Introduce Yourself

Hello, Stage 32 members. I hope to add more of you all to my virtual network as well as expand those that I enjoy working with on projects.

A little about myself, I've been in the film industry for about 15 years. I've had one optioned screenplay (like a lot of others, it wasn't produced). However, that same screenplay is in consideration again. I own 2 different production companies, AfterParty Productions and Gemini Crown Productions. I've directed and produced a feature doc, produced several shorts (including a SAG short) and a commercial. I'm currently in production on a docu-series. I've been a screenplay reader for a prominent film festival for many years as well as the Screenplay Director for Lake Travis Film Festival for 2 years.

In my spare time (lol) I run a start-up software company, Gemini Crown Tech, with my co-founder, Stephanie Moore, where we created a software made by filmmakers for filmmakers that is truly an all-in-one production software. Features include but are not limited to: automated script breakdowns (works with any version of Final Draft), stripboards, budget, schedules, push button notifications, document and file storage, and a fully compatiable app. We teach workshops on line production, grants and incentives, accounting for in-kind in your budget, and how to be prepared for meetings with distributors.

I love shopping at farmers' markets, crafting, attending and networking at film festivals, going to college football games (Hook 'em), traveling, hanging with my college kiddo, and my bulldog. I look forward to meeting you all.

In the ever changing landscape of filmmaking, whether in technology or trends, the constant I strive for is quality and creativity beyond the norm. We are in a very impactful field. How are you using it?

Greetings Stage 32! I am an animation production professional, screenplay analyst, and writer. I'm an animation thought leader for Stage 32, and I am a Stage 32 screenplay reader as well. I am kind of obsessed with cinema. My oldest daughter and I have a podcast called Gen XvZ: A Movie Podcast that you can find on Spotify, Apple, and wherever you get your podcasts. I also have my own website at monumentscripts.com, where I blog about movies, and I offer screenwriting services like coverage for screenplays and books.

Stage 32 offers a stimulating community filled with creative and ambitious people, some looking to learn and others willing to teach. There is a terrific communal spirit here. If you're new to the community, welcome! If you've been here a while, like me, thanks for being a part of this dynamic community!

Hi everyone - saying hello, again. I have completed my 28th screenplay, and have started on my 29th  (which is actually a total rewrite from the Basement to the Penthouse on the 28th script -- I'm only keeping the title and the germ of an idea). 

I've had about 10 options over the past few years and have sold two scripts - both were produced.  My second film was just released - THE LEGEND OF LAKE HOLLOW - from Vision Films and Penumbra Entertainment (receiving a 10/10 review on Film Threat, which was incredible, to say the least). My first script (what was left of it) was released by Lionsgate. 

At the moment I am trying to nail that third sale and also find a new manager, as my current manager, who has been wonderful, is retiring. I write pretty much every day, though sometimes I take a day or two off to kick ideas around in my head and see where they land. I love what I do, and have met some great people here on State 32. Looking to add to my network, and be part of yours!

Hey all! I hope it’s going great in your neck of the woods this weekend!

I wanted to introduce myself and see if I can find here at Stage 32 what I can’t find much of on other social media platforms. Connection with storytellers who LOVE to talk about character and story and the way music relates to them.

If you couldn’t guess, I’m a composer for media. I’ll compose for anything related but I have to say my biggest passion is film. I connect with film so much because growing up I had a really tough time understanding relationships and emotional cues of other people around me. Often misinterpreting them and the world around me. But there was something in music that always hit me in VERY clear emotional ways. Stories in film captured my imagination and the music made clear what the characters were feeling, and what the story was telling me. Ever since music provides a context with which the world around me makes more sense.

It wasn’t until recently that I learned it’s because I’m neurodivergent (AuDHD). As I’ve learned and understood more about myself I’ve suddenly, even just in the past year, been capable of things I only dreamed of! I used to never be able to finish music I started. But in the last few years I’ve completed original music and scores for feature films and short films as well as my own personal projects! I’ve written in styles of music I never knew I had in me to write!

The thing that’s been the most fulfilling about this work, though has been connecting with passionate people telling stories, and who seem to enjoy as much as I do talking about how to support the story and characters through music. I love talking about intention, and developing arcs, themes and motifs that help build up the worlds created by passionate storytellers. I love using insights into characters lives to develop unique signature sonics for the score. And these kinds of relationships have led to me being invited back by the same people for their next films!

That’s what I’m hoping to find here. I’m finding there’s always a “next job”, but I find greater meaning and fulfillment in the work of the story, not just the next job. Truly collaborating with creative minds versus churning out cues with little thoughtfulness. And I love helping out and being cheerleader for others! I don’t see others who do what I do as enemy competition. You’re struggling through, or have struggled through, just like me so I’m excited when someone gets a win!

