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Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingMake a Short Film in 21 Days | Filmmaking February ChallengeJoin the Make a Short Film in 21 Days Challenge here đ https://www.skool.com/screenwriting-1697/plansIf youâve been saying âI want to make a short film somedayâ âmake that someday this February. đŹInside the Screenwriting Success Club, weâre doing ađȘ Make a Short Film in 21 Days Challenge đȘđ
February 12 â March 5Youâll have 21 days (which is more than enough time) to create a short film from start to finish.đŻ IMPORTANT: You must be a Premium member to participateđđđ JOIN THE PREMIUM PLAN HERE:đ„ https://www.skool.com/screenwriting-1697/plansđ„ Film Requirements (Only 3!)To keep this fun, creative, and doable, there are only three rules:Max 3 charac...
2026-01-2501 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingHow to Write a Logline That Actually Sells Your ScreenplayIn this episode, we break down how to write a logline that actually sells your screenplay â to producers, managers, agents, contests, and pitch rooms.This video is pulled from a live group meeting inside the Screenwriting Success Club, where writers learn how to write, finish, and sell their scripts.đ Join the Screenwriting Success Club on Skoolđ https://www.skool.com/screenwriting-1697/aboutWhether youâre writing a feature film, TV pilot, short film, or preparing for contests and fellowships, your logline is often the first â and only â thing people read. This episode will help you make it co...
2026-01-2408 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingGrateful 10 Episode â Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting (2025)The Grateful 10 Episode â Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting (2025)In this special gratitude-themed episode, screenwriters and actors reflect on the creative wins, unexpected breakthroughs, and personal growth that shaped their year. The entertainment industry can be unpredictableâlong waits, stalled momentum, sudden surprisesâbut today weâre focusing on the moments that made it all worthwhile.Featuring:Gloria Garayua, Gloria Tsai, Elena Dizon, and Jordan ImiolaWhether youâre a working writer or just beginning your screenwriting journey, these stories of gratitude, resilience, and artistic evolution will inspire you to appreciate your own creative path.In Th...
2025-11-2651 min
Screenwriters Talk Screenwritingđ„ Black Friday: 70% Off Screenwriting Success Club â This Month Onlyđ„ Black Friday: 70% Off Screenwriting Success Club â This Month Only @ â https://www.skool.com/screenwriting/aboutâ Want to finally write your movie? The Screenwriting Success Club gives you the structure, accountability, and expert guidance to finish your script.Premium Plan includes:Weekly group meetingsScript marketing sessionsMonthly writing challengesFull access to on-demand courses and pro interviewsVIP Plan includes everything in Premium plus:Two monthly 1-on-1 coaching callsLive table reads with professional actorsQuarterly group coursesBlack F...
2025-11-1600 min
Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting10 Steps to Writing a Horror Movie (Using A Quiet Place, Alien, Jaws & More)Want to get Scary Good at screenwriting? đ»In this episode of Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting, Jordan Imiola breaks down 10 steps to writing a horror movie â with examples from A Quiet Place, Alien, Jaws, Scream, Friday the 13th, Childâs Play, A Nightmare on Elm Street, Insidious, Psycho, and more.Learn How To Write a Horror Movie with the Horror Movie Writing Course inside the Screenwriting Success Clubâ https://www.skool.com/screenwriting/aboutIf youâre serious about becoming a better screenwriter, join the Screenwriting Success Club, where writers finish scripts faster, get feedback, and learn h...
2025-10-2811 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingWrite a Christmas Movie in 45 Days - Starts Nov. 5thJoin Now to Guarantee your Spot đ https://www.skool.com/screenwriting/aboutđ Write a Christmas Movie in 45 Days starts Wednesday, November 5th! Join screenwriter and producer Jordan Imiola (writer of the award-winning Christmas movie, Christmas Staycation) and a supportive community of writers as we write a brand-new Christmas movie â just 2 pages a day â and have a finished 90-page holiday feature before Christmas! Inside the Screenwriting Success Club, youâll also get:â
On-demand screenwriting courses for beginners and prosâ
Weekly writing sessionsâ
Table reads with pro actorsâ
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2025-10-1900 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingFrom Rick and Morty to Loki Showrunner - Michael Waldron interviewMichael Waldron shares how he went from being a production assistant on Community and Rick and Morty to becoming the showrunner of Loki and creator of Heels. And eventually creating the new show, Chad Powers.Hosts Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, and Rund Shami talk with Michael about:Breaking into Hollywood from the ground upHow Rick and Morty shaped his writing voiceBalancing character and spectacle in LokiThe challenges (and rewards) of running your own TV showMichaelâs journey is a masterclass in perseverance and pa...
