How to Win Over Managers, Producers and Financiers Within the First 10 Pages of Your Script

4-PART ON DEMAND CLASS (OVER 8 HOURS OF EDUCATION) - 100% Satisfaction Rating!

Learn how to hook your reader in the first ten pages from an executive who's worked with Netflix, Disney, and more!

See case studies and watch a first 10 page critique workshop!

PLEASE NOTE: Although this exclusive Stage 32 class is no longer live and the teacher is not available on email, we highly encourage you to do any assignments to get the most out of the educational experience.

Managers, producers and financiers typically know how they feel about a script after reading the first 10 pages. Remember, the competition is fierce and your script is rarely the only script on the file. If your script doesn’t grab the reader in the first 10 pages, he or she is not going to read on.

You might be making common mistakes in these critical opening pages without even realizing it. Issues like lackluster openings that don’t engage, poorly developed characters, and insufficient world-building can cause your script to be overlooked. These elements are crucial and can make the difference between a script that gets a “pass” and one that sparks interest for a “recommend”. Understanding these pitfalls and knowing how to avoid them is essential for your professional success.

To help you navigate your first 10 pages is Justine Wentzell-Chang who brings over a decade of experience and expertise. As a producer and former acquisitions and co-productions executive, Justine has developed, produced, and written numerous scripts for major networks and platforms like Netflix, Disney Channel, and Lifetime. Her work includes titles such as RIP TIDE, GYMNASTICS ACADEMY: A SECOND CHANCE, BACK OF THE NET, and many more. Justine’s strong storytelling skills and deep industry knowledge make her uniquely qualified to guide you in creating compelling and marketable scripts.

In this four-part on-demand class, you will cover essential topics to ensure your script’s opening pages are powerful and engaging. In Session 1, you’ll learn why the first ten pages are crucial, who your audience is, and what elements to include. Session 2 will focus on prepping your script and character building. In Session 3, you’ll analyze script case studies to understand what works and what doesn’t. Finally, Session 4 will feature a writer’s circle workshop, where you’ll be able to watch feedback given on first 10 page critiques. Each session includes a Q&A with Justine and assigned homework to help you apply what you’ve learned. 

Praise for Justine's Stage 32 Education

“Immensely helpful for writers at any stage in their careers!" -- Samantha L.

"I can't thank Justine enough for the knowledge she provided on making a great opening sequence for my script. I hope that Justine comes back to teach another course with Stage 32 soon. 5 stars." -- Morgan M.

"I would take any class Justine taught." -- Tim M.