Story Support

Bren is available for many of your screenwriting needs:

Script Consulting

Get your screenplay to the next level by working with a screenwriter with over 10 years experience.  I have collaborated on multiple scripts and currently consult as a story analyst for Act One Program and Keys2ScriptSuccess.  Now I am trying to reduce the number of pages I have to write for providing feedback.   Try one of the following:

Quick Evaluation:  $50

Many times you don't have to submit a completed project to get the analysis you really need.  Submit one of the following:

  • Your first 10 pages - you will receive a complete analysis and proofread as well as expectations and ideas for the rest of your story based on your set up.
  • Your whole screenplay - beginning, middle and end - written in less than 2 pages.   Choose a basic coverage analysis of its strengths and weaknesses, or a 1 hour phone or skype conversation that will focus on the above, plus brainstorming to take your concept to the next level.

Full Script Analysis - $300

This isn't coverage but a full-scale assessment and brainstorming of improvement, without the paperwork.  We will discuss your work in-depth over a 2 hour phone or skype conversation.  

Why am I doing this?  Over the past years of doing script analysis, I've learned that after crafting a strong analysis with effective story tools and ideas, I can still miss the intent of your project because what you really want to convey might not be on the page!  I have found that a substantive discussion with the writer creates a clearer opportunity to identify weaknesses and elevate your project by working with you.

Hire Bren!

Writing Assignments. Adaptations or new tales, I'm available for assessing scripts and doing the next draft as well. Some scripts simply need a polish of dialog. Some need structural work followed by character development.  Big jobs and small, I work quickly and efficiently. 

Lectures.  I have lectured on Unified Structure: Using Theme to Develop Character and Plot at both the 168 Film Festival and the Kingdomwood Film Festival.  And now, a full weekend seminar, Pre-Script Pro-Strategy.

Mentorship.  I am an active mentor for Act One Program, so if you're wrestling through the next draft of your script, I am available for ongoing instruction for $50 per session after the initial Quick Evaluation or Full Script Analysis listed above.

Contact me with questions or to start your script elevation process.

For tips on developing stories,
dive into the story toolbox.

 

Story Tools

What some are saying about Bren's story support

Thanks so much for your thoughts, Bren. You da best. You are now my offical Logline Genie/Angel/Saint (pick your title) since you helped me select [the right] logline and talked it through with me.

Budding Hollywood screenwriter

Fantastic 90 minutes. Can't thank you enough for the time you spent. Your depth of understanding is amazing. Will keep in touch.

East Coast Writer (from my 90-min Pre-Script Pro-Strategy Phone Seminar)

Just finished reading over your critique notes. [...] had some pretty nice things to say about you, he said your the most experienced reader and your tuff. He was right. The notes you gave are the best critique notes I've gotten. Really look forward to speaking with you to make the story really punch and take it to the next level.

Executive Producer/Director

Your comments and insights were AWESOME. Seriously, some of my favorite from any panel. Thank you SO MUCH! [We're] already plotting when we can use you again, she was raving & raving about how awesome you were. Well done Brennan! You were really in your element!

From a movie night discussion panel

It was a pleasure talking to you and besides that, you worked a miracle (well, God did through you :0)... Not only did you put your finger in all the sore spots unbeknownst to us, you also opened up a wellspring of ideas in me, which was so relaxing, that I slept like a stone last night!

German Movie Producer

Your evaluation is excellent!! I think this will be so helpful in shaping this project and what we decide to do with it.

Illinois Production company

You always have such great film ideas! I guess that's why you do what you do!

Ministry in Hollywood

I wanted to drop a note to thank you for your help. I've been re-writing the past few days and I'm really liking the way that this script is moving and getting shorter. I'm finding a new freedom in letting go of some things I thought "must" be in this script, and this definitely for the better. Many, many thanks.

NJ Screenwriter

I'm finishing my rewrite and am loving the changes! I went with your opening suggestion of mom telling her friends learning is fun, and it works so much better!

Screenwriter from Florida

As always, GREAT notes!; I'm going to see how I can incorporate some of this brilliance. I'll let you know when I have another draft of the treatment. Thanks for everything!

Screenwriter in Hollywood