Unique, forward-thinking concepts, voices and sensibilities. Think SEVERANCE, EIGHTH GRADE, BARBARIAN and A24's elevated tastes that are character and theme-driven.
Ryan has worked in film and TV development since 2013. He was the Head of Development at Hivemind (THE WITCHER, BEST MAN FINAL CHAPTERS, THE EXPANSE, SCARY STORIES TO TELL IN THE DARK), for 5 years and helped develop projects sold to Netflix, Amazon, Apple, Paramount and FX. Previously, he was a creative executive for The Sean Daniel Company and Valiant Entertainment (BLOODSHOT). He also helped develop multiple seven-figure spec sales, one of which topped the Black List. He's producing a few projects independently, including one animated TV series set up at Amazon (MONSTRESS) and a feature being packaged by UTA, but current sees his role as more of a mentor for screenwriters creatively and practically regarding how to navigate this tricky industy. He earned an MFA in Creative Writing from American University.
Ryan is the absolute best. He is thoughtful and sincere when providing feedback. He excels at providing creative notes that, once weaved into the story, enhance it, making it so much better than it was before the consultation.
~ Anonymous, 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 instructions on how to submit your script via the Material Submission Form.
- Your material submission is due as soon as you are ready, but no later than 9:00am PT on the day of the session.
- During the session, the exec will read as many of your opening pages as they can get through in 10 minutes.
- You will receive this exec's written feedback on your pages via email within 10 business days following the session unless otherwise notified.