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We talk about what it means to be a reader for the film industry. At Hollywood Gatekeepers, we are training expert readers, and having a blast in the process!

Carolyn Carpenter, Doug Shaner


    • Jun 13, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    35. Clubhouse Replay What is a Reader

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 34:56


    Do you write screenplays? Do you want to get your script to the screen? What happens to your screenplay once it gets into the hands of a producer that can make your dream a reality? It goes into the hands of a reader! What is a reader? Join us as we define the role of a reader in the film industry! This is a special session as it is a replay of a live conversation we had on Clubhouse? Not familiar with Clubhouse? You will learn all about that too! If you would like to learn more about how to start your career as a reader in the film industry, join us for a free Masterclass at HollywoodGatekeepers.com/FreeMasterclass! If you're interested in joining us for live sessions on Clubhouse, HollywoodGatekeepers.com/Clubhouse! Then join the Hollywood Gatekeepers Club! You will be notified with the details about our next live session.  Thank you for listening! Happy reading!

    34 Bouncing Forward

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2021 11:38


    We are back after a hiatus! Explore how bouncing forward is the way to go!  And dive into all of our new, free trainings at: HollywoodGatekeepers.com/FreeMasterClass HollywoodGatekeepers.com/Story Facebook.com/Groups/HollywoodGatekeepers Also look for Hollywood Gatekeepers on Instagram, YouTube and Clubhouse! Let's get that script to the screen!

    How to Be Criticized

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 18:09


    Criticism. Ug. Let’s talk about it.  Yes. Today let’s thicken our skin and take a deep dive into How To Be Criticized.   www.HollywoodGatekeepers.net/freelook

    Friction Free Focus

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 14:07


    Are you stuck? Are you playing the role you were meant to play in this life? What is preventing you from getting what you want? Let’s take a look at “friction-free-focus” to discover a way to find the hidden gems in a screenplay...and in life.

    Interview with Sage Kosiorek, Austin Film Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 38:31


    A glimpse behind the scenes of the Screenreaders Insider Track and our interview with Sage Kosiorek, the Director of Scripts competitions for the Austin Film Festival as he shares information about the writing competition and reading process for the Austin Film Festival    To apply as a reader Reader@AustinFilmFestival.com www.AustinFilmFestival.com https://www.facebook.com/AustinFilmFestival  https://www.youtube.com/user/AustinFilmFestival https://www.instagram.com/austinfilmfest/ https://twitter.com/austinfilmfest

    LESSONS FROM A LAUNCH

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2020 17:19


    At Hollywood Gatekeepers, we train people to become expert readers that serve as champions for writers and a support system for producers. In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of how we launch our business and share the steps you can take to launch your career as well! www.HollywoodGatekeepers.net/freefuture www.TheLifeCoachSchool.com

    BETTER. THE INTERVIEW

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2020 34:31


    Better. The return of Filmmaker Shaun Rylee with Producer/Actors Dylan Stretchbery and Paul Michael Bair Check out these movers and shakers as they take their careers into their own hands by not only acting but also producing their film! Shaun wrote this project and now has two more Actors/Producers on board since her last interview Episode 21. Click here to listen to Episode 21: Social media and links: Official site: betterthefilm.com   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10172828/   Instagram official: @better.thefilm https://www.facebook.com/thefilmbetter (or search Better. with the period) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/better.thefilm/ Find these wonderful actors: Shaun Rylee Instagram@shaunrylee Vol et Nocturne https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11230372/ Dylan Stretchbery FREE PUPPIES - Performs the third Friday of every month at the Clubhouse in Los Feliz in LA. www.ClubhouseImprov.com THICK BLUE LINE Instagram@dstretchbery Paul Michael Bair Instagram & Twitter: @paulmichaelbair FINDING HOME QUEEN OF STREET LIT

    The Model: For Life & Screenplays

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 14:40


    THE MODEL: FOR LIFE & SCREENPLAYS FOR LIFE & SCREENPLAYS Carolyn J Carpenter, Douglas Shaner Hollywood Gatekeepers At Hollywood Gatekeepers, we have realized that coaching is an important part of the writing and filmmaking process. Check out what we mean! Join us to discover an amazing coaching tool that will help readers enhance the voice of a script and inspire writers to take their screenplay to the next level. In the meantime, everyone will improve their lives. Now that’s what we call a “Model.” Thank you Brooke Castillo! Life Coach School: https://thelifecoachschool.com/ Life Coach School Podcast: https://thelifecoachschool.com/podcasts/ Eben Pagan’s Virtual Coaching Program www.VirtualCoach.com

