Work one-on-one with an executive at mutually agreed upon times around your schedule. To start, you'll have a 15-minute strategy call with your executive to get the lay of the land for the month. Then, you’ll have email access to your executive throughout, plus four one-hour story notes sessions. Work on a single screenplay or multiple scripts plus get additional notes on your pitch, brand strategy, and career advice - work your mentorship to its fullest potential!
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.
Private Month Mentorship
Each month mentorship kicks off with a preliminary 15-min. call to set expectations and lay out strategy for the month. Writer will have email access to the executive plus 4x one-hour consultations with the exec. Exec will read up to 4 scripts in one month (different drafts of the same script or 4 different scripts) and conduct 4x one-hour story notes calls. Calls can also include feedback on your pitch, branding, or career strategy.
If you pay with the deposit/payment plan, your second half will be due the 2nd week of the Mentorship. If you need a different type of payment plan, email dorian@roadmapwriters.com.
**Please note feature screenplays are limited to 120 pages maximum. Please contact terra@roadmapwriters.com for pricing on a Month Mentorship on screenplays exceeding 120 pages.
What To Expect
After registering, you will receive an automatic Order Confirmation email. Then Roadmap's Director of Consultations, Terra Joy, will get your mentor looped in with you! If you do not hear from Terra or the exec within 3 days of registering, feel free to email terra@roadmapwriters.com for an update.
Before starting your Month Mentorship, please ensure you are familiar with our Code of Conduct.