Find ways to get your project made
Every great writer has a mentor.
In this programme, you’ll refine your voice, shape your stories, and open doors in the industry – working alongside a producer with thirty years of film experience.
Carl Schoenfeld will tailor these sessions to your needs and ambitions. He’ll give detailed feedback on your story ideas, advice on how the industry is changing, and help you:
How long does it last?
These sessions run flexibly to your schedule. But to keep your career moving, you need to complete the programme within a year.
Where does it take place?
Zoom. We run all our sessions online, to make them as accessible as possible.
What will you achieve?
You’ll have refined your emerging voice, a polished draft script to send out, and an understanding of film and TV opportunities. You’ll develop strategies for connecting to directors, producers and festival labs.
Consultation fee including weekly meetings up to one year: £3450
Irene Bellucci
I came across Carl by chance, at a time when my screenwriting had long been relegated to a drawer—something I once loved but had lost confidence in over time. I wasn’t sure I had the ability to tell compelling stories, and even less sure that my voice had the strength or uniqueness to matter.
Working with Carl has been a transformative experience. Step by step, he has helped me not only rediscover my passion for writing but also develop a method and structure that allow me to progress with clarity and purpose. He is a demanding teacher in the best possible way—challenging yet deeply supportive, always pushing his students to dig deeper and refine their craft. His keen insight and guidance encourage an honest and fearless approach to storytelling, helping me shape narratives that feel more authentic, layered, and powerful.
Carl’s mentorship has given me a renewed sense of confidence and a stronger connection to my creative voice. I’m incredibly grateful for his expertise, patience, and ability to bring out the best in his students. If you’re looking for someone who will teach you the mechanics of screenwriting and inspire you to tell the stories that truly matter to you, Carl is the person you want by your side.
