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The Story Synopsis/Summary:  This where we grab em in a page and a half.  In present tense and with active descriptions and characters, we highlight your vision and your voice via the major events of the story complete with twists, turns, reversals, obstacles/hurdles and surprises.    Up to 125 screenplay/TV pilot pages - $149.

The Syno-pitch: This is where we not only synopsize your script utilizing all of the elements in the “synopsis/summary” service but we also integrate elements of a written pitch paragraph as well.  In the voice and tone of your script, we show prospective producers, agents and directors not only what the story is and why it is a fresh take on the genre but why they will have to give it a read.  A powerful two-for-one deal that sets clear exactly what is to follow.  Up to 125 screenplay/TV pilot pages
 - $199.  

One-hour Phone Consultation: Tell me your story and all about your screenplay, TV series, pilot or idea over the phone. First thing we do is to determine why and how unique and fresh the concept is:  your voice, the conventions, your way of looking at this world.  I will then discuss the issues with you; what is needed  and why.  Filling in the holes--providing and suggesting story and structural ideas of what would make the premise and draft complete and butt-kicking.  We will not only talk character, dialogue, relationships, story, structure and all of the components therein but we will get a better idea on how you see it and how to implement your vision so it is fresh on the page.  A great tool to not only flesh out and nail the concept but to iron out the trouble spots on an existing project.  Rate is $100 per hour for initial session and $80 per hour on follow-up sessions of the same project.

Studio Coverage/Long Coverage:  A pointed and more detailed look at what is working in the script, what isn't and why with specific suggestions on how to improve the draft greatly in the revision.  This includes a synopsis; 3 to 5 pages of comments in the areas of story, structure, dialogue, character & relationships, themes, and, genre considerations.  Up to 125 screenplay/TV pilot pages - $225.

I have included a sample
of Studio "Long" Coverage that I did for a producer who was considering investing in a script called "Shade" (below).  The film did get made sometime and several rewrites later.  Oddly enough, a few of my suggestions were incorporated. Written and directed by Damien Nieman with a cast that included Gabriel Byrne, Sylvester Stallone, Jamie Foxx and Melanie Griffith among others.  
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The rates of the services listed below are determined by the needs of the individual screenwriter, TV writer, producer and production company and will vary as per their project and the process.   We are more than happy to tailor our services to meet those needs and create a package that best suits those needs.  

Other Services include

Ghostwriting.   Rewriting.  Revising.  Complete Script Polish or Punch-up.  TV Show Series Bibles - creating or analysis.  Screenplay, TV Series Treatments - creating or analysis.  Documentary Projects.    
(or any mix and match therein to create the package to suit your needs)

​Meetings and personal consultations in house or on set.


Some of our most popular Tools and Services

The One-Pager
Blast through the door like never before.  The most important 8 x 10 you'll ever send.
Detailed Script Analysis
Detailed notes and suggested revision ideas on how to bring the work up to its full potential while highlighting your own voice, vision and style in the doing.  Ideal prep when readying to do your own revision or rewrite of a screenplay, TV Pilot or short film. 
The Written Pitch
In your own inimitable style, this document will demonstrate why your show is so special and just how the great story engine will easily create a hundred episodes. 
Dual Development
Whether you have a loose and very rough outline or just an idea that needs to be fleshed out, we work with you every step of the way until completion of a solid first draft.
Exactly Write For the Part
Hey Actors?  How cool would it be if the script were written specifically for you?  Well, that's what we do.  Just for you, woo hoo. 
Spinning a Winning Web
Everybody and their Mother has a web series these days.  Let's find out what is going to make you and your Mother stand out. 
We also write and tailor TV & Radio Commercials and Spots; Advertising Copy; Jingles; Slogans, Songs, Song Parodies and Catchy Copy for Trade Shows; Live Industrials and Multi-Media Events; Projects virtual or real.    
 
All services and packages include phone consultations and electronic correspondence.   We accept payment through Pay Pal as well and offer payment plans on our longer term more extensive packages.


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