Screenwriting Workshop with UK Agent - all proceeds to mutual aid

Are you a screenwriter looking to build some new skills? An aspiring storyteller looking for somewhere to start? Or a writer looking for some business support or help finding an agent? You're in the right place!

This exclusive, limited workshop series for screenwriters is going to be run by me for small groups over zoom. We'll focus on three core skills - pitching stories, editing your own work, and business skills - with each workshop focusing on one skill in particular. We'll take our time, have plenty of opportunity for you to ask questions about your specific experience, and I'll be offering some of my best knowledge and resources for you to take forward. This is an extremely practical, hands-on workshop and you get as much as you put in, so come armed with ideas, a notebook, and an eagerness to learn.

I'm an agent with over 5 years' experience in representation, and nearly 10 years working in the industry. I started out in development and production and worked on multi-million dollar television series’ and independent films before moving into representation, and since being an agent I've contributed to books, articles, panels, competitions, and even University courses with my advice on the business. Every penny of the proceeds from these workshops will be going directly to mutual aid and none will go into my pocket. If these workshops prove to be overselling, wildly popular events, I will consider running more workshops but I will always do so with raising money for good causes in mind and never for profit.

This is a small-scale, high impact event with limited numbers, to allow for as much practical learning as possible. Limited low income tickets are available. Please only to book this ticket option if it reflects your circumstances. If Low Income tickets are sold out and you find yourself unable to afford a full price ticket, I may be able to offer additional low income spaces depending on availability so please contact me via the Outsavvy contact system to ask for this. I’m volunteering my time to raise money for a loved one to access life-saving gender affirming care, 100% of the ticket price will be going to the fundraiser. If you want to do a one-on-one session with me to discuss your career more specifically, please contact me (via the Outsavvy contact system) to set this up - all proceeds from any other paid sessions will also go to the fundraiser.

Workshop Online Events

The Lineup

Louisa Minghella - host

PRACTICAL PITCHING - WORKSHOPS 1 & 2

7pm-7.20pm: Introductions and general advice

7.20pm-7.35pm: The art of pitching and what it can do for you

7.35pm-7.50pm: A pitching test round

7.50pm-8.20pm: Q&A

8.20pm-9pm: Pitching workshop, everyone gets a chance to pitch and get tailored feedback

BE YOUR OWN EDITOR - WORKSHOPS 3 & 4

7pm-7.20pm: Introductions and general advice

7.20pm-7.45pm: The story cake and what editing your work looks like

7.45pm-8.15pm: Practical editing examples and interactive story building

8.15pm-9pm: Q&A, refining the technique

GET TO KNOW THE BUSINESS - WORKSHOPS 5 & 6

7pm-7.30pm: Getting to know you, general advice, an introduction to me

7.30pm-8pm: What is the business about? A guide to industry trends and how to navigate.

8pm-8.40pm: Q&A

8.40pm-9pm: A guide to resources, developing your research, and how to use information to benefit your work.

Terms & Conditions

Be polite and respectful
I reserve the right to remove you if you don't behave appropriately in the space, including asking invasive questions or making other people uncomfortable
Expect a fast paced session, it will go by fast, and we won't have time to start late, so if you are late you will miss some of the content
If you are removed from the session for misconduct, late to the session, or for any other reason don't attend, we can't offer a refund
Don't expect further access to me beyond this workshop
I have a zero tolerance policy in terms of racism, xenophobia, homophobia, transphobia, etc.
One ticket per attendee
No recording is permitted

Organised By

Louisa Minghella

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