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Huge Stage 32 Member Perks at AFM 2022
The American Film Market is fast approaching! In just a few weeks, thousands of entertainment executives and creatives from around the world will land in Santa Monica, CA, to network, pitch, and buy projects. It's an incredible chance for Stage 32 members to make in-person connections and get their projects off the ground. This year, Stage 32 continues its partnership with AFM as the official Education Partner of the Market. Not only that, but if you attend this year's American Fi…
9 World-Building Tips from "Arcane" to Elevate Your Animated Project
Our reality and environment consciously or subconsciously affects each of our characters in unique ways. Much like in our own personal lives, where we grew up can say a lot about us! The economic, political, and ideological forces of our society or the world at large make an immense impact on individuals. This can also be applied to world-building in film, television, and animation. The place our characters live in influences their journey, story, and behavior. Hence, world-building …
Screenwriter in Pre-Production on Script Developed with Stage 32 Mentor
One year ago, I joined my first Writers' Room live class. I knew next to nothing about screenwriting - aside from what I read in Save The Cat - and was thirsty for knowledge. So much can happen in only a year. One year ago, I declared I wanted to be a screenwriter and dove into everything available on Stage 32. Today we are in pre-production for one of the five scripts I've since written. Another one of my scripts has a director and producer attached, awaiting to solidify financing so …
Coffee & Content: It's All About Who You Know
Happy Sunday, Creative Army! First, congratulations to all of you who have already participated in our monthly Introduce Yourself Weekend! Thousands of connections have been made between entertainment creatives and professionals from around the globe. Whether you are a long-time member or brand new to Stage 32, take a moment to pop over to the Introduce Yourself Lounge and say hello before the end of the weekend. They say that in Hollywood, it's all about who you know. In honor of Intr…
Managers vs. Agents: Top Industry Reps Explain the Difference
On the path to becoming a full-time screenwriter, you will ask yourself, Do I need representation? Do I need an agent or a manager? Do I need both? Here at Stage 32, we're big believers that you make your own success. Therefore, you may not feel you need a rep. But reps are champions for their clients and can work with you to create opportunities and success. You already know what's needed in your portfolio when you want to approach a potential literary manager. So today, we'…
Take the "Work" Out of Networking - The Importance of a Polished Stage 32 Profile
It’s the tedious but oh-so-necessary maintenance of being in this industry: online presentation. Just as we once toiled over the formatting and tone of a resume and cover letter, so now must we polish our profiles. Selling ourselves can be exhausting, but look at it this way - your Stage 32 profile is your invitation to play! We all love what we do, and we love meeting people that make the experience magical. Here’s your chance to set the tone for your fantasy-project-made-re…
5 Techniques for Auditioning and Getting Hired as a Voice Actor
No matter which type of actor you are, auditioning can be stressful. Sometimes we're not given all the details and feel like we have to wing it. As a Voice Actor, this can be particularly frustrating, so here are my five techniques for auditioning and getting hired as a Voice Actor. 1. Read Everything Most people don't write something down for the sake of it; they are conveying the information they believe is essential for the reader to know. Clients looking to hire Voice Actors are no…
4 Ways Professional Producers Save Money When Making Movies
My first opportunity to produce was actually a bit of an accident. I was still pursuing my childhood dream of acting, and I wanted to audition for the rare opportunity to be in a feature film in Cincinnati, OH (starring one of my childhood heroes-- Wonder Woman, no less.) At that time, it was like a unicorn opportunity, so I offered to volunteer my time in the production office leading up to auditions. Little did I know that this would be the beginning of the end of my acting career and…
How the Hero's Journey Became the Guiding Force in Disney Animation
Many of you are likely aware of the book, The Writer’s Journey by Christopher Vogler. You might also be aware that it’s based on the writings of Joseph Campbell and it applies Campbell’s ideas on the Hero’s Journey to cinema in general and screenwriting specifically. Many of you may have even read Vogler’s book or Cambell’s writings, or both. But did you know that The Writer’s Journey started as an internal memo at Walt Disney Animation Studios w…
Coffee & Content: Take Control of Your Acting Career By Being Your Own CEO
Happy Sunday, Creative Army! I've got my coffee in hand and your weekly dose of content coming in hot - grab your coffee of choice, and let's dive right in. Today, we're digging into acting. There are so many processes and theories on acting, but the job is about more than what you do on set. It's about finding opportunities, preparing, networking, and delivering. First, we're learning from one of the GOATS, Christian Bale, as he looks back at his most notable roles in a video f…
How to Throw Out A Project And Start Fresh
It’s a fact of writing that projects need multiple drafts. But that’s not what I’m talking about in this article. Instead, sometimes you might need to completely take apart a project, throwing out every previous draft and starting over. Sounds extreme? It is. But it’s something I recently experienced. To properly explain this, I have to give you some background on the project in question. I’ve been working on the sequel to my third book since 2017. At …
How To Get Representation According to Industry Literary Managers
Here at Stage 32, we’re always listening for the most common questions from you to help you work towards your goals. When it comes to representation, there are a few questions that come up. What’s the difference between agents and managers? Do you need a lawyer? Should you get an agent, manager, or lawyer first? But the most popular question we see over and over in the lounges, in the Writers’ Room, and on social media is how do I get representation as a writer? The …
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