Donna DeDionisio's Lounge Discussions

Matthew Hartman
PC vs Mac

I am a very big computer geek, I have a custom build PC that can do most everything I could ever need. It has all CS6 and some plug-ins on it. So down to the question, What do you use Mac or PC, and Why?

John O'Hara

Many distributors and networks want finished video in Pro-Res 4:2:2 or Pro-Res HQ. In which case only a Mac can encode it properly.

Omar Brown

I use Both mac and PC. I use Mac for 80 percent of my editor jobs and PC for Digital Fusion compositing and Vegas Pro if needed. To be marketable, You need to have good working knowledge on both platforms. Having some Linux knowledge is just gravy.

Omar Brown

There is also a ProRes converter app that only runs on PC called cliptoolz converter. The web site is www.cliptoolz.com

Donna DeDionisio

Thanks for the invitation, Omar. Great to meet you at Stage 32! :)

Donna DeDionisio
Screenwriter Who Wants to Make Lots of New Connections!

Hi there, I've been in Stage 32 for several months now and have met some really great people, but I'd like to know many more. I'm a screenwriter and a playwright/director who's had 5 stage scripts successfully produced. I started screenwriting a few years ago, and now have several projects completed...

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D. Miles
Gross or Net?

I'm currently negotiating with a potential Agent to represent me and their asking for (X) % gross of the budget. I thought Agents get a % of what you make but this particular Agent is also acting as consultant and is negotiating finance and distribution for the project. Should I be concerned with them wanting a gross % of the budget?

Jeff Cross

For Don: wouldn't it be better to get the entertainment lawyer's hourly rate instead, in order to save money? And as for other entertainment lawyers. the kid who played Chunk in THE GOONIES is currently one as well.

Pedro Vasquez

It sounds like that "agent" is trying to rip you off. An agent is not supposed to get a percentage of the gross budget. Agents get a percentage of ONLY the sale or auction of an script. I advise you t...

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Stacey Stefano

Illuminating

Donna DeDionisio

Hi, I agree with Stacey when she said "illumminating." An agent gets 10% of what YOU make. However, to me, this agent is acting more like a producer with negotiating finance and distributing the proje...

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Forest Hammond-Martin

Listen to the still small voice speaking in your conscience and obey it! If you don't believe God, then, what do you want me to say? Be patience, do your research, ask questions like you're doing, and...

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Lisa Meuser
Lisa Meuser

Hi everyone! Just introducing myself. I am currently producing two cooking shows for Shaw and Rogers. Looking to be more active in writing and learning more about distribution. Full time I run my talent management company The Meus. Check it out when you get a chance. www.themeusproductions.ca Thanks...

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Mark Emeka

Sounds great

Richard "RB" Botto

Congrats, Lisa. Looks terrific!

Lisa Meuser

Thanks everyone! Looking to be more active on here this year! Excited to meet professionals!

Donna DeDionisio

Thanks for your message, Lisa. And you can pick my brain anytime! :)

Pedro Canais
Stories that inspire the world

Hi. I'm a Portuguese novelist and a TV promo writer. In 2005, I received the PEN CLUB award for a first novel. In 2013, I took the risk of writing in English for the first time and I started with a screenplay. It worked, somehow. I was awarded with Bronze in the Barcelona International Film Festival...

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Olga Rozanova

Good to have you here.

Donna DeDionisio

Pedro, Congratulations on your success!

Pedro Canais

Thanks, Donna.

Donna DeDionisio
Donna DeDionisio: Screenwriter - Playwright/Director

Hi everyone, I'm a Screenwriter and a Playwright/Director with five stage scripts successfully produced. A few years ago, I started screenwriting, and now, I'm working with an LA Producer on my latest project that recently placed as a Semi-Finalist in a well known screenplay competition. My hopes ar...

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Lisa Meuser

I need to explore contests more too! I have had many plays produced that I wrote but haven't explored publishing yet! I'll have to pick your brain sometime Donna!

Kenya Hendricks

Thanks Donna. I just submitted to the ABC screenwriter showcase. Praying that my 2 submissions will do well.

Donna DeDionisio

I'll be hoping for you, Kenya! Good luck!!!

Kenya Hendricks

Thank you Donna

Danisha Bethune

Hi Donna, nice to meet you too.

Donna DeDionisio
Screenwriter & Playwright/Director

Hello, Stage 32 Network! It's a pleasure to meet all of you. I'm a Screenwriter & a Playwright/Director who's had five stage scripts successfully produced. A few years ago, I started screenwriting and my latest project just placed as a Semi-Finalist in a major competition. I'm presently working with...

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