Screenwriter/Producer
About
Drew Z. Greenberg has spent more than 25 years as a writer/producer, focusing mainly on superheroes, sci-fi, and the occasional wayward teen. His credits include Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Fantasy Island, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, the original Dexter, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Warehouse 13, Queer as Folk, and Arrow. Drew enjoys hanging out with his kid (who happens to be the most amazing kid in the world) and inventing new flavors of Jell-O shots. He got his start writing questions on the short-lived game show Burt Luddin's Love Buffet, though when asked directly, Drew will deny any knowledge of Burt Luddin's Love Buffet.Noteworthy
- Over 25 years of writing for TV dramas
- Sold pilots to Netflix, Disney+, SYFY, & ABC Family
- Wrote for ABC, The CW, DC, Fox, Marvel, NBC, Showtime, SYFY, UPN, The WB
- Developed with 20th TV, Lena Dunham, Thomas Kail, Netflix, Julie Plec, Billy Porter, Sony TV, Universal TV, WBTV, Maurissa Tancharoen & Jed Whedon
- Specific emphasis on genre stories: sci-fi, fantasy, superhero
- WGA Award nominee
- Love List 2025 honoree
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Single parent
- Still not over Mrs. Landingham
THE DIALOGUE PASS | ONE-ON-ONE SESSION
Every single script, no matter the genre, lives or dies with its characters. Whether it’s two people sitting in a room talking or a team of space explorers trying to defuse a Neptunian explosive device (it could happen), the way your characters express themselves can take your script from tinny and unrealistic to vibrant and enthralling. Having written for some of the most well-spoken characters on TV, Drew can review your script and find places requiring polish, paying special attention to what your characters say — allowing them to shine through their dialogue! Send your script to Drew in advance, and he’ll prepare dialogue notes to review with you in a 30-minute or 60-minute session.
- Receive expert feedback on your script's dialogue from a professional writer with experience crafting well-spoken TV characters.
- Identify & polish areas of your script where character voices can be improved, making your dialogue more realistic.
- Enhance your script's overall impact by ensuring your characters' dialogue is engaging & true to their personalities.
- Submit your script in advance & receive prepared notes, maximizing the value of your session time.
GENERAL DISCUSSION | ONE-ON-ONE SESSION
The TV landscape is complex and multifaceted — and ever changing. Trying to find your way in can sometimes feel less like pushing open a door and more like pushing several heavy boulders uphill. At once. In the rain. Talking to someone who’s done it can be one of the most valuable things you do for yourself. Have questions about what to discuss in a general meeting? Want to figure out what your next spec script should be? Need tips for how to perform in a writers’ room? Or do you just want to know what it’s like out there? No matter what your questions are, schedule a general 30-minute or 60-minute session with someone who’s been making a living in TV for over 25 years and get insight and advice just for you.
STORY BREAKING | ONE-ON-ONE SESSION
One of the most essential axioms in TV writing is that scripts don’t get written at the scripting stage. It happens way before that in the break session, when you figure out every beat of your episode in broad strokes. But sometimes it’s hard to break a story by yourself (after all, that’s why writers’ rooms exist). After 25 years in writers’ rooms, Drew has broken a lot of stories and seen countless ways to do it. So take advantage of his experience! Bring him your general idea or logline, and let’s begin the process of story breaking in a 60-minute session.
- Learn how to break a story for TV before the scripting stage, focusing on outlining every beat of the episode in broad strokes.
- Get expert feedback & support in developing your general idea or logline into a structured story.
- Gain insight into various methods & approaches to story breaking, drawn from extensive industry experience.
EXPERT TV PILOT ANALYSIS
Your TV pilot script serves so many important functions. It’s a blueprint for a show you’d like to make, of course, but it’s also a calling card letting any potential employer on any show see that you have the skills to put together an episode of television. It’s essential that your pilot demonstrate your abilities — that’s a lot of pressure for one script! Drew can help you elevate your pilot script so it says all the things about you it should. Send it to him in advance, and he’ll prepare notes to review with you in a 45-minute session, providing valuable feedback so you can get to work on your next draft.
- Obtain actionable advice to help you revise & strengthen your next draft.
- Elevate your script so it communicates your unique voice & potential to industry professionals.
- Gain valuable insights into on how your script functions as a blueprint for production & a calling card for potential buyers/reps.
- Learn how to better demonstrate your abilities & skills through your pilot script.
FAQ
You don't get a second chance to make a great first impression when it comes to buyers and reps. Next-Level Scribe mentors will share with you what they learned on their way to the top, which, in turn, can fast-track your success. In addition to setting goals for you and showing you how to achieve them, Next-Level Scribe mentors know the producers, agents, managers, studio and production executives you want to be in business with. If they determine your project is market ready, Next-Level Scribe mentors can introduce you to and/or set up meetings with buyers and reps, at no extra cost. One recent example: 1) After a writer booked a session with Next-Level Scribe mentor Pam Falk (The Wedding Planner), Falk set up meetings for her with managers and producers.
First, find the mentor you want to work with. Next, select one of their sessions that best describes what you’d like to work on (e.g., pitching, story development, rewriting, career counseling, etc.). Then find a date and time on their calendar that works with your schedule. Once booked, you will be sent a Zoom link to connect with your mentor on the chosen date.
Reviews are just one factor to consider when selecting a mentor. It's important to find a mentor who is a good fit for your individual needs and goals. Read each mentor's session descriptions, watch their videos if available and review their bios and notations before booking.
Yes. Even though mentors are busy with their own projects, email us at [email protected] and we will be happy to see if the mentor can accommodate you.
Next-Level Scribe sessions are catered to your specific project and/or situation. And because sessions are live (and not pre-recorded like a MasterClass or BBC Maestro) you are able to interact with your mentor one-on-one, ask questions and receive real-time feedback. You're also establishing a viable, Hollywood contact who has the ability to introduce you to others in the industry, when the time is right.
Come prepared to work; have a notepad and pens at the ready, silence your phone, and prepare a list of questions.
Recording/filming the mentor is strictly forbidden and against our Terms of Use. Note: Your session will be preserved (recorded) by your mentor via Zoom and kept on file in case of any needed follow-up clarifications. A transcript of your one-on-one session will be made available to you within 48 hours.
Most mentors offer a 15-minute follow- up session as an option. If you just have a follow-up question regarding your session, you can email it to us and we will forward your email to your mentor for a response.
There is no extra charge if you want your writing partner to be on the Zoom call. Just be sure to let us know ahead of time so we can notify your mentor before your session.
We believe you should learn from the pros rather than screenwriting books and gurus. Not only can Next-Level Scribe mentors take you much further much faster, they also can give you tools beyond the basic principles you might find in a how-to book. You can learn how to outline a feature or pilot, write dynamic scenes, and create a killer logline and compelling synopsis. If you already have a first draft, Next-Level Scribe mentors can read your script and tell you what’s working and what’s not and how to fix it.
You can reschedule a session a minimum of 48 hours in advance of the session start time. For any cancellations within 48 hours of the session start time, the session will be automatically forfeited along with the session fee, as there are no refunds. All cancellations or requests to cancel or reschedule a session must be made in writing by emailing [email protected].
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