Screenwriting Blog

Internship Alert! There are SO many more remote opportunities for film industry internships than ever before. Are you looking for internships this fall? If you can earn college credit, there may be an opportunity here for you. SoCreate is not affiliated with the following internship opportunities. Please direct all questions to the email address provided for each internship listing. Do you want to list an internship opportunity? Comment below with your listing and we'll add it to our page with the next update! Continue reading

Members can show off their creative work with custom Creator Profiles, which display your SoCreate Stories, experience, and bio information. It’s like IMDb meets LinkedIn meets your writing portfolio – all of the good stuff is now in one place! With a custom Creator Profile, members have: An online portfolio to add your photo, experience, bio, and list available SoCreate stories; A unique URL to share your stories with the world, fully customizable in your SoCreate ... Continue reading

It's probably the most-asked question we hear, "How do I get an agent or manager?" In today's video tip with aspiring screenwriter Ashlee Stormo, she's showing you exactly how she uses popular online platform IMDb Pro to find potential managers and agents that are the right fit for her. Keep in mind, a writer doesn't need representation (screenwriter Adam G. Simon told us this hilarious story of how he represented himself to get his movie "Man Down" made), but it certainly can help. Some writers think querying is an outdated way to get in front of potential agents and managers, but there are plenty ... Continue reading

Mark Steenbarger, founder of Point of View Story, is a filmmaker on a mission: to create short narrative films that inspire deep self-reflection and healing. His latest short films, Betrayal and Burden, offer powerful insights into how deeply held beliefs can shape our lives and relationships. And with the help of SoCreate, Mark has streamlined his filmmaking process, using the platform to collaborate more effectively and bring these meaningful stories ... Continue reading

Adapting a novel into a film can be one of the most rewarding but challenging endeavors a screenwriter takes on. A novel’s sprawling narratives, subplots, and internal monologues have to be condensed into a visual medium, all while keeping the essence of the story intact. With the right tools and approach, however, this process can be simplified! SoCreate’s revolutionary screenwriting platform is designed to make adapting a book to a movie easier ... Continue reading

What are some of the strangest screenwriting tips you’ve tried to get over a writing slump? In this week’s video with Ashlee Stormo, she’s testing out four tricks to see what works. From Ashlee: “Hello, SoCreators! What writing exercises or tips can you share with us? This week I tested out four from various professional screenwriters and rated whether they helped me or not. Have you tried any of these?” Transcript: Hello friends! My name is Ashlee Stormo, and as you may have seen over the last few weeks, I have been partnering with SoCreate to show you what life as an aspiring screenwriter looks ... Continue reading

Randi Barros is making waves in the film industry with her latest project, YES, a short film written using SoCreate’s screenwriting software. As a Nicholl Semi-finalist with an impressive career spanning editing, teaching, and award-winning screenwriting, Barros is a force to be reckoned with in the world of filmmaking. Her latest film, YES, not only showcases her immense talent but also highlights the power of SoCreate, the innovative ... Continue reading

Toronto Film Festival, September 1, 1976: The very first Toronto International Film Festival, or TIFF as it’s often abbreviated, happened on this day in history in 1976. Nearly half a million people attend the event every year. The event has morphed into a permanent aspect in Toronto as well, occupying a space in the downtown area that offers year-round screenings, workshops, and industry support. TIFF drew 35,000 people and 127 films from 30 different countries in its first year, but Hollywood did not show up. American filmmakers felt that the Canadian audience would have too conservative a view to appreciate its projects. The event is now one ... Continue reading