PAM FALK

YOUR MENTOR

Best known for her hit 2001 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.

“The session with Pam went great. 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.” – Steve Elam

“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 wonderful. 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.” – Kelly

“Outstanding experience. Pam added huge value through both sharing experiences and a gentle, valid challenge... 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 Falk was terrific!!” – Christy B.

“Pam did a fantastic job providing an overview of what to expect, giving us clear do’s and don’ts, and answering 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.

“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 was the best. I highly recommend an individual session. Pam was so helpful to my project.” – Dawn T.

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.

$75/ 15 minutes SCHEDULE NOW$199/ ½ hour SCHEDULE NOW$350/1 ½ hours SCHEDULE NOW

STORY DEVELOPMENT | ONE-ON-ONE SESSION

Which of your story ideas are the most promising? Not sure if it should be a feature, TV show (one hour, half hour), limited series, docuseries, novel, podcast or none of the above? Need help with story structure, adapting a book, crafting captivating characters, or creating a signature writing style and an original voice that will get you read? Let Pam put you on the fast track to becoming a professional Hollywood writer who producers and executives want to work with.

$350/1 ½ hours
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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.

$350/1 hour SCHEDULE NOW

PITCH PERFECT | ONE-ON-ONE SESSION

A successful writer must possess polished pitching skills and professional meeting manners, and be able 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.

$225/ ½ hour SCHEDULE NOW$350/1 ½ hours SCHEDULE NOW

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 her help, you don’t have to. Join Pam for an intensive, hour-and-a-half session where you’ll learn what type of pitch to use for whom, and when, along with her tried-and-true secrets to knocking your pitch out of the park.

Limited to 10 participants
$125/ 1 1/2 hours
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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.