2025-10-1736 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingScript Coverage ExplainedWhat is script coverage, and how can it help (or hurt) your screenwriting career? In this episode of Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting, Jordan Imiola and David Wingert dive deep into the world of professional script notes â from studio coverage to film festivals to todayâs shifting industry.Between the two of them, they've worked on all sides of coverage: reading scripts, receiving notes, and now helping writers find better, more supportive options. David has read for Final Draft, Coverfly, SlamDance, Paramount, Austin Film Festival, and more. Together, we break down:đŹ What coverage really is and why it mattersđ What studio readers an...
2025-09-171h 11
Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting48 Hour Film Project Q&A: Tips, Wins, and Cannes + Filmapalooza StoriesđŹ Ever wondered what itâs like to make a film in just 48 hours? In this episode of Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting, we dive into the world of the 48 Hour Film Project â the international filmmaking challenge where thousands of teams race the clock to write, shoot, and edit a movie in a single weekend.Join Jordan Imiola, Maria Braun, Jordan Lemu, Lillith Crimi, Justin Zelli, and Ryan Zunner as we talk about the highs and lows of the process, the creativity it sparks, and what happens when your film makes it to Filmapalooza â and even to the Cannes Film Festival.
2025-08-281h 04Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingHOW I MET YOUR MOTHER & CRAZY-EX GIRLFRIEND Writers, Doug Mand & Dan Gregor on Comedy Writing & Hollywood CareersđŹ Want to break into TV or film comedy?Meet Doug Mand & Dan Gregor â the powerhouse writing duo behind Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, How I Met Your Mother, Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers, and more!In this hilarious and insightful episode of Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting, Doug and Dan share:â
How they broke into Hollywood and built lasting writing careersâ
Secrets to writing sharp, character-driven comedy that stands outâ
Tips for pitching projects and winning over executivesâ
Stories (and lessons) from hit shows and features â including what they'd do differentlyâ
How to collaborate as a writing team an...
2025-07-0255 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingSitcom Secrets with FRASIER and LIFE IN PIECES Writer Joe Cristalli đŹTV comedy writer Joe Cristalli (co-creator of the Frasier revival, Perfect Harmony, Life in Pieces) joins Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, and Rund Shami to talk about his sitcom career, breaking in, and what itâs really like writing TV comedy in todayâs industry. If you're a screenwriter or comedy lover, donât miss this fun and insightful episode!đ Want to write your own script this summer?Join Jordanâs 12-Week Group Course:https://jordanimiola.thinkific.com/đŹ New to screenwriting? Start here:Write a Movie in 14 Days Coursehttps://jordanimiola.thinkific.com/âïž...
2025-06-1851 min
Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting10 Comedy Writing Tips from Friends, The Office, Seinfeld, and MoreIâm sharing 10 of my favorite Comedy Writing Tips I've learned from watching too much TV ("Friends," "It's Always Sunny," "The Office," etc.) and from comedy books, comedy courses, and comedy experience that helped me become a comedy writer. If you want to learn Comedy Writing & Production, check out my Comedy Course about Comedy. đ â https://jordanimiola.thinkific.com/courses/comedy-writing-productionâ Itâs packed with 33 Comedy Tips in total, with examples from:â Friendsđ€ Seinfeldđ The Officeđș I Love Lucyâïž Itâs Always Sunny in Philadelphiađ© The...
2025-05-2808 minScreenwriters Talk ScreenwritingWrite Your Screenplay This Summer â 12-Week Course with Jordan Imiolađ Enroll now: â https://jordanimiola.thinkific.com/courses/write-your-screenplay-this-summer-courseđ„Finish your movie script in 12 weeks with a Screenwriting Course designed to help you go from idea to full screenplay, even if youâve never written before.đŹ Ready to finally write that movie thatâs been living in your head? Join award-winning screenwriter Jordan Imiola for a fun, focused, and fully guided 12-week summer screenwriting course starting June 26, 2025!How it works:đ 12 weekly Zoom sessionsđ Weekly writing goals (10 pages/week)đ Screenwriting tools + structure lessonsâïž Learn structure with examples from movies like Ho...
2025-05-1701 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingHow to Write Comedy and Create Content with No BudgetTake my Comedy Writing & Production Course đ https://jordanimiola.thinkific.com/courses/comedy-writing-productionâïž Create your own comedy content â even if you're broke, busy, or just starting out!In this episode of Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting, host Jordan Imiola breaks down how to brainstorm and create hilarious comedy with no money and no gatekeepers. Whether youâre building a sketch, sitcom, web series, or indie film â this episode gives you the tools to just start.đ„ Perfect for:Comedy writers figuring out what to write aboutIndie filmmakers who want to actually shoot somethingSketch crea...
