February 2008                                   Issue Number 15   The TV Writers Vault Newsletter           Strike Ending "Write" Now! ==========================================                             The WGA and AMPTP have made a handshake agreement, ending the strike. So long as the formality of the WGA presenting terms to its Writers on Saturday goes smooth, the wheels of production will be turning once again.   Although the financial loss incurred by striking WGA members far exceeds the initial amount they were seeking in retro-active revenue, this strike will have secured financial participation in new media for Writers in years to come.   New Media has not only created new streams of revenue, but also created new outlets for original entertainment produced solely for those venues. Your concept for a reality-show may not be right for prime-time, but you may find a production company producing it for the Internet and distributing it in various other platforms. Lets celebrate the financial solution the strike has brought on , and look forward to a flourishing period of collaboration across all mediums. We're surely entering a period of huge opportunity for new writers and producers.   In that spirit, the TV Writers Vault is a source pool for new writing talent, and we're excited to venture into relations with various network fellowship programs, and other vehicles of opportunity, promoting new writers. Take advantage of the support the industry provides new talent, and get your material out there. Also, know that even thought we each want to reach the mountain top and hold the torch alone, this is a business of collaboration, and it is mission critical to pursue partnerships with other Writers or Producers who bring something to the table. We'll be doing our best to bring you those opportunities for networking and collaborating.   I wish each of you continued success in 2008.   If you have any questions concerning the development or marketing of your new projects, feel free to contact me direct at Scott@tvwritersvault.com .  I'm happy to assist.   Have a great week, and write inspired!   Scott Manville Founder / President Tell A Vision Ventures, Inc.     Member - NATPE (National Association of  Television Program Executives) Nick' TV Writing Fellowship Offered Nickalodeon Television is offering TV Writers Vault members and aspiring writers a special opportunity to break into the industry with their 2008 TV Writing Fellowship.   The Nick Writing Fellowship provides to those selected, a salaried position for up to one year, hands on spec-writing experience, and direct opportunity for pitching story ideas in both live action and animation.   Submission period ends February 28th. Click HERE details. ScriptSavvy.Net For those of you with cross-over scripts that could be produced for film, start building your project's profile with a contest win at one of the industry's highly rated contests, ScriptSavvy.Net . This monthly screenwriting contest offers not only exposure to production companies and agents, but professional feedback and analysis from film director Donna White. Click HERE for more details.   UK Company Allied with TVWV  Expanding our global network, the TV Writers Vault welcomes D9 Productions, headed by UK producer and television personality Adam Foster.   D9 is one of a handful from across the pond joining our service to scout original television concepts and scripts. With international format exchange everpresent in today's programming, this only increases the opportunity for development deals in markets outside the U.S.  Best of luck to all of our Writers with projects chosen for review by D9.   ! Writer-Members of the TV Writers Vault may log into their Project Status Page for detailed description of project-types being sought right now by D9 Productions and other companies.   NOT YET A MEMBER? CLICK HERE Give Your Project the Secret Weapon That Producers Want, and Networks Demand...   Professional Development   CLICK HERE "The Strike, Your Marriage, and You!"   Click HERE for some comedy relief from a striking Writer.   ------------------------ Who's Looking?   Production Companies Scouting TV Writers Vault last week   - Kingfish Prod's.  -GlenMar Productions - TV Guide Network   Protect Before You Promote! What three things do you need to protect yourself in the event of copyright infringement? Third Party Proof-of-Creation Electronic Receipt Protected Archival of Your Intellectual Property Get the protection your writing deserves! Visit The Creators Vault  today   In The Press - Scott Manville and the TV Writers Vault have been featured in numerous media outlets, such as MSNBC and The Hollywood Reporter. Take a glance at our Press Page HERE