Alumni Blog Series: Ivo Raza on REBOOT CAMP
When I set out to write a yet-to-be-named film, I gave myself 3 parameters. First, the story had to be based in a single primary location (so that it can be produced on an indie... Read More
TRICKS OF THE TRADE: THE INS AND OUTS OF OUTLINES
Outlines are a great tool when crafting your story. They allow you to construct and organize your ideas in a linear manner, pick relevant information essential to your story early in your process, and can... Read More
TRICKS OF THE TRADE: LEARNING FROM CREATIVE PARTNERSHIPS
Writing doesn’t have to be a solitary artform; working with a creative partner can be beneficial because of the different perspectives and voices two brains bring to the table. Some of our favorite media was... Read More
TRICKS OF THE TRADE: DEALING WITH IMPOSTER SYNDROME
When taking the plunge to start writing, there are many obstacles that get in your way - the biggest one being yourself. Have you ever felt like a fraud or believed you were in over... Read More
TRICKS OF THE TRADE: CRAFTING EFFECTIVE AND ENGAGING DIALOGUE
Actions will define your characters, make us care about them, but what hooks us is how they speak, the words they say. Dialogue is an integral part of the writing process and creating effective and... Read More
First Wave of 2021 Script Competition Semifinalist Judge Announcements!
We're excited to announce the first wave of judges for our 2021 Script Competitions! Here's the list in alphabetical order: Jacobo Aparicio International TV and Film Coordinator at Anonymous Content Jacobo Aparicio works at Anonymous... Read More
AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES 2021 SCRIPT AND FILM COMPETITION FELLOWSHIP AND AWARD LINE-UP
Austin, TX – April 21, 2021 – Austin Film Festival (AFF), the premier film festival recognizing the writers’ contribution to film, television, and new media, announced new and returning partners for their 2021 film and script... Read More
Upcoming Virtual AFF Events
AN EVENING OF AWARD WINNING FEATURES Thursday, April 22 | 7:00 PM CT Join us for a virtual evening of award winning features! Enjoy from the comfort of your own living room, the 2019 Audience... Read More
AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL & WRITERS CONFERENCE ANNOUNCE IN-PERSON EVENT FOR OCTOBER
AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL & WRITERS CONFERENCE ANNOUNCE IN-PERSON EVENT FOR OCTOBER WILL HONOR SCOTT FRANK AS 2021 RECIPIENT OF THE BILL WITTLIFF AWARD FOR SCREENWRITING Austin, TX – March 31, 2021 – Austin Film Festival &... Read More
