How to Create Script Sides for Film & TV [with Examples]

You, a production professional, know how to make script sides.The 2nd AD tells you, “Make script sides and distro when they’re done.” What are sides? How do you make them? What does distro mean? In this article, we’ll cover how to make script sides like a master. By the end, you’ll be ready to take… Continue reading How to Create Script Sides for Film & TV [with Examples]

Screenwriter Salary: How Much Do Screenwriters Really Make in 2023

You’ve heard stories about studios paying millions of dollars for scripts. Probably prompting the deserved question, “How much do screenwriters make?” Today, we’re going to take a look at the events that got the spec market to where it is today. But we’ve got the insider’s perspective, and we’ve done the research. You’ll leave this… Continue reading Screenwriter Salary: How Much Do Screenwriters Really Make in 2023

Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey: A Better Screenplay in 17 Steps

EssentialsOpen menu What is a Scene What is The Three Act Structure What is Story Structure What is a Story Beat What Is a Plot Plot vs Story What is a Non-Linear Plot What is a Plot Device What is Freytag’s Pyramid Screenplay StructureOpen menu Screenplay Structure Examples What is a Story Mountain Joseph Campbell’s… Continue reading Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey: A Better Screenplay in 17 Steps

The Complete Guide to Instagram Video Sizes & Formats (FREE Template)

Instagram videos are key to successful branding. But that also comes with its own challenges. Like … what’s the proper Instagram video size? What’s the best Instagram video format? What are Instagram video dimensions? In this post, we’ll go through each component of the Instagram video format and explain the best practices for the app.… Continue reading The Complete Guide to Instagram Video Sizes & Formats (FREE Template)

Ultimate Guide to Script Supervisors (FREE Script Supervisor Template)

Script DepartmentOpen menu Screenwriter Script Supervisors Ultimate Guide to Film Crew Positions We’ve all seen a continuity error in a film or noticed a plot hole at some point. The fact that you don’t see hundreds of them is because productions hire someone to pay attention to the details of a script. This person on… Continue reading Ultimate Guide to Script Supervisors (FREE Script Supervisor Template)

7 Best Script Writing Software for Professional Screenwriters

If you’re new to script writing, getting started can be a daunting task. Creating an accurately formatted screenplay requires scriptwriting software and some options out there can cost a bundle. We’ll take you through all the screenwriting software options, from free to a fortune, so you can decide which script software is best for you.Continue reading… Continue reading 7 Best Script Writing Software for Professional Screenwriters

15 Best Inciting Incident Examples for Screenwriters and Directors

EssentialsOpen menu What is a Scene What is The Three Act Structure What is Story Structure What is a Story Beat What Is a Plot Plot vs Story What is a Non-Linear Plot What is a Plot Device What is Freytag’s Pyramid Screenplay StructureOpen menu Screenplay Structure Examples What is a Story Mountain Joseph Campbell’s… Continue reading 15 Best Inciting Incident Examples for Screenwriters and Directors

What Does a Production Designer Do? A Crash Course with Examples

Art DepartmentOpen menu Art Director Production Designer Prop Master Prop Maker Storyboard Artist Concept Artist Scenic Artist Set Decorator Set Dresser Set Designer Weapons Master Ultimate Guide to Film Crew Positions Making a visually stunning film is no easy feat. The goal of a production designer is to immerse you in the world they have… Continue reading What Does a Production Designer Do? A Crash Course with Examples