PAM FALK
YOUR MENTOR
Best known for her hit film The Wedding Planner, starring Jennifer Lopez and Matthew McConaughey and based on her original screenplay, Pam Falk has written screenplays for Disney Feature Animation, DreamWorks, New Line Cinema, Pearl Studios, Revolution Studios, Skydance, Sony Pictures, Touchstone, Warner Bros., and Working Title with acclaimed producer Lindsay Doran (Sense and Sensibility, Stranger Than Fiction). Falk adapted two books for Universal Studios and developed TV pilots for ABC, Fox and the CW. She’s also worked on projects with Ashton Kutcher, Vin Diesel, Salma Hayek, Jessica Alba and Sandra Bullock. When not at her keyboard, you can find Pam salsa dancing or walking her weiner dogs.
Learn Everything You Need to Know About Screenwriting From the Writer of The Wedding Planner.
GENERAL | ONE-ON-ONE SESSION
Pitching, writing three-dimensional characters, story development, navigating the business of Hollywood, creating a powerful writing routine, survival skills for the neurodivergent writer… Choose your topics and Pam will tailor the session to address your needs.
TEAM SPIRIT: CONQUERING YOUR CO-WRITER CONFLICTS | ONE-ON-ONE SESSION
Wilder & Diamond, Ganz & Mandel, the Duplass brothers, Alexander & Karaszewski: just some of the most famous screenwriting duos in Hollywood history. Co-writing is a complicated relationship. Some would say it’s akin to a marriage. But having a mentor by your side who was in one of the top romantic comedy writing teams in the business can help you overcome any obstacle.
For over 25 years, Pam Falk (The Wedding Planner) worked side by side with her writing partner while encountering every creative (and noncreative) conflict imaginable. In this specialty session, she’ll work with you both to transform your scribing team from striving to thriving.
POWER UP YOUR FIRST 10 PAGES | ONE-ON-ONE SESSION
The first ten pages of your screenplay are crucial. They set the stage, introduce your characters, and determine whether your reader reads on or tosses your script in the reject pile. Pam will provide a detailed analysis of your opening pages for solid story structure, charismatic characters, and help you transform your work into a can’t-put-down page-turner that will move your screenplay up the ladder instead of off.
PITCH TO KILL | ONE-ON-ONE SESSION
A successful writer must possess polished pitching skills, professional meeting manners, and the ability to communicate their ideas in a clear and entertaining way. Pam will share a career’s worth of her best-kept secrets with you and help you craft a pitch that kills in the room.
PITCHING FOR THE PETRIFIED | GROUP SESSION
Did you know there are six (6) different types of pitches? Neither did Pam when she was first starting out. When she began her screenwriting career, she made a bevy of cringy, traumatizing mistakes. Now, with Falk’s help, you don’t have to. Find out what kind of pitch to pitch to whom and when in this hour-and-a-half group session.
December 1, 2024 • 10-11:30AM PT | Limited to 10 participants | includes Q & A
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REVIEWS
“The session with Pam went great. It was a pleasure talking with her. She has a warm and engaging style of communication, and I knew I was in the hands of someone that knows her stuff. Not only did she teach me a lot about screenwriting and how to pitch a story, but she also inspired me so much that I couldn’t wait to get back to my keyboard. I got so much out of this session that I have decided to schedule a second one with her.” – Steve Elam
“My writing partner and I are preparing for our first experience with pitching. Pam did a fantastic job providing an overview of what to expect, giving us clear do’s and don’ts, and answering the many questions from the group related to pitches for books, TV pilots and feature films. Overall, Pam better prepared us and put us at ease by demystifying the pitching process and giving great advice on how to succeed.” –Aaron B.
“Pam was wonderful. I lucked out by getting a one on one and she simply knocked me out. Pam was funny, thoughtful, kind and incredibly supportive of the writer’s spirit. Her real world advice on the structure of a pitch was invaluable. I would recommend Pam’s course on pitching to anyone seriously interested in the craft of this business. Thank you Fade In for giving me the opportunity to meet and learn from Pam.” -Kelly
“My session with Pam was great! She gave great advice and guidance. And, I left the meeting with a plan. I highly recommend Pam to other serious screenwriters.” –Jennifer K.
“Pam Falk was terrific!!” – Christy B.
“Outstanding experience. Pam added huge value through both sharing experiences and a gentle, valid challenge. Also learned a lot from the way that others are approaching their projects and the questions that they brought forward. I found it interesting, engaging and it has definitely improved my perspective on my project. Thank you so much to all who have organised this opportunity and to Pam in particular for leading the session and being so open with her own journey – it was very motivating. –Carol M.
“Pam was the best. I highly recommend an individual session. Pam was so helpful to my project.” – Dawn T.
“Pam was fantastic and I thoroughly enjoyed the session. All the participants gained a great insight into the pitching process. Highly recommend!” – Jayson S.
“Pam was great! In a short amount of time she was able to help me clarify my story and pitch. I appreciated her attention and energy. She was very keen about tone and attitude, which are always very important when interacting and trying to communicate complex ideas. I look forward to working with her again and would recommend her to anyone seeking knowledgeable advice about pitching.” – N. Demitro