Recommended Screenwriters
ScreenwritingU Alum Jeff Gress (ProSeries 54, MSC 5) had his screenplay optioned by Ron Singer of “That’s Hollywood Pictures.” Ron Singer is a producer known for I AM MICHAEL (2015) starring James Franco, Zachary Quinto, Emma Roberts, and IN DUBIOUS BATTLE (2016) starring Nat Wolff, James Franco, Vincent D’Onofrio. The film is currently in development.
ScreenwritingU Alum, C.J. Knapp (ProSeries 26, MSC 7) had her screenplay optioned by producer Devin Reeve. C.J. connected with Devin during the marketing phase of ScreenwritingU’s Master Screenwriter Certificate Program. The project is currently in development. Great Job, C.J.!
ScreenwritingU Alum, Martin Gomez (ProSeries 37, MSC 4) had his supernatural thriller, FIRE IN THE WALLS, optioned by producer Lisa Bruhn. Martin’s screenplay received a strong recommend on coverage with a 96 percent overall score. The project is currently in the development phase. Congratulations, Martin!
“There’s nothing wrong with your script. It just needs a rewrite…” I know, it hurts hearing something like that. Just when you thought your script was ready, they are pointing to other improvements they want. But doing the right rewrite can not only elevate your script, but your status as a professional screenwriter. If you
ScreenwritingU Alum Laura Wiand (ProSeries 45, MSC 5) had her script, JACOB’S GHOST, optioned by Rodrigo Galavis of With Sugar Please. Also attached is producer Maria Alejandra Guerrero Rocca, of GodArt Studio The project is currently in development. Congratulations, Laura!
ScreenwritingU Alum David Jones (ProSeries 44) had his horror script PASSENGERS optioned by Matthew Grant Godbey of CineFocus Productions. Attached to direct the film is Diana Valentine (NCIS: LA, Criminal Minds, Nip/Tuck ) The project is funded and David is currently doing rewrites. CineFocus Productions has also signed David on as a salaried screenwriter to
Sean Cunningham one of the creators of the cult classic, Friday the 13th has come on board as Executive Producer on ScreenwritingU Alum Nicole Jones Dion’s (ProSeries 19, MSC2) screenplay THE ELEVATOR GAME based on a true story. Nicole previously worked with the legendary horror producer and director Sean Cunningham when he hired her in
ScreenwritingU Alum Jeff Gress (ProSeries 54, MSC 5) has landed representation with manager Olga Nerey of Dapper Bird Entertainment. Jeff connected with Olga during the marketing phase of the Master Screenwriter Certificate Program. Great News, Jeff!
ScreenwritingU Alum Delia Colvin’s (ProSeries 49, MSC 4) thriller, RADAR CONTACT was optioned by Kim Furst of Kilo Foxtrot Films. Kim Furst is an award-winning director/producer. Harrison Ford has starred in her last three films. Delia wrote the first draft of RADAR CONTACT as part of the development team for ScreenwritingU’s MASTERING THE THRILLER GENRE.