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Screenplay. TV Pilot. One Person Show. Play. Novel. Memoir. Podcast.
Some we have already written, some we want to write, some we haven't even dreamed of writing yet.
So how do you get there?
That's where What's Your Story comes in.
I can help you take your narrative to the next level, whether it is discovering
the story you want to tell, or where you want to take your novel, memoir, screenplay, pilot, podcast, blog or Substack.
It's more than coaching, it's GUIDING.
You bring the material to the table, we help you take it to the next level.
Screenplay. One-person show. Play. Novel. Memoir.
Some we have already written, some we want to write, some we haven't even dreamed of writing yet.
So how do you get there?
That's where What's Your Story comes in.
I can help you take your narrative to the next level, whether it is discovering the story you want to tell, or where you want to take your novel, memoir, screenplay, pilot, podcast, blog or Substack.
It's more than coaching, it's GUIDING.
You bring the material to the table, we help you take it to the next level.
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We all have a story
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I have been an actor, director, producer, screenwriter, TV writer, blogger, Substacker (is that a word?) and writing mentor. For the past three years I have been a successfully produced playwright, with productions in Los Angeles, Palm Springs, New York, Canada and Europe.
But more than that, I have been someone that people come to, asking, "Can you read my script?", "Can you hear my pitch?", "How should I tell this story?" and most significantly, "What story should I tell?"
That's why I decided to create What's Your Story, as I found myself working with people on an informal basis.
I take great joy and inspiration from helping others find their inspiration and tell their story.
I have been an actor, director, producer, screenwriter, TV writer, blogger, Substacker (is that a word?) and writing mentor. For the past three years I have been a successfully produced playwright, with productions in Los Angeles, Palm Springs, New York, Canada and Europe.
But more than that, I have been someone that people come to, asking, "Can you read my script?", "Can you hear my pitch?", "How should I tell this story?" and most significantly, "What story should I tell?"
That's why I decided to created What's Your Story, as I found myself working with people on an informal basis.
I take great joy and inspiration from helping others find their inspiration and tell their story.
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SERVICES
01
Finding your story
However you want to tell your story, I can help you get there. Whether it's a screenplay, a TV pilot, a stage play, a one person show, a novel, memoir, podcast or Substack, I can help you take the raw material of your creativity and sculpt it into whatever form you envision.
02
Idea development
I have the skills and ability to coach writers with their projects, either in the development of their story, or the need to rewrite it or even the vision to create it.
03
Pitches
I can work to help develop a pitch or presentation for a novel, feature, TV series, from laying out the actual graphic design of the pitch, to the layout and verbiage needed.
04
Writing
Can work with writers on the fundamentals of screenwriting/TV writing/Playwriting, taking them from an idea, to an outline, to a script.
05
Revisions
Have the experience to take an existing script and working with the writer on rewriting whatever is necessary to help the writer to fulfill their creative vision.
06
Decks
Have extensive experience creating pitch decks for feature films, scripted and unscripted series. I can help the writer put together a presentation that will present their concept that will best represent it.
07
Career marketing
Having spent a quarter of a century in marketing, I have experience in helping writers or potential writers to craft career strategies and market themselves.
PACKAGES
Life's a pitch
If you don't have a script, but want to pitch your idea, whether a feature or series, we will work together, creating an exciting, compelling template that will sell your idea.
Includes a detailed analysis of your pitch, your pitching style, as well as useful suggestions to take your pitch or pitch deck to the next level.
$250
A SESSION
The rewrite stuff
I'll take your script and together, we'll work through what works and what doesn't crafting a new draft that will realize your story's vision.
Includes a detailed breakdown of your existing script with notes and suggestions that will make your script readable and saleable.
$250
AN HOUR
Focus your vision
What do you want to do? Where do you want to go? Who do you want to be? Let's find your way together with a comprehensive career.
$500
FOR THREE SESSIONS
In the beginning
For those who haven't written a word, this is your first draft. We will take your script/manuscript from concept to outline to execution.
$1200
FOR SIX SESSIONS
ABOUT
We all
have a Story
Screenplay. One Person Show. Play. Novel. Memoir.
Some we have already written, some we want to write, some we haven't even dreamed of writing yet.
So how do you get there?
That's where What's your story comes in.
I can help you take your narrative to the next level, whether it is discovering the story you want to tell, or where you want to take your novel, memoir, screenplay, pilot, podcast, blog or Substack.
It's more than coaching, it's GUIDING.
You bring the material to the table, we help you take it to the next level.
TESTIMONIALS
Gregg knows writing. He has decades of experience working on the craft, and helping others work on theirs. He's knows all about structure, characters, dialogue, and turning a decent idea into a great script. His assistance will not only improve your current project, but will definitely make you a better writer.
Tim Schildburger
Founder LA Reads
Author / Coach
Gregg is a superb writing coach. Without his aid and encouragement, I never would’ve gotten my first book, Bob Goes To Jail, off the ground. He gave me the confidence as a first time author to play, but also to rewrite and to treat it as a job. It’s a rough world out there for writers, and to have someone like Gregg in your corner is invaluable.
Rob Sedgwick
Author / Playwright
Gregg is passionate about the creative process of writing. It was a major relief to enlist his services when I had a deadline with a pitch deck for my latest project! He is an invaluable resource to help you execute virtually any project in the field of theatre, film and television.
Noelle Sorensen
Actor, Screenwriter, Producer
Gregg Ostrin is not only a great writer, he's also a great teacher. His years of experience as a writer of film, TV and theatre make him an invaluable resource for script analysis and development. He knows how to help a writer fix the technical issues of a script, while still maintaining the writer's original vision and voice.
Whit Spurgeon
We Make Movies
Actor / Producer
Many times I’ve sought help from Gregg for my writing, and every single time he’s given me clear, thoughtful, actionable feedback. And more often than not I get that "ah ha" moment that brings everything into perspective.”
Anthony Giambusso
Screenwriter
CONTACT ME
PHONE
(626) 665-1863
﹡If you're a writer in Los Angeles County, I'm also available for in‑person sessions.﹡