NYWIFT Blog

The Business of Adaptations for Film and TV – 2017

Agents, Hollywood producers and publishers are always searching for the next great story, but not all writers start from scratch. Oftentimes, ideas come from the things we see, read, write and hear. The challenge for many is how to transition these materials from their original form of a book, article, and story into a full-fledged...

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Can I Deduct It on My Taxes? – 2018

Can I Deduct It on My Taxes? – 2018  Join CPA Nancy L. Adams for a discussion on the rules for tax deductions, including deductions specific to the film and television industry. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of the limitations on your deductions, why certain expenses are deductible, and how to protect yourself in the...

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A Practical Plan to Creating Podcasts: Developing the Listener’s Experience

A Practical Plan to Creating Podcasts: Developing the Listener’s Experience  Join podcast producer Christina Kotlar and recording studio engineer Yuri Turchyn for the second installment of the series A Practical Plan to Creating Podcasts: Developing the Listener’s Experience. An experienced audio engineer ensures the best recording, top notch editing and high end broadcast quality for the end result – a...

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How To Write the Perfect Sitcom Pilot in 30 Days

  In this practical workshop, Horowitz will discuss the elements that make up a perfect half-hour pilot. A perfect pilot is onethat sells, and to do so, must contain certain elements that will ensure the proper industry reception. The class will focus on the half-hour pilot, the most commercially viable format for the first time...

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Lunchtime Skills Workshop: Taking Charge of Your Entertainment Career On Your Terms!

Lunchtime Skills Workshop: Taking Charge of Your Entertainment Career On Your Terms!  Tired of settling for a career that doesn’t embrace all of your creativity and strengths? Feeling overlooked, underappreciated and at the control of others? Join Television Packaging Agent and Certified Career Coach Jim Arnoff in a highly interactive workshop that will give you the coaching skills...

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A Practical Plan to Creating Podcasts: A Decade of Podcast Love – Getting Started

A Practical Plan to Creating Podcasts: A Decade of Podcast Love – Getting Started  Podcasting is a trend that has become more accessible. It can be the next best thing to showcase and promote that short film, feature or a project that is seeking financing. NYWIFT is pleased to announce the new series A Practical Path...

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A Pitching Bible that Gets Results (Section II) – Sold Out! 

A Pitching Bible that Gets Results (Section II) – Sold Out!  This workshop teaches the importance of creating a pitch bible for television, film, or a web-series. A pitch bible is a creative and sales tool that writers/creators use to fully develop and pitch projects to networks, production companies and, in some cases, investors. Presenter...

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How to Sell Your Screenplay in 30 Days – Sold Out

Completed a screenplay and wondering what to do next? You need a plan, a marketing plan!   Taught by award-winning New York University professor and writing coach Marilyn Horowitz, this interactive workshop offers step-by-step instructions on how to sell your screenplay using new and traditional media. Get the tips and tricks you need to market...

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Social Media 101: Film Promotion

  Join PR and Marketing expert Autumn Marie as she leads this interactive workshop in using social media as a form ofpublicity and marketing for film projects. Filmmakers will be empowered to market their films and amplify their message by creating social media campaigns that properly publicize and brand the film, as well develop an...

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The Creative Business of Screenwriting with Marilyn Horowitz – 2017 

The Creative Business of Screenwriting with Marilyn Horowitz – 2017  You’re a writer working in New York and you’ve just finished that million-dollar screenplay. It’s time to take off your creative writer’s hat and focus your energy on effective marketing. Whether it’s your first or tenth script, finding your target market can be tough. This...

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Lunchtime Skills Workshop – Being A Powerful Leader, Owning Your Power and Claiming Your Authentic Voice

Lunchtime Skills Workshop – Being A Powerful Leader, Owning Your Power and Claiming Your Authentic Voice No matter where you are in your entertainment career, what your level of experience or what your position is on a production, you can be a true, motivational, powerful leader. It’s more about your empathy, connectedness and style of...

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Lunchtime Skills Workshop: Power Pitching, Power Networking … Become a Master of Them Both! 

Lunchtime Skills Workshop: Power Pitching, Power Networking … Become a Master of Them Both!  This workshop is all about the anatomy of a pitch … whether it’s your film, your television series or your services. What does it really take to make a powerful pitch? What are the pitfalls to avoid at all costs? How...

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Film Marketing Made Simple

Film Marketing Made Simple  As an independent filmmaker, it’s challenging to wear the creative and marketing hats at the same time. But if you develop a good marketing plan early on, it will make your job a lot easier. You won’t have to think about it. You can follow the steps in the plan while...

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Audio Seminar: How to Get the Best Production Sound for your Film

Audio Seminar: How to Get the Best Production Sound for your Film  If care is taken during both production and post, your sound can single-handedly elevate the production value of your film. Conversely, no matter how great your film, if the sound is terrible, no one will watch. Award-winning sound designer Paul Michael will cover...

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Introduction to How to Write a Screenplay in 10 Weeks with Marilyn Horowitz – 2017 

Introduction to How to Write a Screenplay in 10 Weeks with Marilyn Horowitz – 2017  Are you dreaming of writing a screenplay? Now you can join the hundreds of writers who have used award-winning New York University professor and writing coach Marilyn Horowitz’s trademarked writing system to complete a screenplay in 10 weeks or less. Based...

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Introduction to How to Write a Screenplay in 10 Weeks with Marilyn Horowitz – Sold Out! 

Introduction to How to Write a Screenplay in 10 Weeks with Marilyn Horowitz – Sold Out!  Are you dreaming of writing a screenplay? Now you can join the hundreds of writers who have used award-winning New York University professor and writing coach Marilyn Horowitz’s trademarked writing system to complete a screenplay in 10 weeks or...

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Media Traning Workshop Series: On-Camera Interview Techniques – Sold Out

The Media Training Workshop Series wraps up with the last session On-Camera Interview Techniques, a quick, down and dirty (or lean and clean) introspection into the art of giving a great media interview. PR professional Audra Boltion will lead this workshop in capturing the attention of your audience to benefit your cause or project with...

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The Creative Business of Screenwriting with Marilyn Horowitz – Sold Out!

The Creative Business of Screenwriting with Marilyn Horowitz – Sold Out!  You’re a writer working in New York and you’ve just finished that million-dollar screenplay. Its time to take off your creative writer’s hat and focus your energy on effective marketing. Whether its your first or tenth script, finding your target market can be tough....

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