    Taking a Leap

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2020 8:43


    Join us as we dive into Leap Year! Let's talk about characters who leap, and why we love them so much. While we're at it, let's consider how we might leap into our own lives! Leap into life by experiencing our two 2020 vision training sessions. The first one helps you set a vision for you 2020. The second one, Mastering Your Money, set you on a path toward financial freedom. This is an opportunity for readers and filmmakers to plan your money and your time in order to leap into the best year yet! Check them out! www.HollywoodGatekeepers.net/2020VIsion www/HollywoodGatekeepers.net/MasteringYourMoney

    Systems and Cents

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2020 21:12


    In preparation for our Mastering Your Money free MasterClass, let's dive in and talks about Systems & Cents! EPISODE 26 - Systems and Cents! Join us as we take the next step in our 2020 Vision Planning by preparing for our upcoming free MasterClass, Mastering Your Money!   To Register for the Mastering Your Money MasterClass on February 29th at 2:00pm CLICK HERE! Join us!   To see a replay of the 2020 Planning Session, go to: www.hollywoodgatekeepers.net/2020Vision To download your handout Mastering Your Money Manual CLICK HERE 

    New Year New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2020 20:06


    Join us as we celebrate the New Year by diving into to explore the new you in you. You will learn that you have two secret weapons that can guide you into creating whatever you desire for the coming year! Exciting! To download the exercise, go to: https://hollywoodgatekeepers.net/PodcastDownload   To check out a replay of our 2020 Vision Planning, go to: https://hollywoodgatekeepers.net/2020vision

    Tackling Your B.S.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2019 20:09


    A new DECADE is right around the corner! Join us as we create the best New Year ever! Building on the "Designing the Decade of Your Dreams" episode (No. 18), and Episode "2020 Vision" episode (No. 23), today we dive into your B.S.! Wait, what? Your Belief Systems of course. These three episodes (No 18, 23, & 24) combine to create a foundation for the 2020 VISION Planning Session happening on December 29, 2019, at noon. (PST) If you're listening to this on another date, it's never too late to create stellar ways to make 2020 your year! Listen to the replay. Join us! To register for the planning session, go to: www.hollywoodgatekeepers.net/2020Vision

    2020 VIsion

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2019 18:58


    A new DECADE is right around the corner!  Join us as we create the best New Year ever!  Building on the "Designing the Decade of Your Dreams" episode (No. 18), we explore your 2020 Vision.   Next week we will dive into your B.S.! Wait, what? Your Belief Systems of course. These three episodes (No 18, 23, & 24) combine to create a foundation for the 2020 VISION Planning Session happening on December 29, 2019 at noon. (PST) If you're listening to this on another date, it's never too late to create stellar ways to make 2020 your year! Listen to the replay. Join us!   To register for the planning session, go to:   www.hollywoodgatekeepers.net/2020Vision

    Interview with Filmmakers Monica Lawson & Mary-Lyn Chambers

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2019 51:54


    Join us behind the Scenes with filmmakers, Monica Lawson and Mary-Lyn Chambers as they discuss their film, PLURAL OF BLOOD. They also discuss Mary-Lyn's films' DEBRIS and TIJUANA. Follow along as they share the most important things an independent producer should know before starting a film. Enjoy this interview with these amazing women. Social media and links: The Plural of Blood Amazon Link   The Plural of Blood site   Also check out the following link: The Body Remembers When the World Broke Open on Netflix to read a great article on advocacy in action in the making of Plural of Blood Colaborator - Where Monica found Mary-Lyn and writer, Sylvester K Folks who wrote the screenplay   DEBRIS by Mary-Lynn Chambers

    Interview with Filmmakers Shaun Rylee and Juliana Angelina

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2019 33:47


    Join us behind the Scenes with filmmaker, Shaun Rylee & Producer, Juliana Angelina as they discuss their upcoming film, BETTER. They also share the most important things an independent producer should know before starting a film. Enjoy this interview, Social media and links: https://www.facebook.com/thefilmbetter (or search Better. with the period) Instagram: @better.thefilm Social media and links: https://www.facebook.com/thefilmbetter (or search Better. with the period) Instagram: @better.thefilm https://www.cinemadandan.com  Join the mailing list for updates and news! https://forms.sendpulse.com/3b4fbd0ff2/ A man suffering nightmares as a result of childhood PTSD meets the woman of his dreams. When he discovers she's a part of his troubled past, he must choose whether her own messy past could jeopardize his healing and future.

