If readers aren’t grabbed by your story in the first 15 pages, they may not keep reading. Submit the first 15 pages of your script and have a 15-minute story notes call with the executive of your choice. This call will help you create a strong opening/act one to keep readers going until FADE OUT.
Questions? Email terra@roadmapwriters.com
In pitching a show, especially to major networks, I focus on delivering a clear, authentic vision that resonates with the brand while still standing out. The key is in knowing the balance between structure and originality. Make sure your story’s DNA is immediately identifiable—be it the cultural depth or your unique POV. I aim to present my concept through the lens of both character and tone, making it easy for execs to visualize the show as a seamless fit in their lineup while feeling fresh.
Right now, I'm particularly interested in bold, character-driven stories that mix thriller, supernatural, and drama elements, especially if they involve complex family dynamics or untangle hidden secrets. I’m drawn to one-hour TV dramas that push the boundaries of conventional storytelling—think of the sharp tension and unraveling mysteries in shows like TRUE DETECTIVE or BIG LITTLE LIES, but with a cultural edge that highlights Latinx or immigrant perspectives.
I also love half-hour dramedies that dive into identity and community with humor and heart. Stories like SUPERSTORE or RAMY—shows that don’t shy away from real-life messiness and have a distinct cultural POV—are right up my alley. I'm especially interested in creating and uplifting stories that reflect the voice of bicultural, bilingual characters navigating intersecting worlds, with moments that feel both real and elevated.
David Ramirez is a writer who lives life with each foot planted firmly in different ponds. Born in Colombia and raised in the United States, he channels a rich blend of cultural influences into his storytelling, creating narratives that are as diverse as they are compelling. With ease, he shifts between genres, delivering both gripping dramas and sharp comedies infused with depth and excitement.
Most recently, Ramirez wrote a horror-comedy pilot script for Disney General Entertainment titled, LOS LEYENDAS. Prior to this, he wrote for the reboot of the iconic American animated television series THE RUGRATS, and also served as a staff writer on the hit Disney show GABBY DURAN AND THE UNSITTABLES. In 2020, Ramirez was selected to participate in the highly regarded Walt Disney Writers' Program. With previous experience as a writer's assistant on CBS' EVIL and THE GOOD FIGHT, as well as internships at renowned shows such as SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE and THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JIMMY FALLON, Ramirez brings a wealth of experience to his craft. A graduate of NYU Tisch School of the Arts' BFA program in Film and Television, Ramirez has lived in Bogota, New York City, and Pembroke Pines, FL. With a dynamic voice that effortlessly blends humor and heart, David Ramirez strives to make a lasting impact on audiences and pave the way for a more inclusive future.
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