LAUREN GUSSIS
YOUR MENTOR
Lauren worked all eight seasons on the original Dexter for Showtime, graduating from staff writer to co-executive producer. She then developed, wrote and executive produced a pilot with Ryan Murphy, HBO’s Open (2014), starring Michelle Monaghan. Under a nine-year overall deal with CBS, she developed several pitches and sold nine pilots, including Netflix’s Insatiable (2018-19), starring Debby Ryan, which she show-ran for two seasons. Lauren’s broadcast credits include NBC’s E-Ring, ABC’s Once Upon a Time, and CBS’s Good Sam. When not writing, Lauren can be found with her 10-year-old drummer son, researching projects, or studying Celtic shamanic journeying and Western esoteric Qabalah.
Get Expert Guidance from the Showrunner of Insatiable and one of the Writers Behind Dexter.
GENERAL | ONE-ON-ONE SESSION
Full of TV show ideas, and can’t decide which one to write first?
Have a pilot idea, but aren’t sure it can go the distance in series?
Have a personal experience you want to turn into a TV show, but don’t know how?
Wondering if you should pitch your idea or write your script on spec?
Need help developing a great main character?
Unsure how to market yourself as a writer?
Have questions about how to break into TV, get representation, and get staffed?
Want to know what it’s like to work in a writers’ room?
With over twenty years of experience in the TV business, Lauren will put you on the fast track.
TELEVISION PITCH COACHING | ONE-ON-ONE SESSION
Lauren will hear your pitch and offer feedback on both content and delivery of pitch materials. Sessions can be between 30 and 120 minutes. You choose.
STORY DEVELOPMENT | ONE-ON-ONE SESSION
Lauren will read your outline ahead of time and then provide detailed verbal feedback in a 90-minute Zoom session. This includes brainstorming solutions for story problems and discussion of scene work.
$995/includes 90-minute Zoom
$1,500/includes written notes & 90-minute Zoom
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EXPERT TV PILOT ANALYSIS
Lauren will read your TV pilot and/or show bible ahead of time and then provide verbal feedback during a 90-minute Zoom session.
$4,995/includes 90-minute Zoom
$5,995/includes written notes & 90-minute Zoom
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REVIEWS
“We had an excellent session. Lauren was really great – knowledgeable, fantastic energy and really helpful.” – Jamie B.
“I was glad to get the feedback, which I’ve no doubt will strengthen my first 10 pages” – Robert T.
“Lauren Gussis’ session was a game-changer. With her incredible background on shows like Dexter and as the creator of Insatiable on Netflix, Lauren provided an amazing introduction to the world of TV writing. The table reads and insights into working in a writers’ room were invaluable. Lauren’s guidance was thoughtful and direct, showing me the do’s and don’ts of critique and collaboration in a way that felt honest and encouraging. In the short time we spent together, I was able to take my own show concept and break it down into something much more sellable in the TV market. Lauren’s insights helped me see the potential in my work and gave me clear steps to move forward. Her passion for storytelling and genuine investment in my success was great. I learned so much and I can’t recommend her enough to anyone serious about TV writing.” – C. Carroll
“Very instructive session. Lauren helped me organize key elements and strengthen my pitch, and I signed up for another. Thank you!” – Robert T.