    Lessons From a Turkey

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2019 10:35


    What happens when a script is...well...a turkey. In honor of the Thanksgiving holiday, let's dive in for a full course lesson... from a turkey. Find out more about Hollywood Gatekeepers Finished Mastermind by texting FINISHEDMASTERMIND to 44222 or CLICKING HERE  FACEBOOK PAGE: https://facebook.com/HollywoodGatekeepers   FACEBOOK GROUP: https://facebook.com/groups/HollywoodGatekeepers YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/hollywoodgatekeepers INSTAGRAM: @Screenreaders   TWITTER: @HGatekeepers   LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hollywood-gatekeepers/

    Interview with Producer Jessica Mathews

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2019 28:05


    In today’s episode, prolific producer, Jessica Mathews tells us about her upcoming film, UNDER. You won’t want to miss this episode as we also explore the top five things you need to do when producing an independent film. Find out more about Hollywood Gatekeepers  Finished Mastermind by texting FINISHEDMASTERMIND to 44222 or CLICKING HERE  You can find Jessica at: MomsInFilm@gmail.com https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-under-movie www.theundermovie.com IG: @theundermovie Twitter: @MovieUnder  Polyvore, starring Jeremy Luke, Rachel Middleton and Krizia Bajos Written/Directed by: Christian Elder Produced by: Jessica Mathews  Website: www.polyvorethemovie.com Damon’s Tiki Bar, in the 2nd season! More episodes coming soon! Our most recent episode, Paranormal, can be seen here:  https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=iEKkbXcDxFw Subscribe here: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCK4AM9jmXa5Ta7dRpUZD78g The Last Treasure Hunt: Www.lasttreasurehuntmovie.com

    Designing The Decade of Your Dreams

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2019 16:03


    2020 is right around the corner. It's not only a new year but a new decade! Join us as we give you tools to design the decade of your dreams! Download today's handout at: https://hollywoodgatekeepers.net/HollywoodDIY If you're interested in learning more about Eben Pagan's  Virtual Coach Program, CLICK HERE or text VIRTUALCOACH to the number 44222.  Don't miss Amy Porterfield's Podcast Marketing Made Easy at https://www.amyporterfield.com/amy-porterfield-podcast/ Discover James Mel and the Get Ahead Tribe at: https://jamesmel.com/ https://getaheadtribe.com/ Let's make 2020 the beginning of YOUR DECADE!  

    Hollywood Screenreaders @ the Austin Film Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2019 31:19


    Meet four Hollywood Screenreaders as they share their adventures during their recent trip to the Austin Film Festival! Meet four Hollywood Screenreaders as they share their adventures during their recent trip to the Austin Film Festival! Meet Joy Schoeph, Paula Kavanaugh, Mickey Yelle, and Shaun Riley. Here about how they came to know each other and what inspired their wacky, wonderful adventure. Also, hear from Carolyn J. Carpenter's partner, Douglas Shaner, as he appears as a guest on the podcast for the first time! CLICK HERE FOR A FREE GUIDE ABOUT HOW TO BECOME A READER! Text READER to 44222 for a free guide with more information about becoming a reader! "Better" @Better.TheFilm on Instagram https://www.facebook.com/thewritemindcoach/ FACEBOOK PAGE: https://business.facebook.com/HollywoodGatekeepers   FACEBOOK GROUP: https://business.facebook.com/HollywoodGatekeepers/groups/  YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/hollywoodgatekeepers   INSTAGRAM: @Screenreaders   TWITTER: @HGatekeepers   LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hollywood-gatekeepers/

    The Elements of Horror

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2019 20:03


    What makes a good horror film? Let's dive into the sub-genres of horror films by exploring the elements that drive the genre, the place that horror films hold in the film industry and the ways in which horror films shape our culture and reflect our fears! Happy Halloween!

    The Power of Coaching with Rick Mulready

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2019 50:23


    See why coaching is the secret sauce to taking things to the next level. Join us behind the scenes with our coach, online expert Rick Mulready as he shares how coaching has changed his life and how it can change your life as well!

