TV Writer Chat: Getting & Giving Notes Transcript for July 22, 2012

Getting & Giving Notes Transcript for July 22, 2012

o??? about 1 hour ago?Next week we're discussing a TBD procedural script (not a pilot this time) We'll post the link to read it on the chat website!?#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?When you find a good reader, who is honest and takes the time, cherish them and return the favor. They are so few.#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?Other general note advice: It only takes ONE PERSON who "gets it" to change everything, from the script itself to your career.?#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?for notes on pilots, i look for how clearly the character relationships and conflicts are established for future episodes?#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?With specs I want feedback on whether or not I have the voice/tone/structure of the show and characters down.#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?How about when giving/getting notes on a spec script? What specifically do you look for when giving/getting notes on one??#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?What point in your writing process do you generally seek out feedback? We heard some for outline. 1st draft? Rewrite??#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?kind of related to notes, when you're in the room, you're supposed to pitch positive and not pitch problems.#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?Anybody care to share any general/broad script notes you have received that you found/continue to find helpful?#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?I once got a note from an agent telling me my writing was awkward. I stopped writing for almost 2 years. Not smart.?#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?One secret pitfall of getting notes is assuming you're always wrong/reader is always right. Just as bad as the reverse.?#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?The best thing I get from notes, I realize I didn't get my thought on the page. But I saw it because it was in my head.#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?It could be easy to get overwhelmed, anybody have any set process or plan of attack for addressing notes after you get 'em??#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?And in screenwriting receiving & executing notes is extremely important when developing screenplay with a producer/studio/etc.?#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?I've been lucky enough to find writers that have written a lot more than me offer notes. I learned to trust them and let go.?#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?Showrunners and writing staffs want to work with people who are receptive to notes and give thoughtful/helpful notes.?#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?Try and say something positive before you say anything negative. (I've messed up here but try and remember it.)#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?It really is difficult to find someone to read your scripts and give honest feedback. Be gracious for their time.#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?+ means you're not receptive to problems in the script. If a note doesn't make sense, it just means *something* isn't working.?#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?Worst thing you can do is argue over notes. Use what works, discard the rest. You could lose your note-giver if you argue.?#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?in my writers groups, we give notes on the outline before we get to script pages so we can really work out the structure.?#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?Important thing 2keep in mind is-something might seem obvious 2u because u *know* it objective observer sees smthing else.?#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?It's OK for someone to have a better take, a better joke, a better out. In the end, the script is better & THAT's what matters?#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?Often a note may reveal a bigger issue, possibly one that requires going back to the 1st act where many problems stem from.?#tvwriterchat o??? about 1 hour ago?Developed a thick skin for it in grad school. People would rip work to shreds & you were captive audience.Xcellent practice.?#tvwriterchat

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