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CBS Writers Mentoring Program ft. Jeanne Mau – Inside the TV Writing Programs (PT131)

CBS Writers Mentoring Program ft. Jeanne Mau – Inside the TV Writing Programs (PT131)

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Alex and Nick continue their “Inside the TV Writing Program” series – a deep dive into what goes on inside every major TV writing program from the decision makers themselves.

Our second part focuses on the CBS Writers Mentoring Program, with its supervisor Jeanne Mau, Senior Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion at CBS.

We go over everything, from the importance of the letter of interest and scripts, to the interview process and how the program helps its writers navigate a room.

PT131 CBS Jeanne Mau

Content

About the CBS Writers Mentoring program (00:42)
1 – The application process (03:48)
2 – The selection process (13:40)
3 – The program (21:11)
4 – After the program and final advice (29:55)

Links

CBS Writers Mentoring Program
CBS Directing Initiative
CBS Sketch Comedy Showcase
CBS Diversity Website
CBS Entertainment Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) on Twitter
CBS EDI on Instagram

If you enjoyed this episode and others, please consider supporting us on Patreon at paperteam.co/patreon! :)

Special thanks to Alex Switzky for helping us edit this episode.

You can find Paper Team on Twitter:
Alex – @TVCalling
Nick – @_njwatson
For any questions, comments or feedback, you can e-mail us: [email protected]

Disney ABC Writing Program ft. Kristi Shuton – Inside the TV Writing Programs (PT130)

Disney ABC Writing Program ft. Kristi Shuton – Inside the TV Writing Programs (PT130)

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Alex and Nick begin their “Inside the TV Writing Program” series – a deep dive into what goes on inside every major TV writing program from the decision makers themselves.

Our first part is all about the Disney ABC Writing Program (now known as the Walt Disney Television Writing Program), with Kristi Shuton, who oversees the Disney writing program as Manager of Creative Talent Development & Inclusion at the Disney ABC Television Group.

All the ins-and-outs are covered, from the application and selection process, to the content of the Disney writers program and what comes after.

PT130 Disney ABC Kristi Shuton

Content

About the Disney ABC Writing program (00:48)
1 – The application process (04:02)
2 – The selection process (18:16)
3 – The program (31:25)
4 – After the program and final advice (40:10)

NOTE: Since the recording, the Disney ABC Program application has been updated to two original samples (instead of one original and one spec).

Links

The Walt Disney Television Writing Program (FKA Disney ABC Writing Program)
Disney ABC CTDI (Creative Talent Development & Inclusion) on Facebook
Disney ABC CTDI on Instagram
The Disney ABC Directing Program

If you enjoyed this episode and others, please consider supporting us on Patreon at paperteam.co/patreon! :)

Special thanks to Alex Switzky for helping us edit this episode.

You can find Paper Team on Twitter:
Alex – @TVCalling
Nick – @_njwatson
For any questions, comments or feedback, you can e-mail us: [email protected]

Staying Productive During Hiatus (PT126)

Staying Productive During Hiatus (PT126)

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Alex and Nick discuss ways of surviving your hiatus and staying productive during the off season.

Why is being active all year long important? How do you look for a next job? How do you keep in touch during a hiatus? Why are hobbies and social interactions vital? How can you keep yourself healthy and financially stable?

Plus, we make three major Paper Team announcements about what is coming up.

The Paper Team doesn’t wait…

Content

Announcements: WonderCon 2019, TV writing programs, final Paper Tease (00:23)
1 – Why staying active during a hiatus is important (04:02)
2 – Being productive in your writing (08:22)
3 – The importance of hobbies (12:10)
4 – Social interactions (15:24)
5 – Fitness and health (17:34)
6 – Money and finances (20:36)
Final advice and next Week On (23:38)

Links

Details of Paper Team at WonderCon 2019
“The TV Writer’s Mindset: Dealing With Procrastination, Blank Page, and the Muse” (PT17)
“Managing Finances as an Assistant & Staff Writer” (PT16)
“Supplemental Income for Writers” (PT35)

Special thanks to Alex Switzky for helping us edit this episode.

If you enjoyed this episode (and others), please consider leaving us an iTunes review at paperteam.co/itunes! :)

You can find Paper Team on Twitter:
Alex – @TVCalling
Nick – @_njwatson
If you have any questions, comments or feedback, you can e-mail us: [email protected]