    When Good People Write Bad Screenplays

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2019 23:25


    As readers, we pride ourselves on writing coverage that doesn't disparage writers. We love writers and want to give them the best shot possible. Sometimes, that can cause a lot of anxiety when a screenplay has problems. So we thought we’d dive in to talk about what to do when good people write bad scripts. Join us! TODAY'S HANDOUT  CLICK HERE  BROOKE CASTILLO WEBSITE CLICK HERE BROOK CASTILLO PODCAST CLICK HERE RICK MULREADY WEBSITE CLICK HERE RICK MULREADY PODCAST CLICK HERE HOLLYWOOD GATEKEEPERS WEBSITE  FACEBOOK PAGE https://business.facebook.com/HollywoodGatekeepers FACEBOOK GROUP               https://business.facebook.com/HollywoodGatekeepers/groups/ YOUTUBE CHANNEL https://www.youtube.com/hollywoodgatekeepers INSTAGRAM @Screenreaders TWITTER @HGatekeepers LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/company/hollywood-gatekeepers/

    Writing Mindset

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2019 32:12


    95% of success happens above the shoulders. Getting a hold of our mindset as readers, helping writers with their mindset and being aware of the mindsets of the characters within our screenplays will be the thing that catapults to success. Join us as we reveal research we have done to display the mindset skills that successful people have in common.

    Interview with Producer, Jay Holben

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2019 36:57


    Today, we dive into the world of a producer with an incredible interview with Mr. Jay Holben. Jay discusses his career as a producer and director. He is incredibly generous and he reveals a very clear view of how he uses readers, as well as how readers! CLICK HERE FOR THE FREE GIVEAWAY WEBSITE: https://hollywoodgatekeepers.net/ FACEBOOK PAGE: https://business.facebook.com/HollywoodGatekeepers FACEBOOK GROUP: https://business.facebook.com/HollywoodGatekeepers/groups/ YOUTUBE CHANNEL :https://www.youtube.com/hollywoodgatekeepers INSTAGRAM: @Screenreaders TWITTER: @HGatekeepers LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hollywood-gatekeepers/

    Why Do Producers Need Readers

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2019 9:05


    When you are a reader, you often work with producers. We talk a lot about the fact that readers should be providing a support system for producers. So let’s get a little granular to discuss why a producer needs a reader in the first place.  

    Lessons with Alvaro Berrios

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2019 34:12


    Every tenth episode, we plan to share lessons that we have recently learned. To celebrate our tenth episode, our special guest is Mr. Alvaro Berrios and he is a Facebook expert. Join us to see how understanding Facebook is absolutely connected to your career as a filmmaker. We think you will thoroughly enjoy the lessons that we learned from Alvaro! To download Alvaro's giveaway CLICK HERE To learn more about Rick Mulready CLICK HERE To learn more about Brook Castillo CLICK HERE CLICK HERE FOR THE FREE GIVEAWAY!   Text READER to 44222 for a free guide with more information.   WEBSITE: https://hollywoodgatekeepers.net/ FACEBOOK PAGE: https://business.facebook.com/HollywoodGatekeepers FACEBOOK GROUP: https://business.facebook.com/HollywoodGatekeepers/groups/ YOUTUBE CHANNEL:https://www.youtube.com/hollywoodgatekeepers INSTAGRAM: @Screenreaders TWITTER: @HGatekeepers LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hollywood-gatekeepers/

    "I Want to Quit My Day Job"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2019 18:45


    Do you want to quit your job to be a full-time artist? Are you frustrated with your current position? Today, we cover how to go about getting rid of the dreaded "day" job. We have a tool that may surprise you! Do you want to quit your job to be a full-time artist? Are you frustrated with your current position? Today, we cover how to go about getting rid of the dreaded "day" job. We have a tool that may surprise you! CLICK HERE for today's handout:  Heather Roma: www.Facebook.com/TurningScenes Text READER to 44222 for a free guide with more information. Facebook Group: www.Facebook.com/Groups/HollywoodGatekeepers INSTAGRAM: @Screenreaders TWITTER: @HGatekeepers Thank you for checking us out! Share, Subscribe, Rate and Review! Let's get this party started! :)  

    "What if I Hate Everything?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2019 17:04


    At Hollywood Gatekeepers, we ask our audience to give us their questions. Today, we will dive in to answer one of our favorite questions, "What if I hate everything?" This is a question that speaks to the day in the life of a reader, but also to the day in the life of everyone. If you're finding that you are frustrated throughout your day, following along to discover how to eliminate frustration from your daily life.  CLICK HERE to download a free hand out that goes with today's topic.  Text READER to 44222 for a free guide with more information. Facebook Group: www.Facebook.com/Groups/HollywoodGatekeepers INSTAGRAM: @Screenreaders TWITTER: @HGatekeepers Thank you for checking us out! Share, Subscribe, Rate and Review! Let's get this party started! :)  

