read my script. Also these agencies are on the screen writers guild list. I truly appreciate the advice though and will keep it in mind. God bless all of you for caring enough to share your wisdom to me.