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Expert Profile: Roger S. H. Schulman

Expertise:  I can answer questions on the creative aspects of writing for features and television comedy: brainstorming, character development, plotting, story structure, dialog, rewriting, editing, etc. I can also address the business side of show business: pitching, writing and presenting treatments, "taking" meetings, common pitfalls, etc. I'm also well versed in the relationship between screenwriting and computers: software for scriptwriting, brainstorming, presentation, outlining, an d general organization. I'm also a producer, and so can answer questions regarding the ins and outs of television production, specifically the half-hour arena. Visit my scriptwriting blog at http://scriptwriting.blogspot.com.

Experience in the area
I have been working in Hollywood as a screenwriter for both TV and features for many years. I'm an Executive Producer and "showrunner" who has run several prime-time and cable comedies. I've written several featurs and contributed to many more for several major studios.

Organizations
Writers Guild of America, West

Publications
Newsweek, BusinessWeek, GQ, Connoisseur, UPI, New York Daily News, please visit my blog at http://scriptwriting.blogspot.com

Education/Credentials
I have a Masters of Science in Journalism from Columbia University.

Awards and Honors
Academy Award Nomination, Best Adapted Screenplay British Academy Award, Best Adapted Screenplay NAACP "Image" Award, Best Television Comedy "Annie" Award, Best Animated Film

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What do you like about this subject?  Writing is my vocation and avocation. There's an awful lot of bad writing out there, and if I can contribute in some small way to stamping it out, I will rest easier.
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:  Journalism can form an excellent foundation for screenwriting.
Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 1610
Knowledge   9.82   Best of the best
Clarity of Response   9.86   Best of the best
Timeliness   10.0   Best of the best
Politeness   9.94   Best of the best
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Total Questions
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User Comments
Thank you very much ... it is helpful.
(Tim on 09/27/08)
Thank you, Roger, for your prompt, useful --and I have to give props--entertaining reply. It makes me feel, as someone in this often solitary occup
(Mark on 09/18/08)
Thanks so much. Will do
(Ann on 09/09/08)
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Recent Answers from Roger S. H. Schulman
2008-10-08  Script Writing Mentorship - High School Senior Project Bryce, I'll probably have to say no to your flattering request, as my current production schedule keeps me very busy. However, I want to give it my best shot. First, I'll need some additional information...
2008-10-08  script short The whole one-page-equals-one-minute thing is a very crude tool that's become standard but isn't expected to be accurate. What's more important is that your script appear professional, and in my opinion...
2008-09-20  Transitions in a Screenplay You understand completely about the CUT TO: thing. About the series of shots and montage, I wouldn't get too fussy. Really, anyone who says they have THE hard-and-fast rule is just blowing smoke....
2008-09-19  Transitions in a Screenplay There are many differing opinions because there is no factual answer. So leave it me to give you but one more differing opinion. The trend is away from transitions as script readers and production...
2008-09-17  short film option "They would take care of you" can mean anything from give you half the profits to ignore you completely to letting the police find your body in the trunk of an 89 Buick Electra. As soon as I hear that...
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