My Writing Process (for TV & Film)

In this post, I’ll be sharing the 7 steps to my writing process. So far I've written a lot of short-form content. Now I'm working on developing a pilot and feature screenplay to enter the long-form game.

Start where you start and write what you know.

I don't spend much time talking about screenplay formatting, but I will recommend The Screenwriter’s Bible. It’s a great, in-depth resource that breaks down the structure and format of scripts.

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✍🏼 My 7 step screenwriting process:

1) Get Inspired Raise your energy to raise your awareness & creativity.

2) Research Learn as much as you can about the topic you're looking to explore. A trick I use to develop my characters further is to read up on personality types.

3) Step Away Give yourself space for ideas to form and take root.

4) Clarity Have a very clear idea of who your characters are. What do they most love and fear out of life and one another?

5) Outline Give yourself a roadmap. Each scene should count and reveal something about a character or theme. If you meander without a target to aim for, you'll end up with material that does not connect.

6) Time Give yourself enough time to write. Carve it out of your schedule. It will take you longer than you think.

7) Get Feedback This is your time to listen, don't be defensive. No one is trying to hurt you. Take it in and see what lands as being true for improving the story.

8) Re-Write & Re-Write This can feel like a daunting step, but it's crucial to developing a strong screenplay. Be gracious with yourself and the process.

Keep writing, bring that story to life! 💪🏼👏🏾💜