Introduce Yourself : Pitch Ready by Keith Crawford

First off, fantastic to have you here, Keith. Second, shoot an email to the Development Success Team at Success@stage32.com and let them know about your screenplays. They can point you in the right direction executive wise.

Thanks Richard, will do

Absolutely, Keith. No problem.

Hey, Keith Crawford. "Easy Rider" and "The Da Vinci Code." That's a unique mix! :D

Thanks Maurice

You're welcome, Keith Crawford. I checked out your profile, and I think the loglines for "Projects 1-3" need some work. Here’s a logline template that will help you write your loglines:

“After ______ (the inciting incident/the event that sets the plot in motion), a _______ (the protagonist with an adjective) tries to _______ (goal of story) so ________ (stakes).”

Loglines are one or two sentences (a one-sentence logline sounds better and it takes less time for a producer, director, etc. to read it). You can add the antagonist in the logline. The inciting incident can also be at the end of the logline.

Avoid using “must” in loglines because “must” sounds like the main character is forced to do whatever the goal of the story is (instead of the main character doing it willingly), and “must” doesn’t sound active. Audrey Knox (a TV literary manager) also said this during a logline review webinar on Stage 32 (https://www.stage32.com/webinars/The-Write-Now-Challenge-The-Logline-Rev...). Instead of using “must,” use “attempts to,” “fights to,” “struggles to,” “strives to,” “sets out to,” “fights,” “battles,” “engages in,” “participates,” “competes,” etc.

Example #1:

“After a group of dog criminals arrives in a small town, an impulsive dog sheriff defends a dog treat factory so they won’t steal food that’s meant for hungry dog families.”

Example #2:

“A dysfunctional couple works together to survive against bears after they crash on an abandoned road miles from help.”

NOTE: Not all stories will follow this logline template. Biopics and documentaries might not follow this template. The overall logline for a TV show might not follow this template, but the logline for an episode in the show could.

Hope this helps.

Thanks so much Maurice, I will follow your suggestions

You're welcome, Keith.

Nope, it doesn't, Marty Howe . We have hundreds of free resources here as well. By the way, I'd highly recommend uploading a profile photo and a bio so you are visible on this platform in all areas.

Hi Keith Crawford - It's great to meet you. Having worked in advertising before making the transition into Hollywood, I have huge respect for copywriters. If you can tell a story in a short format you can tell a story in any format.

I'm the director of education here at Stage 32. If I can ever be helpful on your Stage 32 journey please reach out to me at edu@stage32.com.

Hi Sam, sent you an email, thanks Keith

Easy Rider and the Davinci Code is a cool combo - congratulations on completing the screenplay!

Thanks so much Amanda

Welcome Keith! Nice to meet you. Glad you're here.

Thank you so much Matthew