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Hi everyone! I've been in Hollywood for 12+ years and in the last few, have been diligently working to build up a writing portfolio. I consider myself still slightly green about this stuff although I have been part of a team in a writer's room on an animated feature and have written and directed several shorts. I'm hoping to connect with other writers with similar interests and experience in screenwriting and would enjoy reading other people's scripts and providing constructive feedback. The work that I mainly create with my writing partner tends to lean into the dramatic sci-fi or thriller genre material so hopefully, that gives you an idea of what to expect when you read something from me. Of course, if there are any producers interested in collaborating or whatnot, I'm open to that as well! Looking forward to connecting here!
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Hi Michael - awesome that you’ve jumped into the conversation. It’s great to meet you here in the community. Sounds like you have some terrific projects. In regard to building your writing portfolio to attract managers and production companies here’s a link to an upcoming Stage 32 lab with a lit manager who works with writers on that very thing - check out how the lab is designed: https://www.stage32.com/classes/Writers-Pitch-Lab-Build-Your-Professiona...
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Hello Michael. You're going to love it here. My favorite place to be. I sent you a network request!
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Hi James - what a fantastic background you have! Congratulations on choosing today to step into your spotlight! Andrew Kersey is helming an AMA in the screenwriting lounge - you should check it out ...
https://www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting/Writing-for-film-and-tv-Ask...
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Hey, Michael. Glad you decided to introduce yourself. I checked out your demo reel teaser. Wow! Incredible reel!!! :D
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Thanks, Maurice! Hoping to transfer my storytelling abilities on set and post into screenwriting. Looking forward to learning more about a lot of y'all on here!
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Welcome to the community :)
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You're welcome, Michael Stratigakis. Have you been to the Screenwriting Lounge (www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting)? It has a ton of great resources and advice. The Screenwriting Blogs do too (www.stage32.com/blog/tags/screenwriting-25).
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Fantastic to have you here, Michael. Great IY post. Looking forward to seeing you around and to your contributions. Cheers.
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Hey Michael, great to have you here! Looking forward to connect, and congrats on your impressive work done so far :)
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Welcome Michael! Nice to meet you. Glad you're here.