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Script Doctor for Film & Television
Helping producers, directors and actors fix troubled scripts
Dialogue & Comedy Specialist | Story Development
​​20+ Years in Script Development | 17 Festival Awards 


​Your Own Unique Voice​
Story Builders with Terry McFadden is a professional script development service helping producers, filmmakers, actors, television writers, and screenwriters strengthen their scripts and bring their unique storytelling voice to the screen.

​I work with creators whose scripts, ideas, or projects need experienced development support—whether that means fixing structural problems, sharpening dialogue, or helping a story fully express the writer’s distinctive voice.

Your Unique Voice Is the Most Powerful Thing You Bring to the Page

Every great script has a point of view. It reflects how the writer sees the world—through their experiences, ideas, and imagination.

The question is:

How are you bringing that Voice to the page in a way only you can?

What makes your story feel different?
What makes your characters feel alive?
What makes your perspective on the world unique?
These are the elements that make a script stand out.

The Challenge Most Writers and Filmmakers Face

Many creators come to me with scripts that have a strong idea but aren’t quite working yet.

Common questions include:

  • Is my story resonating in the way I imagined?
  • Does my script feel unique enough?
  • Are the characters and dialogue truly expressing my voice?
  • What will make this project stand out in a crowded marketplace?

​This is where script development becomes essential.

How I Help

By working collaboratively to strengthen both the craft and the voice of your script and project.

The process helps you:

• Clarify and strengthen your unique storytelling voice
• Develop stronger characters and dialogue
• Improve story structure and pacing
• Build a compelling world and tone for your project
• Shape a script that feels both fresh and marketable

The goal is not to replace your voice—but to amplify it.

Why Voice Matters

The scripts that stand out in today’s industry are the ones that feel authentic and distinctive.

When a writer’s voice is fully realized, the story feels more alive, the characters feel more believable, and the project becomes far more compelling for audiences and industry professionals alike.  This is the foundation of my approach.

Ready to Talk About Your Project?

If you're developing a script, story, TV or film project and want to strengthen both the craft and the voice behind it, let's connect.

I offer a free 30-minute consultation by phone--no obligation.




Testimonials from a few of Terry's clients             Some of his own Productions

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"I have been getting notes from Terry on my projects for better than 10 years and I am always glad I did.  Best thing about them is they allow me to turn up what is already working and make it better".

--Narmar Hannah:  Show Creator and Producer (The Luxury Rental; The Diner's Club)

Narmartini Productions 

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"Terry was great to work with on my book "Return of Ixtab" and adapting it into a screenplay.  He did a great job and on the timeframe I needed.   Thanks Terry, for all your help!"
 
​--Robert Zitella


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Return of Ixtab

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"I have collaborated with Terry on numerous creative projects and admire his ability to take the initiative and make things happen. He worked hard to assure these projects exposed us to new audiences and illuminated the strengths of our talents."

 --Tom Misuraca, multi-award winning playwright and screenwriter (Geeks, the Musical; Krampus; Happy Holidays)
​http://www.tommiz.com/index.html

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"I used Terry’s script analysis for one of my multi-cam scripts and it was exactly what I needed.  Terry improved my scripts direction and flow with his knowledge of what executives, producers, managers, and agents are looking for.  All of this help and experience for a great price.   I will continue to use Terry’s service for future scripts and highly recommend Terry to any writer out there needing help to get their script pitch ready.  Thank you, Terry".
 
--Natasha Persad & Justin Scott (Writing Team)
https://www.facebook.com/teamnatashajustintv/
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"My screenplay, "Trial and Erin" has been named a finalist is the Script Pimp competition (top 20 out of 2700 submissions); finalist in the Script Showcase contest (top 8 out of 437 entries); and finalist in the Screenplay Festival screenwriting contest. It also placed as a quarter-finalist and higher in about a half dozen other contests. I also have been able to find a manager.  Thanks, Terry, for all your help!"

--Larry Shulruff


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Terry's E book on implementing your unique Voice.