This session format is available only to writers in our Top Tier Program.
Exec will read your 30 pages from each of 2 scripts or 20 pages from each of 3 scripts and meet with the writer via zoom for 30 mins to get to know the writer and their portfolio
Keep it simple - in telling a story and in showcasing yourself.
Character-driven dramas mostly. Gritty crime, family dramas. Underdog, blue-collar stories are near-and-dear to my heart. I'm a big fan of 1970s noir, so that should give you an idea of my style, sensibilities, etc. My experience is mostly in cable and streaming, but I have worked in (and enjoyed) network procedurals as well. That said, I do love biting, dark comedies (single-cam, half-hour cable/streaming/network). Aside from the gritty dramas, I'm also fond of genre fare like sci-fi, westerns, and adventure - in both TV and film.
Medical and legal shows/films. My brain automatically shuts off at "intubate!" or "Mens Rea."
John is a television writer and producer. After spending (too) many years as a video editor for CBS/Paramount+, he made the jump into TV upon completion of his WB Television Writers’ Workshop fellowship. Ten years later, he continues to work in television – on staff and in development.
John is currently a co-Executive Producer on the upcoming Starz series, POWER: LEGACY, and he wrapped production on a new Amazon series, CRIMINAL (starring Charlie Hunnam, Adria Arjona, and Emilia Clarke) slated for release this year. Some of his past credits include HIGHTOWN (Netflix/Starz), THE BRAVE (NBC), and TRAINING DAY (CBS). Additionally, John is developing a political-thriller series for Eva Longoria’s Hyphenate Media.
He holds an M.F.A. in Film Directing/Production from UCLA. John was born, raised, and lives in Los Angeles where he faithfully cheers for the Lakers and the Dodgers.
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