2025-04-3009 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingMichael Jamin - Writing KING OF THE HILL, JUST SHOOT ME, MARON, & More! Michael Jamin, a veteran TV writer with credits on King of the Hill, Just Shoot Me, Maron, Wilfred, Tacoma FD, Rules of Engagement, and more, shares his journey and expert advice! đșâïž Michael takes us behind the scenes of the TV writing process, breaking down what it takes to create hilarious, character-driven scripts. This interview is packed with insight, laughs, and must-know industry tips! Want to become a TV writer? Donât miss these expert tips from a writer whoâs been there and done it! đ„đ„ đ More screenwriting tips at www.jordanimiola.com âïž Take a screenwri...
2025-04-0845 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingCheryl Chase (RUGRATS) Talks Writing & Creating Her Web Series, SCHMIDTI'S CIRCUITJordan talks with his client, friend, and legendary voiceover actress, Cheryl Chase known for Angelica Pickles in RUGRATS, as well as contributing to classics like THE REN & STIMPY HOW and ADAMS FAMILY VALUES. Now, Cheryl embarks on a new adventure with her upcoming web series, SCHMIDTI'S CIRCUIT!Support Schmidti's Circuit on Kickstarter: đ https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/schmidtiscircuit/schmidtis-circuitCheryl showcases her talents as a creator, actress, and screenwriter. In this episode of SCREENWRITERS TALK SCREENWRITING, Cheryl discusses her transition from voice acting to screenwriting, sharing insights into developing original content. With guidance from screenwriting coac...
2025-03-1930 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingTV Sitcom Writing with THE NEIGHBORHOOD's Malik SWant to break into TV sitcom writing? In this episode of Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting, we dive into the art of crafting hilarious TV comedy with Malik S., a sitcom writer on the hit CBS show The Neighborhood! Not only does Malik bring the laughs in the writersâ room, but he also plays the character Tre on the show. As a stand-up comedian, he knows how to write and deliver comedy that landsâand heâs sharing his best tips on writing funny dialogue, punch-ups, and building comedic moments that keep audiences hooked. In this episode, you'll...
2025-03-1134 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingCreating a TV Show | ON CALL TV Creators Tim Walsh & Elliot WolfBringing a TV show to life is a long roadâand for On Call creators Elliot Wolf and Tim Walsh, it was a five-year journey to get their gripping half-hour police drama on the air. Now a breakout series on Amazon, On Call has captivated audiences with its fast-paced storytelling, real-time format, and nail-biting action. In this episode of Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting, Tim Walsh and Elliot Wolf reveal the challenges, victories, and behind-the-scenes process of creating and showrunning On Call. They share how they navigated the industry, developed the showâs unique structure with EP, Dick Wolf, and ul...
2025-03-0444 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingCOBRA KAI Writer, Mattea Greene Talks TV Writing, Breaking In, and Crafting Badass EpisodesMattea Greene has been kicking ass in the Cobra Kai writers' room since Season 2, rising from writerâs assistant and script coordinator to Executive Story Editor for Season 6. In this conversation, she shares her journey from breaking into TV writing to crafting fan-favorite episodes like Season 3's âThe Good, the Bad, and the Badassâ. Get exclusive behind-the-scenes insights into the Cobra Kai writers' room, hear how Mattea approaches character arcs and epic fight scenes, and learn her top advice for aspiring TV writers. Whether you're a die-hard Cobra Kai fan or an emerging screenwriter, this episode is packed...
2025-02-1841 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingDEXTER: Original Sin TV Writers, Alex Franklin & Marc MuszynskiWe welcome back TV writers (and now TV producers) Alex Franklin and Marc Muszynski to talk about Dexter: Original Sin, the highly anticipated prequel to the iconic Showtime series. Alex and Marc give exclusive behind-the-scenes details about the Dexter TV writing process, the challenges of crafting a compelling origin story, and how they approached developing a younger version of the infamous Dexter Morgan. We discuss casting, including Patrick Gibson, Christian Slater, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and the new cast members. They go over character evolution and the creative choices that shaped the series and share invaluable insights into...
