The hidden power of Symmetry in Story
John Yorke explores the importance of symmetry to great storytelling, and why the midpoint sits firmly at the heart of it.
Screenwriting
HOW TO PITCH A TV SERIES OR MOVIE … AND YOURSELF
Writing the script is just the beginning – getting it seen is another skill entirely. Emma Millions shares three essential ingredients for a great pitch, and why you should put yourself at the heart of it.
FROM PITCH DECK WORKSHOP TO INDUSTRY PITCH
A recent Story for Pitch Decks cohort saw an idea that has turned into potential commissions and has a life beyond the deck.
What does CPD certified really mean?
Most of our premium story training courses are certified as ‘CPD’. But what does this really mean for our trainees and their learning experience?
Is ChatGPT coming for our jobs?
Is ChatGPT a threat or a useful tool for screenwriters? Emma Millions explores the possibilities, from storytelling to pitching ideas.
How a screenwriting course made me a bestseller
John Yorke’s screenwriting course gave TV police advisor Graham Bartlett the story skills to finish his novel and go on to become a top 10 bestseller.
Three steps to the perfect inciting incident
Could your inciting incident be the reason your script is rejected? Kieran Grimes explains the top three ways to ensure your inciting incident is effective and engaging.
How Prano Bailey-Bond developed CENSOR
Celebrated writer and director Prano Bailey-Bond explains the process of developing CENSOR, her award-winning debut feature film.
It’s easier than you think to create great pitch decks
If you find yourself being asked by a producer, commissioner, broadcaster or financier to deliver a super slick pitch deck, don’t panic.
