Christmas Movie Screenwriter - 27: Is Cold Querying Producers Worth It?

27: Is Cold Querying Producers Worth It?

11/20/24 • 25 min

Discover Candice Cain’s journey from self-starter to successful screenwriter and learn her top strategies for breaking into the Christmas TV movie market.

Whether you’re crafting your first Christmas script or looking to grow in the festive film industry, this episode is packed with actionable advice.

For a full transcript, an action checklist and the show notes – go here:

https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/27-is-cold-querying-producers/

Discover Candice Cain’s journey from self-starter to successful screenwriter and learn her top strategies for breaking into the Christmas TV movie market.

Whether you’re crafting your first Christmas script or looking to grow in the festive film industry, this episode is packed with actionable advice.

For a full transcript, an action checklist and the show notes – go here:

https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/27-is-cold-querying-producers/

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26: Screenwriter Reveals What Hallmark Looks For

Screenwriter Zac Hug shares why crafting moments of joy, especially tears of joy, is key to creating compelling Christmas movies that attract producers and networks like Hallmark. Learn how to balance innovation while staying true to the genre’s emotional core.

Whether you're writing for a seasoned audience or aiming to sell your first script, Zac’s insights on crafting joy-filled moments, effective writers' groups, and pitching strategies will help you stand out in the Christmas TV-movie market.

For the show notes, an action checklist and a full transcript - go here:

https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/26-why-tears-of-joy-sell-christmas-scripts/

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28: Should Christmas Writers Say 'I Do' to Romance Scripts?

🎬 Exploring Year-Round Opportunities Beyond the Holiday Season

💘 Should Christmas scribes focus on romance scripts? Producer Kristofer McNeeley reveals why the romance genre might be a smarter move.

Is the romance market bigger than Christmas scripts? Producer Kristofer McNeeley shares insider tips on standing out in a packed market, from crafting unique concepts to creating diverse, relatable characters. He explains why modern Christmas and romance movies thrive on internal conflict and heartwarming resolutions rather than traditional antagonists. And in a surprising twist, Kristofer encourages Christmas screenwriters to explore the untapped potential of the romance genre.

✅ For an action checklist, the show notes and a full transcript – go here: https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/28-should-christmas-writers-say-i-do-to-romance-scripts/