    Vision Boards for Writers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2019 17:25


    What does it take to write a screenplay? Vision. How can you cultivate vision? Today, we will share a tool that can really help you during the dark days of facing the blank page and guide you toward creating the ultimate vision for your screenplay and your life. CLICK FOR FREE VISION BOARD HAND OUT WWW.BIZTEMPLATEBABE.COM WWW.CANVA.COM Text READER to 44222 for a free guide with more information. You can download even more handouts and watch videos at https://hollywoodgatekeepers.net/DIYhollywood Facebook Group: www.Facebook.com/Groups/HollywoodGatekeepers INSTAGRAM: @Screenreaders TWITTER: @HGatekeepers Thank you for checking us out! Share, Subscribe, Rate and Review! Let's get this party started! :)  

    Tackling Obstacles & Overwhelm

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2019 23:02


    Today, we are speaking about readers as entrepreneurs. We believe artists are entrepreneurs. It is show BUSINESS, after all. Consequentially, we want to provide as many resources as possible to help readers thrive as entrepreneurs. We also have a handout so you can follow along and create your path to freedom from the obstacles that lead to overwhelm. CLICK BELOW FOR THE FREE HANDOUT! https://hollywoodgatekeepers.net/HollywoodDIY Along the way, we give you some tools and resources to help you with the journey. Here are links to the people/resources that we mention during the show! Anu Grace & her Crystalline Goddess Podcast Podcast: www.crystallinegoddesspodcast.com Website: https://anugracecode.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anugrace Enrollment into the Screenreaders Advanced Training closes at midnight on August 23rd. Information: https://hollywoodgatekeepers.net/become-a-hollywood-screenreader Marlyn Diaz & the Teaspoon Approach Website: https://www.marlynwellness.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marlyn.diaz.355 Eben Pagan Website: https://ebenpagantraining.com Eisenhower’s Box. A tool to organize and prioritize: https://hollywoodgatekeepersfreebies.s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/Hollywood+Gatekeepers+Handouts/EisenhowersBox.pdf Text READER to 44222 for a free guide with more information. You can download even more handouts and watch videos at https://hollywoodgatekeepers.net/DIYhollywood Facebook Group: www.Facebook.com/Groups/HollywoodGatekeepers INSTAGRAM: @Screenreaders TWITTER: @HGatekeepers Thank you for checking us out! Share, Subscribe, Rate and Review! Let's get this party started! :)

    The Importance of Supporting Producers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2019 12:11


    At Hollywood Gatekeepers, we talk about the reading process by breaking it down into three categories. Readers are: 1. Champions for Writers; 2. A Support System for Producers; and 3. Entrepreneurs. Today, we are going to focus on the Producer and why it’s important to provide a support system for this spectacular person! It’s an integral part of the filmmaking process. And we’ll have a little fun in the process. We are so fortunate to be working in an industry that is creative and fun! We have a lot of ways to learn about being a reader. Here is where you can find more information about the reading process: If you would like to know more about attending our upcoming Master Class, CLICK HERE We have added additional dates in August of 2019. You can download even more handouts and watch videos at https://hollywoodgatekeepers.net/HollywoodDIY CLICK HERE to receive a free guide about being a reader. WEBSITE FACEBOOK PAGE FACEBOOK GROUP YOUTUBE CHANNEL LINKEDIN INSTAGRAM: @Screenreaders TWITTER: @HGatekeepers Thank you for checking us out! Share, Subscribe, Rate and Review! Let's get this party started! :)

    Interview with Oscar winner J.K. Simmons, Filmmaker Michelle Schumacher and D.P. Pete Villani after a screening of I'M NOT HERE.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2019 43:28