2025-02-1147 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingTV Writing with DEXTER: New Blood Writers, Alex Franklin and Marc MuszynskiDexter: New Blood required a team of talented storytellers. Enter Alex Franklin and Marc MuszynskiâTV writers who played a crucial role in crafting the next chapter of Dexter Morganâs dark and twisted journey. In this episode of Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting, hosts, Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, and Rund Shami sit down with Alex and Marc to talk about their experience as staff writers on Dexter: New Blood. They share what it was like stepping into the world of the legendary crime drama, working alongside showrunner Clyde Phillips, and helping shape the story that brought Dexter back to ou...
2025-02-1154 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingMy Top 7 Tips for Writing DialogueLetâs talk dialogue. In this episode, Iâm sharing MY TOP 7 TIPS for Writing Dialogue to help you write dialogue thatâs snappy, natural, and full of personality. Ever written a scene and thought, Wow, this sounds like two robots reading a script? Weâve all been there. But donât worryâIâve got you covered! So, grab your coffee, hit play, and letâs make your dialogue shine! đŹđ„ Listen to Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you Podcast. #Screenwriting #WritingDialogue #ScreenwritingTips
2025-02-0411 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingComedy Writing with HORRIBLE BOSSES Screenwriter, Michael MarkowitzIn this episode of Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting, we sit down with Michael Markowitz, the writer of the hit comedy Horrible Bosses and a longtime TV comedy writer known for Duckman and Becker. Michael dives into his journey from stand-up to studio features, shares wild stories from the writersâ room, and offers sharp insights into what makes comedy work on the page and on the screen.If you're looking to write comedy that stands out, or just want to laugh while learning from one of the best, this conversation is for you.Hosted by...
2025-01-1537 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingSNL Writer, Hugh FinkQ&A with Hugh Fink known for his writing on Saturday Night Live, Last Comic Standing, The Drew Carey Show, The Showbiz Show with David Spade, The WGA Awards, and much more. A replay of the first episode of the Deadline Junkies Screenwriting Podcast hosted by Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, and Rund Shami. #SaturdayNightLive #SNL
2025-01-0745 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingChristmas Movie Screenwriter ReplayA Replay from the Christmas Movie Screenwriter Podcast. Screenwriter Jordan Imiola discusses his successes with Christmas movies, connecting with producers, turbo-charging your productivity, and the pros and cons of paid screenwriting services. Whether youâre a seasoned screenwriter or just starting, this podcast offers actionable insights to help you succeed in the merry marketplace of Christmas scripts.
2024-12-1834 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingTable Reads Episode - How to do a Table Read for Your ScriptScreenwriter Jordan Imiola goes over how to do a table read for your script with your friends or professional actors and what to expect after that table read.Â
2024-12-1015 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingThe Grateful 10 Episode - Screenwriters and Actors Get GratefulScreenwriters and Actors Marisa Dzintars, Gloria Garayua, Jordan Imiola, Gloria Tsai, and David Wingert talk about what they're grateful for in their careers over the past 10 years.Â
2024-11-2648 min
Screenwriters Talk ScreenwritingHow I Sold My First ScreenplayJordan Imiola talks about his first screenplay sale, from crafting a query letter to navigating meetings with producers and deciphering contracts. Jordan shares the ups, downs, and monumental moments of breaking into the screenwriting world. Whether you're curious about the hustle or gearing up to sell your script, this episode is packed with tips and screenwriting insights.
2024-11-2615 min
Christmas Movie ScreenwriterHoliday Scripts - From Fade Out to OptionedHoliday Script finished? Now what?  Screenwriter Jordan Imiola discusses connecting with producers, turbo charging your productivity and the pros and cons of paid screenwriting services.  Whether you're a seasoned screenwriter or just starting, this podcast offers actionable insights to help you succeed in the merry marketplace of Christmas scripts. Watch the YouTube interview here:  https://youtu.be/D4vvyyVogJ8 The Christmas Movie Screenwriter Podcast â Episode 11 Jordan Imiola â Writer, Produce and Director Show Notes  HOST: Caryn McCann Website:  https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.c...
2024-02-0333 min
The Deadline Junkies PodcastMalik S - Writing THE NEIGHBORHOOD And #BlackAF - Deadline Junkies Screenwriting PodcastMalik S talks about writing for The Neighborhood, #BlackAF, and how being a stand-up comedian led to his TV writing career. #theneighbourhood #tvwriting #TVWriter #standupcomedy #MalikS #screenwriting #screenwriters #ScreenwritingInterview #DeadlineJunkiesPodcast The Deadline Junkies Screenwriting Podcast is hosted by Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, & Rund Shami.
