Do you feel like you have a whole host of ideas rattling around in your head but have no idea which one to focus on? Do you want guidance and advice as you prepare something new? Do you want a weekly meeting with tailored assignments to hold you accountable as you develop your next project?
If you said yes to any of these, then an Incubator is just what the doctor ordered! This four-week class will put you through your development paces and ensure that you get writing on the best foot possible.
This Class Will Cover:
- Story structure
- Keeping conflict interesting and escalating
- Crafting satisfying character arcs
- And more!
A strong concept with a unique perspective, regardless of how big or small its intended budget. Characters should be front and center, because they will be how I relate to the theme and story, and driving the pitch through their needs is just as important as it is driving the narrative. For TV shows and audiodrama podcasts, a sense of where the story is headed beyond the pilot is helpful. Also, friendliness is key!
Scripts of any genre that are rich in authenticity, unafraid of taking risks, and bring a perspective that challenges preconceptions. In particular, off-kilter genre stories or human-interest dramedies that make bold statements but aren’t necessarily busting the budget.
Also, audiodrama podcasts are welcome!
Kyle is a Los Angeles-based producer, writer, and development exec with almost two decades of experience in the business. An Emerson College graduate, he is one half of the creative team behind FilmFrontier Studios. Their debut feature production, the dramatic sci-fi/thriller THE VEIL, recently premiered at the HP Lovecraft Film Festival in Portland, OR, before screening as an official Dark Matters selection at Austin Film Festival's 30th Anniversary.
As a producer, Kyle has a number of features in development. His horror/thrilled HAUNTED is slated for production in early 2024, with Cameron Beyl's THE VEIL follow-up FERAL coming in 2025. He is also attached as Consulting Producer to an hour-long drama currently in development at NBCU.
His podcast experience includes hosting an interview show with filmmaking creatives called MAKE YOUR SH*T. Previously, he co-produced and story consulted on the award-winning audiodrama podcast A PLACE CALLED FAIRNECK. He has several years of experience as a freelance and contracted script development consultant, having run several major screenwriting contests and development programs around the industry.
Kyle is an artist first, who believes empowerment takes empathy, and empathy takes effort. Having read almost 10,000 scripts and counting, he continues to assist other writers and creatives flourish by helping them develop their voice through purposeful, intentional growth in the craft and industry.
I really appreciated Kyle's energy and enthusiasm. It gave me the boost I needed to get through a pretty heavy re-write that I hadn't been looking forward to!
~ -Matt Walker, Screenwriter
Immediately after registering, you will receive an Order Confirmation email that serves as the receipt for your registration. In the Order Summary section of this email you will find a link reading "CLICK HERE FOR INSTRUCTIONS" that will take you to your syllabus, instructions for submitting material (if any), and the link to join the Live Class. Sessions are conducted via video conferencing software ZOOM. You will receive a link to the recording of the session via email following the live session.
Please ensure you are familiar with our Code of Conduct.