Screenwriting-Film Production-ESL-Creative Writing-English Tutor

I am a professional writer and filmmaker with over 20 years experience in a wide variety of English and Film-related subjects. My B.F.A. is from USC--a double major in Film and English. I have taught ESL for the Los Angeles Unified School District, and am certified to teach English to non-native speakers. Additionally, I have worked as a news reporter for newspapers, written a novel, and sold screenplays as a professional screenwriter. I run a public relations service that creates marketing campaigns and publicity and a production company that is currently fundraising to complete a documentary film.

As an experienced teacher, I believe Communication is our most important tool for learning. People have different ways of learning, receiving information and processing it. To accomplish this, I believe in being patient, supportive, encouraging and listening to what the student needs. A student must be willing to learn and stay positive. I am here to help you reach your dreams.

Marlan's Subjects

Art:	film, theatre, video production
English:	ACT English, ACT Reading, English, ESL/ESOL, grammar, literature, proofreading, reading, SAT reading, SAT writing, vocabulary, writing
Test Preparation:	ACT English, ACT Reading, career development, GED, SAT reading, SAT writing
Computer:	Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word, video production, web design
Language:	ESL/ESOL
Special Needs:	phonics
Elementary Education:	grammar, phonics, reading, vocabulary
Business:	career development, Microsoft Word
Corporate Training:	career development, ESL/ESOL, grammar, Microsoft Word, proofreading, web design
Homeschool:	English, ESL/ESOL, reading, SAT reading, writing

English

I was board certified to teach English in the L.A. Schools, and did teach ESL. My major at USC was in English and Film (BFA, Class of '90). Additionally, I am a professional journalist and novelist.

Theatre

I began my theater studies at Florida State University where I was in their Professional Acting Program. In the early 70s I left FSU to pursue a career in acting, and after 10 years of stage acting (with some stage managing), I switched to directing and playwrighting. In '04, I produced and directed my play about the women of the Japanese American internment, "Bits of Paradise" at The Marsh Theatre in San Francisco.

Web Design

As a professional public relations professional, I am a self-taught Website designer. My skill level is basic to average, as I use templates and modify them according to a client's needs. As a writer, professional photographer and marketing consultant, my primary skill is crafting an attractive website that is eye-catching, easy to read and fits the client's needs.

Video Production

My BFA is from USC in Screenwriting and English (Cinema-TV and English Departments). My main skills in video production are in Producing: hiring crew, location scouting and overseeing editing. As a filmmaker, I have made documentaries that have been shown at prestigious film festivals, and I'm currently in production with a documentary on the women of the Japanese American Internment.

Career Development

As a Certified Life Coach, I have acted as a consultant for career development issues. My background is eclectic, and includes public relations. In today's world, it is vital to understand how to market oneself, in addition to having the credentials for a targeted career path.

Microsoft Windows

I have worked as a professional legal secretary off and on for the past 15 years, and have had to use Microsoft Word primarily for word processing--both basic and advanced--on PC and Mac. My skill level matches the most up-to-date level of Word.

Film

I have a B.F.A. from USC Cinema & TV (Class of '90) in Screenwriting. After graduation, I sold feature film scripts to production companies, and have made several documentary films as writer/producer. Currently I am in production for a documentary film and have been fundraising via crowd funding sites and grants. I taught Screenwriting (all levels) at the Pacific Film Factory in Santa Barbara.

Subjects that I teach: Screenwriting (Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Structure), Documentary... Read More

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Education

Undergrad, (1) University of Southern California

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Marlan will travel within 30 miles of Los Angeles, CA 90027.

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