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One of the main questions executives will ask writers is, "What is the engine of your story?" It is the heart, and the fuel that drives your feature or TV pilot forward consistently. It’s what makes your audience want to keep watching. Your story engine is essential.
Manager Conrad Sun will break down how your story engine can manifest, and how to make sure it's clear and golden. He will be examining the engines for THE WALKING DEAD, ARMAGEDDON, FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS, JERRY MAGUIRE, ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK, and others!
This 80-Min. Webinar Covers:
- What exactly is a story engine?
- How to test the viability of your story engine
- The difference between internal vs. external stakes and how they’re co-dependent
- How to create empathy for your characters
- How to properly communicate your story engine when you pitch
A graduate of the Peter Stark Producing Program at the University of Southern California, Conrad Sun is a literary manager at Sundust Management. Prior to co-founding Sundust, Conrad was the head of Meridian Artists' Los Angeles Division where he has been a literary manager since 2014. Conrad built the Los Angeles roster and manages all of Meridian's LA-based clients for both staffing and development as well as developing properties and preparing clients in the Toronto office for the US market. Conrad’s passion is working with writers and directors who want to tell authentic stories regardless of the genre or platform. Previously, Conrad has worked in content development at Epix, Hasbro Studios (OUIJA, MY LITTLE PONY: THE MOVIE), Gran Via Productions (BREAKING BAD), and New Wave Entertainment (MY BEST FRIEND’S GIRL). Client credits include: PEN15, THE BOYS, BLINDSPOT, BOJACK HORSEMAN, GOSSIP GIRL, HARDY BOYS, COMMUNITY, ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK, THE LAST O.G., HAWAII FIVE-O, GOD FRIENDED ME, SELENA, SWAT, TWO BROKE GIRLS, MOM.
Conrad's lecture is a great one to revisit before starting any new project. He helps you get back to the basics, and provides a checklist for the essential ingredients of a script.
~ Stella Ruggiero, Screenwriter
Questions?
If you have any questions or any trouble accessing the recording, email our Director of Education Alexandra Davies at alex@roadmapwriters.com!