Introduce Yourself : Howdy! by Joshua Norton

Joshua Norton

Howdy!

Hi everyone! I am Josh. I wrote a script (a bleak, depressing, awful sci-fi that will leave you feeling empty inside - it's also pretty hopeful). I don't know what to do with it and I have absolutely NO connections to anyone in the industry. I like sci-fi, action, and drama. The composer Shiro Sagisu is brilliant. I think our species might be doomed, but that just gives us more to write and talk about so it's all good! I am waiting to add a real picture of me until I can think of a cool pose to be in - until then I have added a chunky cat as my profile picture; I also like fat, chunky cats. But anyway - nice to meet everyone!

Maurice Vaughan

Welcome to the community, Joshua Norton. Nice to meet you too.

You could post your logline, synopsis, and script on your profile. Producers search profiles on here for projects. Click the gear symbol in the top right-hand corner and select “Edit profile” in the drop-down menu. Scroll down to “Loglines” and click “Add/edit loglines” to the right of “Loglines.” You can also post your logline, synopsis, and script on your profile this way (near the top where it says “Add a Logline”): www.stage32.com/loglines

Networking is an excellent way to make connections. The November Write Club blog for this week is about networking/finding and building your creative community (www.stage32.com/blog/november-write-club-week-2-how-to-find-build-the-cr...).

And here are some other blogs about networking: www.stage32.com/blog/tags/networking-41

Joshua Norton

You're a saint for taking the time to help a clueless newbie.

Maurice Vaughan

No problem, Joshua Norton. I was a clueless newbie once. Are you a Sci-Fi writer, or do you write other genres too?

Joshua Norton

I also like small city/town dramas.

Maurice Vaughan

Cool, Joshua Norton. I like to write small-town scripts. I think one reason is because I'm from a small town. I like to mix genres when I write scripts too. Do you ever mix genres?

Imad Chelloufi

Congratulations bro I wish you will become a famous screenplay and get the first contract in your carrier

Nick Phillips

Not to worry Joshua Norton. As you can see, newbies have a home here at Stage 32!

Joshua Norton

Mixing genres is awesome - David Lynch is a great example of bringing in strange factors to small town settings. Combos that I think are particularly interesting is grounded, military action with fantastical elements (like Metal Gear Solid) - or small-town dramas with an undertone of cosmic horror.

Maurice Vaughan

David Lynch is a phenomenal director/writer/producer, Joshua Norton! I've heard of Cosmic Horror, but I haven't written one yet. I want to. I played Metal Gear Solid growing up. I want to see a Metal Gear Solid movie!

Ashley Renee Smith

Welcome to Stage 32, Joshua Norton! The best way to network here on Stage 32, is to be involved and active within the lounges on a regular basis. You can find them all by clicking here: https://www.stage32.com/lounge

I also suggest that you replace the headshot on your account with an actual photo of yourself. It's always easier to network with people when they can connect a face to a name. It adds a personal touch that can be so important online. =)

In addition to the great links that Maurice shared, you should also check out this great blog about all the ways you can make the most out of your time here on Stage 32, following Introduce Yourself Weekend: https://www.stage32.com/blog/keeping-up-the-momentum-from-introduce-your...

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