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“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” — Maya Angelou

IMAGINE YOUR SCREENPLAY IN THEATERS ALL ACROSS THE COUNTRY

With my help in writing a great screenplay, you'll have a fighting chance to get past the gatekeepers and maximize your screenplay's chances for success.

Introductory Special: $125 for a 90-minute Coaching Session

Limited Time Offer for this Exclusive Opportunity!
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Services

Whether you're looking for one-on-one instruction or cost-efficient classes, my decades of experience will guide you every step of the way.

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Idea to Script

$150/hr

If you have a brilliant idea and want to transform it into a salable screenplay, t. I’m here for you with support, guidance, and instruction that’ll take you from concept to finished script to the wrap party. Just be sure to invite me!


Includes:

  • Create story
  • Organize story
  • Develop  scenes
  • Create characters
  • Build  Acts
  • Generate dialogue
  • Implement the "little things that mean a lot"
  • Finalize screenplay
  • Construct a full screenplay (estimate 90-110 pages)


*Time frame subject to individual progress

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Script Critique

$500

This package is for the individual who wants a full analysis of your screenplay. 


Includes: 

  • Written Critique (2-3 pages review of storyline, characters, structure, Acts, dialogue, transitions, beginning & ending, and more)
  • NO edits or script notes will be provided with this package
  • Screenplay up to 110 pages 
  • Critique emailed to the client


*Estimated one week to complete

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Script Critique with Edits & Notes

$1200

You are perfect for this package if you want detailed edits and notes that will improve your screenplay!


Includes: 


  • Written critique (2-3 pages analysis of storyline, characters, structure, Acts, dialogue, transitions, beginning & ending and more)
  • Edits in screenplay address issues with formatting, pacing, dialogue, overuse of transitions, incorrect direction and more
  • Screenplay up to 110 pages 
  • Critique with edits & script notes 


*Estimated 2 weeks to complete


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1-On-1 Coaching

$150/hr

This package is for the individual who has hit roadblocks and needs guidance to progress their screenplay.


Options include: 

  • Page Look (format, pacing, transitions, word usage, etc.)
  • How to make format an integral part of your screenplay 
  • Focusing on conflict 
  • Character & dialogue review
  • Reversals 
  • Use of Rhyme, Rhythm, and Harmony
  • Putting it all together & ready for agents, producers & decision-makers 

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Beginning Screenwriting

$200/person

The seven classes will take you from a beginning screenwriter to the beginning of something big. Interactive feedback from myself and your classmates will leave you with a refined first act and ready to move on.


Classes include:

  • Seven, 1 ½ hour classes 
  • Guided structure covering essentials of screenplay writing
  • Write/Rewrite the first ACT of your screenplay 
  • Compare your work with others for feedback and assistance in a friendly, positive, and helpful setting.


*Minimum class size: 5 clients

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Advanced Screenwriting

$200/person

This package is for the advanced screenwriter, who has taken Beginning Screenwriting or I have determined meets the criteria for this course. 


Class includes:

  • Seven, 1 ½ hour classes 
  • Guided structure on making final edits + developing a pitch for your screenplay
  • Read your scenes & receive immediate feedback with assistance
  • Develop, perform, and practice pitch for an agent or producer
  • Create "backup" pitches if the first one doesn’t work


*Minimum class size: 5 clients 

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Finish Your Screenplay

$300

This package is for the individual who has worked on their screenplay and is having trouble finishing it.  


Includes:

  • Focus, assist & rewrite specific areas giving you problems 
  • Create & Hone your pitch
  • Discuss contests, conferences,  query letters, marketing
  • Help you with securing a copyright, Guild registration, and other script protection


*2-Hour Session, $150 each addition hour

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Pitch Your Screenplay

$300

This package is for the individual who has a completed screenplay, ready to pitch.


Includes:

  • Learn to pitch your script to agents and producers.
  • Develop a short pitch that is evocative
  • Practice your short pitch until it works
  • Develop your studio pitch
  • Create a "backup" pitch to offer if the first one doesn’t work
  • Practice, Practice, Practice—It might not get you to Carnegie Hall, but it could get your screenplay to Hollywood.


*2-Hour Session, $150 each addition hour

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A La Carte Options

$300

This package is for the person who has a singular need.


Options Include:

  • Focus on a specific area giving you problems
  • Assist with a rewrite
  • Hone your pitch
  • Discuss contests, screenwriting books, conferences,  query letters, marketing
  • Answer specific questions about any area of screenwriting
  • Help you with securing a copyright, Guild registration, and other script protection
  • Addressing any challenges with your Script or progress with your screenwriting goals. 


*2-Hour Session, $150 each addition hour

*Payment due prior to the start of package. See Refund Policy for any questions.*

The best money you could ever spend will be on Professor Rick! The time spent with Rick has inspired me in so many ways.


J. Johnson, client & novice screenplay writer

When you write your story, YOU ARE DOING SOMETHING IMPORTANT

I’m here to guide you, work with you, assist you in taking your idea or even your completed script from its inception to a finished script—or better-finished script—and make it a marketable screenplay.  

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