    At Hollywood Gatekeepers we talk about the reading process by breaking it down into three categories. Readers are: 1. Champions for Writers; 2. A Support System for Producers; and 3. Entrepreneurs. Today, we have a special treat. Carolyn J. Carpenter hosts a panel that took place in Santa Monica after the screening of the incredible film, I'M NOT HERE. The panel includes Writer/Director/Producer/Editor Michelle Schumacher, Director of Photography Pete Villani and Oscar-winning star, J.K. Simmons. Join us for a glimpse into this spectacular live event. Be sure to see I'M NOT HERE. It is available at: ITUNES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/im-not-here/id1450338590 AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MT7MVFV/ref=atv_feed_catalog ROTTEN TOMATOES: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/im_not_here VUDU: https://www.vudu.com/content/movies/details/Im-Not-Here/1058494 OFFICIAL TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sYDwdCdXCOM We are also proud to introduce our sponsor of today's episode, Amy Jo Berman. Ms. Berman is a former VP of Casting for HBO and feature films. She has several online programs that turn actors into audition rockstars! If you are an actor, working with Amy can be a game-changer in your career. Check her out at https://amyjoberman.com/ If you would like to know more about attending our upcoming Master Class, CLICK HERE CLICK HERE to receive a free guide about being a reader. WEBSITE FACEBOOK PAGE FACEBOOK GROUP YOUTUBE CHANNEL LINKEDIN INSTAGRAM: @Screenreaders TWITTER: @HGatekeepers Thank you for checking us out! Share, Subscribe, Rate and Review! Let's get this party started! :)

    Readers are Champions for Writers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2019 14:27


    At Hollywood Gatekeepers we talk about the reading process by breaking it down into three categories. Readers are: 1. Champions for Writers; 2. A Support System for Producers; and 3. Entrepreneurs. Today, we will take a deep dive into how readers are champions for writers. Readers are also writers. If you are a reader, you are a writer. We will talk about the nuances of being a reader and embracing the idea of being a writer while helping other writers. If you would like to know more about attending our upcoming Master Class, CLICK HERE CLICK HERE to receive a free guide about being a reader. WEBSITE FACEBOOK PAGE FACEBOOK GROUP YOUTUBE CHANNEL LINKEDIN INSTAGRAM: @Screenreaders TWITTER: @HGatekeepers Thank you for checking us out! Share, Subscribe, Rate and Review! Let's get this party started! :)

    Interview with Oscar winner Paul Haggis

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2019 31:05


    Join us as we interview the only writer to win back to back Oscars for CRASH and MILLION DOLLAR BABY!   Today we have a special treat as Carolyn interviews the only writer to receive 2 screenplays for writing IN A ROW! Join us.  Special thanks to our sponsor! GetABookDeal.101.com CLICK HERE to receive a free guide about being a reader. WEBSITE FACEBOOK PAGE FACEBOOK GROUP YOUTUBE CHANNEL LINKEDIN INSTAGRAM: @Screenreaders TWITTER: @HGatekeepers

    What is a Reader?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2019 11:56


    Now that we've introduced ourselves, we want to dive into the job of a reader. Today, we will cover the day in the life of a reader as we tackle a reader's main focus: coverage. What is coverage? Coverage is a reader's main tool and very much resembles a book report. There are many different template possibilities. We will walk you through a basic coverage template. Enjoy! Here is the link to that template, as well as other handouts and videos that answer questions about reading: https://hollywoodgatekeepers.net/QuestionsAboutReading WEBSITE: https://hollywoodgatekeepers.net/ FACEBOOK PAGE: CLICK HERE CLICK TO JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP: YOUTUBE CHANNEL LINKEDIN INSTAGRAM: @Screenreaders TWITTER: @HGatekeepers

    000 Welcome to Hollywood Gatekeepers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2019 16:02


        Welcome to the Hollywood Gatekeepers podcast! Start here to learn how we will be talking about readers in the film industry! We are very excited to bring the job of being a reader to the forefront! Our first episode will cover what we do and why. As a reader and story analyst, I have read thousands of screenplays. Now I, along with my partner, Douglas Shaner, am training other people to become expert readers.   We have three philosophies when it comes to reading screenplays. We believe that readers should be: 1. Champions for writers. 2. A support system for producers. 3. Entrepreneurs We intend to do this podcast every Friday to discuss the reading process. We will have some solo episodes, we have several Oscar-winning guests lined up to discuss details regarding reading and producing screenplays, we will broadcast appearances at panels and screenings, and we will interview people who have resources to benefit entrepreneurs. Since we believe all artists to be entrepreneurs, we are eager to be resources to help you build your business. CLICK HERE to receive a free guide about being a reader!  WEBSITE: https://hollywoodgatekeepers.net/ FACEBOOK PAGE CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP YOUTUBE CHANNEL LINKEDIN INSTAGRAM: @Screenreaders TWITTER: @HGatekeepers CAROLYN J CARPENTER'S BIO: CLICK HERE

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