Film has a unique power to captivate us and change the world beyond what we may have imagined. Everyone has a story to tell, but there is a workflow for turning a good idea into a great screenplay. In this session, we’ll discuss what makes a story worth telling, how to make it marketable, and the social and cultural responsibilities we have as filmmakers.

We’ll also discuss:

• How to develop a logline for your film/story
• The difference between a good and a great story
• How to balance reality and creativity when telling a true story

Shaun is an Atlanta-based writer, director, and co-owner of Laconic Productions. His work has been seen on Amazon, BET, and Aspire TV, and has featured well-known actors such as Clifton Powell and Grammy award-winning rapper 2 Chainz. Shaun hosts a weekly writer’s room to help new and aspiring writers break into the industry or sharpen their skills. He is co-founder and president of the nonprofit organization Film Family Org.