2022-07-0733 min
The Deadline Junkies PodcastCHIP 'N DALE: RESCUE RANGERS screenwriters, Dan Gregor and Doug Mand - Deadline Junkies PodcastDan Gregor and Doug Mand talk about their new film, CHIP 'N DALE: RESCUE RANGERS, and writing for CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND, HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER, and a lot more! #RescueRangers #Screenwriters #HowIMetYourMother #ChipNDale #CrazyExGirlfriend #DeadlineJunkies #DisneyPlus #ScreenwritingInvterview #DeadlineJunkiesPodcast The Deadline Junkies Screenwriting Podcast is hosted by Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, & Rund Shami.
2022-06-0153 min
The Deadline Junkies PodcastKING OF THE HILL, JUST SHOOT ME, and TACOMA FD with Michael Jamin - Deadline Junkies PodcastMicahel Jamin talks about writing and producing on "King of the Hill," "Tacoma FD," "Just Shoot Me," "Maron," "Wilfred," "Beavis and Butt-Head," "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman" and more on this episode of The Deadline Junkies Screenwriting Podcast. #KingOfTheHill #TacomaFD #MicahelJamin #JustShootMe #BeavisAndButthead #Maron #Wilfred #Screenwriting #ScreenwritingPdcast The Deadline Junkies Screenwriting Podcast is hosted by Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, & Rund Shami.
2022-05-2543 min
The Deadline Junkies PodcastDEXTER: NEW BLOOD with Marc Muszynski & Alexandra FranklinDEXTER: NEW BLOOD staff writers, Marc Muszynski & Alexandra Franlink talk about their experience being staff writers on the Showtime reboot. The Deadline Junkies Podcast is hosted by Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, & Rund Shami. #Dexter #DexterNewBlood #TVWriting
2022-04-2752 min
The Deadline Junkies PodcastHORRIBLE BOSSES screenwriter, Michael MarkowitzHORRIBLE BOSSES, BECKER, and DUCKMAN writer, Michael Markowitz talks about his classic feature comedy and his years on TV shows. The Deadline Junkies Podcast is hosted by Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, & Rund Shami. #HorribleBosses #ScreenwritingPodcast #Screenwriter #Becker
2022-04-0648 min
The Deadline Junkies PodcastETERNALS screenwriters, Kaz and Ryan FirpoETERNALS writers, Kaz and Ryan Firpo talk about Marvel's newest film. Ryan and Kaz wrote ETERNALS for Marvel Studios with Chloe Zhao directing. They talk about their experience with Marvel's newest film. The Deadline Junkies Podcast is hosted by Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, & Rund Shami.
2021-11-3043 min
The Deadline Junkies PodcastLOKI Showrunner, Michael Waldron interview - Deadline Junkies Screenwriting PodcastLoki creator, Heels creator, & and Rick and Morty writer, Michael Waldron talks about his career and writing for the Marvel and Star Wars franchises. The Deadline Junkies Podcast is hosted by Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, & Rund Shami. TV writers interviewing TV writers.
2021-08-1135 min
The Deadline Junkies PodcastFRASIER writer and revival creator, Joe Cristalli interview - Deadline Junkies Screenwriting PodcastFrasier, Perfect Harmony, and Life in Pieces writer, Joe Cristalli talks about his career in sitcoms and more. The Deadline Junkies Podcast is hosted by Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, & Rund Shami. TV writers interviewing TV writers.
2021-05-1949 min
The Deadline Junkies PodcastZOEY'S EXTRAORDINARY WRITING with Lindsey Rosin - Deadline Junkies Screenwriting Podcast Ep. 3Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist writer, Lindsey Rosin talks to us about the hit musical comedy and her career. The Deadline Junkies Podcast is hosted by Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, & Rund Shami. Check out a new episode next Tuesday.
2021-05-1158 min
The Deadline Junkies PodcastCOBRA KAI writer, Mattea Greene interview - Deadline Junkies Screenwriting PodcastCobra Kai writer, Mattea Green talks to us about the badass and epic Netflix show based on The Karate Kid franchise. The Deadline Junkies Podcast is hosted by Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, & Rund Shami. Check out a new episode next Tuesday.
2021-05-0440 min
The Deadline Junkies PodcastSATURDAY NIGHT LIVE writer, Hugh Fink Interview - Deadline Junkies Screenwriting PodcastAn interview with Hugh Fink known for his writing on Saturday Night Live, Last Comic Standing, The Drew Carey Show, The Showbiz Show with David Spade, The WGA Awards, and much more.
The Deadline Junkies Podcast is hosted by Jordan Imiola, Kerstin Porter, & Rund Shami. Check out a new episode next Tuesday.
#TVWriters #SNL #TVwriting
2021-04-2746 min