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Script to Screen is now open! A screenwriting contest where selected writers will win a place in a 9 week directing initiative, gaining hands on experience in visual storytelling, collaboration, and bringing their scripts to life on screen. #scripttoscreen shorescripts.com/script-to-scre…

Stories like Dan Erickson’s (SEVERANCE) remind writers why they keep going. Our article dives into how first-time writer Dan Erickson broke through with a standout pilot and what aspiring screenwriters can take away from his success! #screenwriting shorescripts.com/how-first-time…

Hear directly from our 2025 TV Writer Mentorship Program winners about their experience in the program, the relationships they built, and how those connections continue to open doors in the industry. #screenwriting Access the recording: ow.ly/OUgT50YXUHY

You only get one chance to make a first impression. The first 10 pages of a #screenplay can determine whether a reader keeps going, so every scene, character introduction, and moment of tension matters! Here are a few tips to help make those opening pages impossible to put down.

Mentor Duane Luu, Director of Drama Development at PEACOCK, will meet with writers in our TV Writer Mentorship Program to discuss staffing, pitching, taking meetings, and what makes a writer stand out in today’s industry. #screenwriting #tvwriter shorescripts.com/tv-pilot-conte…

From sharp dialogue to compelling character arcs, today’s best TV shows offer a masterclass in #screenwriting! Our article dives into what writers can learn from EUPHORIA, INDUSTRY, THE PITT and more! #tvseries Read the article here: shorescripts.com/tv-writing-101…

Our Feature Contest is for writers ready to take the next step. With cash prizes, guaranteed meetings, industry script circulation, and support from our Writer Development Manager, we help great scripts get seen. #screenwriting #featurefilm shorescripts.com/feature-contes…

In this new mailbag entry, our Writer Development Manager shares why a standout logline, meaty characters, and a clear creative vision can make all the difference when executives are deciding what to read next. #screenwriting #writerdevelopment

Writing can feel isolating, which is why having trusted feedback matters. Our Script Coverage Service gives writers actionable notes, encouragement, and a clearer sense of where to take their script next. #screenwriting #scriptcoverage Learn more here: shorescripts.com/screenplay-cov…

A most rare privilege awaits! From Bridgerton to our own halls, Showrunner, Jess Brownell, shall meet with six chosen writers as part of our TV Writer Mentorship Program to impart wisdom on the art of storytelling and the delicate business of crafting beloved #television.

Last week, our Writer Development Manager continued connecting writers with industry professionals across film and television. It’s all part of making sure great scripts don’t just get written, they get seen! #screenwriting #writerdevelopment

Go behind the scenes of today’s TV industry with Peacock’s Director of Development, Duane Luu. In this webinar, we’ll discuss what catches attention, how projects move forward, and what #writers can do to better position themselves and their work. shorescripts.com/screenwriting-…

The Spring Short Film Fund is officially closed, thank you to every creative who trusted us with their work. Semi-Finalists will be announced on June 8th, and in the meantime, our TV Writer Mentorship Program and Feature Contest are still open for submissions! #screenwriting

Our Short Film Fund gives you the chance to move from script to screen, receive guidance from industry experts, and gain the kind of exposure and experience that can shape your future as a filmmaker. #screenwriting #shortfilm #filmfund shorescripts.com/shortfilmfund/

Today is the FINAL deadline! Submit your script for the chance to receive a $15,000 production grant or $4,000 in finishing funds, plus mentorship, festival strategy support, and free camera rental equipment to help bring your film to life. #screenwriting shorescripts.com/shortfilmfund/

What does it really take for a short film to reach the Oscars? In our article, we unpack the paths taken by the 2026 winners, offering insight into the process, the milestones, and what filmmakers can learn from their success. #screenwriting shorescripts.com/the-2026-oscar…

Don’t miss out, the FINAL deadline is tomorrow! Our Short Film Fund offers financial support, industry mentorship, and real pathways to getting your film made and seen by the right people. #screenwriting #shortfilm #filmfund ENTER NOW! shorescripts.com/shortfilmfund/

FINAL CALL! Our Short Film Fund final deadline is May 4th. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to get your short film made, this is it, submit your script and take that next step from page to screen. #screenwriting #shortfilm #filmfund Enter NOW! shorescripts.com/shortfilmfund/

We’re proud to announce the Quarter-Finalists of our 2026 Script to Screen Fellowship! It’s been a pleasure diving into such a wide range of bold, engaging stories from writers around the world. #screenwriting #scripttoscreen #screenwritingprogram shorescripts.com/script-to-scre…

WEAPONS didn’t begin with a clear ending or conflict. Zach Cregger wrote the first 50 pages exploring a teacher in an empty classroom before uncovering the story’s core cat and mouse dynamic. Post is for education purposes only. #scripttoscreen WEAPONS (2025) by Zach Cregger

Getting your first staff writing job is one thing, being ready for it is another! Returning TV Writer Mentorship Program mentor Beth Schwartz shared this tip during last year’s session, alongside advice about writers’ rooms and staffing. #screenwriting shorescripts.com/tv-pilot-conte…