Learn With Me

Inside my writing programs, I help screenwriters develop the skills, structure, and confidence to write scripts that actually work - stories that feel alive on the page and connect with readers, producers, and audiences.

If you’re looking for a clear roadmap to build your pilot from idea to finished script, you’ll find it in Pilot Script Lab — my small-group program where writers get live feedback, structure, and support.

If dialogue’s your focus, join me for my next Stop Writing Fake Dialogue masterclass — an ongoing series on crafting dialogue that sounds real, not written.

Each program meets you where you are — and gets you writing.

My goal is simple: to help you write the kind of script that turns readers into fans, and fans into champions of your work.

When you’re ready, I’ll be here to guide you through the next draft.

Let’s get to work.

— James

Stop Writing Fake Dialogue

Make Your Characters Sound Like Real People—In Just 2 Hours

Most dialogue sounds written. In this 2-hour live webinar, I’ll show you the 5 dialogue tools I use to make characters sound authentic—so every line feels like real conversation.

You’ll learn how to:

• Master subtext and stop writing “on-the-nose” dialogue

• Discover quick rewrites that make your scenes come alive

• Get live coaching, Q&A, and practical examples you can apply immediately

🎬 This isn’t theory - it’s a professional toolkit I've used in writers’ rooms on shows like the Emmy-nominated Hardy Boys, Wynonna Earp, Flashpoint and Degrassi.

Pilot Script Lab

Write Your Best Script With Real Support - In Just 13 Weeks.

Pilot Script Lab is a 13-week, hands-on experience for writers who want to take their TV pilot from idea to standout script. You’ll get expert feedback, weekly guidance, and the support of a small, committed group of writers on the same journey.

Whether you’re revising a draft or starting fresh, this lab is designed to elevate your craft, sharpen your structure, and help you finish a script you’re proud to share—with the momentum and accountability to make it happen.

🎬 Real feedback. Real deadlines. Real progress - in 13 weeks.