Screenwriting Blog

The SoCreate Dashboard is where every story begins, bringing all the powerful features you need together in one place to bring your story to life. This blog is here to break it all down and give you a reference point whenever you need it. In the upper left corner, you’ll find a hamburger menu icon with four horizontal lines that provides access to many context-specific, powerful tools throughout the platform....... Continue reading

Getting quality feedback on your screenplay is one of the most valuable steps in the writing process, and SoCreate makes it easier than ever. SoCreate Feedback is a built-in feature that allows writers to request and receive feedback directly on their stories within the SoCreate platform. With just a few clicks, you can open your story to the SoCreate writing community or a private collaborator and collect valuable notes tied directly to specific parts of your script........ Continue reading

SoCreate Writer is a tool built for storytellers of any level to express themselves without worrying about formalities. Writer was designed to make the writing process fun and stress-free, creating an immersive and enjoyable environment for creativity to thrive. Whether you're writing your first short film or developing an entire television series, this guide will walk you through every part of the Writer platform, so you can confidently craft stories that shine....... Continue reading

Have an idea brewing? Transform your storytelling journey with our highly requested new outline stream. To begin using SoCreate’s new feature, all you need is an idea! With your idea, you can jump into the Outline Stream and start building your story. SoCreate has built an easy-to-use outlining structure so you can immerse yourself entirely in story structure and development. Outlining your story before........ Continue reading

Being able to paint a vivid picture, through your screenwriting, that will bring your story to life on the screen is the key to grabbing your audience’s attention. Whether you’re a first-time storyteller or a veteran screenwriter, thinking more like a filmmaker can make all the difference. SoCreate Storyteller lets you visualize and structure your script in a cinematic way, helping you connect more powerfully with readers, collaborators, and future viewers...... Continue reading

This week, we are excited to spotlight SoCreate member, Réjean Auger! For Réjean Auger, the journey to becoming a screenwriter began long before he ever put pen to paper. "I was born on the south shore of Montreal and spent my childhood and youth in the big city," he shares. "At 7 years old, I dreamed of being a writer and writing film scripts. I was a dreamer, I loved archaeology, ancient civilizations, and knights. I loved telling incredible stories." Those dreams have evolved..... Continue reading

This week, we’re thrilled to spotlight SoCreate member William Fletcher! William's journey into screenwriting began in 2016 while studying Film and Television at JMC Academy Brisbane. His first script, “Hit The Highway,” a crime-drama road trip, showcased his ambition and storytelling potential. Since then, his writing has evolved to include impactful stories like “Trapped Inside,” a short film created for MYND Initiative that explores the experience of living with Schizophrenia, a story deeply personal to William..... Continue reading

Meet Anistetus Nonso Dike, this week’s SoCreate Member Spotlight! Nonso is a storyteller who crafts words with the precision of an athlete and the heart of a healer. Born in Nigeria, raised in South Africa, and now creating in Canada, his journey spans cultures, rhythms, and perspectives. Living with congenital anosmia, Nonso has learned to experience the world through heightened senses of sound, sight, and emotion. His scripts blend poetic dialogue with meaningful stories........ Continue reading

We’re thrilled to highlight Nick Newman as this week’s SoCreate Member Spotlight! Nick is a dedicated storyteller who brings his imaginative worlds to life through screenwriting and fiction. His journey began at just 16, when a creative classroom assignment sparked his passion for storytelling, leading to his first short film, The Cobra Killers. Since then, Nick has continued to create, most recently with his novel Tyranny, a dystopian epic that explores the struggles of a young man....... Continue reading

This week, we’re excited to spotlight SoCreate Member: Michel Kinsola! Michel is a passionate and resilient storyteller whose journey into screenwriting has been shaped by personal experiences and a deep desire to create stories that resonate with universal emotions. What began as a childhood dream to become a football player turned into a lifelong pursuit of screenwriting, where perseverance and creativity collide. From adapting classic literature to working on science fiction sagas..... Continue reading