r/TVWriting

If someone comes from an animation background and they are writing a script for a cartoon. Is it normal for them to draw facial expressions on certain parts of the script, to give the storyboarders an idea of a spefic special expression they want?

I am curious how common that is.

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u/p-Star_07 — 8 days ago

"Am I the only one triggered by these 'professional writers' on TikTok? They’ve been 'at the industry' for decades but have zero credits to their name. They act like they're Vince Gilligans giving tips on how to make it in Hollywood, when they’ve never actually done something spectacular.

I know that they're probably know some things better than me but they're not in the level they're "teaching" you to reach

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u/Otherwise-Low-5305 — 14 days ago

🎥 [PAID] Looking to Purchase TV Pilot + Series Concept (Adventure / Fantasy / Action)

Hey everyone,

I’m an independent filmmaker and content creator currently developing a long-form episodic series (target: multi-episode / potentially 20+ episodes).

I’m looking to purchase a TV pilot script along with its series concept (show bible preferred) in the adventure, fantasy, action space.

What I’m Looking For:

  • 1-hour or 30-min TV pilot script
  • Strong world-building + long-term story potential
  • Genre blend: Adventure / Fantasy / Action
  • Character-driven story (important)
  • Open to both grounded or high-concept ideas

Budget:

  • Up to $1,000 for full purchase (all rights)
  • Willing to negotiate depending on scope (pilot + bible, etc.)

Rights & Usage:

  • Seeking full ownership of the script and underlying IP
  • Includes rights for:
    • Film / TV / web series adaptation
    • Edits, rewrites, and expansion
    • Use of emerging tools/technologies (AI-assisted production, etc.)

Credit:

  • Writer will be credited appropriately (negotiable — e.g., “Created by” / “Written by”)

About Me:

  • Background in film production + editing
  • Currently building a slate of projects using modern production workflows
  • Focused on bringing stories to life in a scalable way

If interested, please DM me with:

  • Logline
  • Writing sample or pilot (if ready)
  • Any additional materials (pitch deck, bible, etc.)

Looking forward to collaborating 🤝

Open to newer writers — strong ideas matter more than credits.

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u/Busy-Parsnip1644 — 13 days ago

Seeking producers/agents/production companies for drama/comedy tv pilot

I have a drama comedy tv pilot. Gregory was named Quarterfinalist in the Filmmatic – Pitch Now Screenplay Competition (Season 5)

I've been reaching out to agencies and production companies.

I'm in Canada currently. (Edmonton).

Pilot is 30 pages: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ey1ecVZ1nUdehupyj7nkRxiJcoh1DZsx/view?usp=sharing

Synopsis: 

Andrew Greg's life has been driven by a desire to play his favorite computer game. Along the  way, he's also become a very good long distance runner. After being fired from his job in  construction, Andrew decides to enter a marathon race on a whim. To his great surprise, his time  is good enough to qualify for the Olympic Games. Shocking the world, he wins the Olympic  marathon. 

Upon return to North America, Andrew retires from professional athletics. Talking with his  friend Chris, a commercial real estate broker, Andrew indicates his intention to help people.  Having studied psychology in college, he believes himself to be qualified. 

For the next several months, Andrew adopts a hermetic existence, taking odd jobs and reading  extensively to pass his time. One day, he changes his name to Greg Andrew. 

Before long, Greg has met Kristina, a troubled hair stylist and singer with an unusual fear of the  rain. (As an adolescent, Kristina was humiliated at a school talent show before tearfully running  home in a downpour.) The stage has been set!

Short intro/pitch: https://youtu.be/WhkBqFXwB88?si=9p74nzi82t8nLOcp

Great review: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10WCYlJWvwnywZa6bcrRiJFuylWCf1WI9/view?usp=sharing

Even wrote a theme song for it: https://youtu.be/CRozFiJpRYg

I also have a Season 1 Bible.

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u/Jazzlike_Promise2873 — 11 days ago

Anyone interested in a script swap?

I’m working on several animated pilots at the moment, all aimed at different age groups. Would love to get some feedback on the current drafts, and give feedback on some cool projects as well! DM me :)

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u/Slight_Problem883 — 10 days ago