I know this is a long “howdy-do!”, but this is me and what it is I hope to gain by being here. Reaching out to new people is especially hard to do given my atypical nature. I tend not to have much to say unless directly related to music for storytelling. So if you made it this far with me…please reach out and say “hi”, and drop me a note with one of your favorite story & music pairings. And please, don’t be afraid to get nerdy about it!

Thanks!

I joined Stage 32 a while back but I’m not the best at social media so I’m just introducing myself now. I am many things but right now I’m focusing on officially starting my writing career. I’ve just begun writing my first horror screenplay this past week.

Some of my backstory: I grew up around East LA in a pretty creative family and was always encouraged to try everything. I grew up loving photography, painting, flute, dance, writing, and movies. I knew I wanted to work in movies when I was twelve and my sister began teaching me theater makeup (she was a stage manager and makeup artist). I received my certificate in makeup for film and theater after high school but after a year or so, decided it wasn’t what I wanted to do every day. I held a day job for years and after losing it to the pandemic, decided to pursue art again.

I completed a certificate program for Film History and wanted to use it for writing, which led me to becoming a story analyst with the Hollywood Gatekeepers program. My favorite genres are drama, comedy, and horror. I want to help writers of all backgrounds develop their character-driven stories.

I look forward to connecting with you all!

Hi, Community!

My name is Ashley Smith and I’m Head of Community here at Stage 32!

Prior to joining this incredible team, I spent nearly 7 years at a boutique development and talent management company where I was deeply involved with every development project, management client, and administrative aspect of running the company. I oversaw a rich development slate of films, ongoing series, and limited series across genres and developed projects for Amazon, Sony TV, FX, Universal TV, Paramount TV, Legendary Global, MGM, A&E, Concord Originals, and many others.

Here at Stage 32, I’m honored to oversee this fantastic Community. As well as the daily Blog, twice weekly AMAs, monthly in-person Meetups, and numerous volunteer efforts to make your time here at Stage 32 as helpful and resourceful as possible. It’s always my goal to bring you all exciting resources and information to help you network, connect, and learn more about various disciplines and processes within the entertainment industry.

I’d love to know what you all enjoy most about being a part of the Stage 32 community, what you’d like to see more of, the kind of AMAs that you’d like to see in the lounges, and the type of blog topics that you would enjoy!

Don’t be a stranger! I look forward to connecting with you all.

Hello, my name is Angel. I am an author and screenwriter. We also have a music label we have just launched called Guaqui Music and Arts. You can listen to us on Spotify under Guaqui brothers' Latin band.

I am also trying to find some extras for a few trailers I want to shoot that revolve around my script In Plain Sight. We already have the venue camera and sound personnel. I have the lead guy for the shoot. It will be shot in Brooklyn New York between Cortelyou and Ditmas Ave. If anyone is interested in participation and is in the New York City area message me for more details. Now, that being said I have to be 100 0/0 transparent, these are non-paid roles but you will be listed on the credits. The goal is to set up a Zoom and have a read and see how the lines flow. From there we can start selecting candidates who will then memorize their lines. Again if you are interested, Leave me a message in my inbox for more details. Thank you everyone for being in this wonderful community we call stage32

Thank you for all your inspiration.

My story started very young, not even 7 years old, I kept taking my mother’s camera rolls, and finishing them all.

I had such a need for creating stories

with them.

I kept seeing things others didn’t.

I saw potential stories and pictures everywhere. My head was always full of ideas.

I have worked many years in the music-,

and travelindustry.

But am new to this.

Other passions are to create my own music, write song lyrics, poetry, content.

I also still do a lot of photography,

and videography..

And graphic design, voiceacting,

animal training, translating, and subtitles..

To be creative is like breathing to me-

I can’t live without it.

And I have always known that this was what I was put here to do, write stories.

Drama, with a bit of nerve, true stories.

and about strong women thinking outside the box, mental deseases, documentaries, / travel, is what I want to do.

And I also have a passion for saving our planet/sustainable living/ herbs/ powerplants/ living off the grid.

I have several ideas I have wanted to put on the screen for some time now.

I am thrilled to be here.

I love being around creative spirits.

Will be very greatful for anything I can

learn from everyone else here.

Thank you.

Hello from Illinois. I've been a member of Stage 32 for a couple of years focusing primarily on my two screenplays. In recent weeks, I've been tweaking the tiniest of things, and over-obsessing on the loglines and synopsis. I'm really enjoying myself although all other hobbies are taking a back seat right now.

Hey Everyone! I'm an aspiring TV Staff Writer living in Austin, Texas previously from Big Tech and indie filmmaking background here in Austin. I'm looking to connect with other Writers, Managers, and Producers here on Stage32. I currently have one TV Drama pilot that placed in Chicago Screenplay Awards, BlueCat Screenplay Competition, and recently the Big Apple Screenplay Awards (Honorable Mention), and I'm currently working on developing concepts for my second TV Drama pilot.

My goal is to write for an IP-based show in Superhero, Fantasy, Sci-Fi genres or develop my own project in that space. Would love to connect! Thanks