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American Pie Screenwriter & Producer and Expert College Essay Tutor!!!
Erik L.

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If you want to SELL YOUR SCREENPLAY or GET ACCEPTED to your 1st Choice College, I'm the tutor for you!!! I've been a professional screenwriter for 20 years, with 7 of my scripts made into movies, including 4 of the American Pie franchise. As a college essay tutor, I use these storytelling skills to transform average essays into unforgettable personal narratives that resonate with admissions offices. With this approach, I've had students accepted at Stanford, USC Film School, UCLA, Berkley,...

If you want to SELL YOUR SCREENPLAY or GET ACCEPTED to your 1st Choice College, I'm the tutor for you!!! I've been a professional screenwriter for 20 years, with 7 of my scripts made into movies, including 4 of the American Pie franchise. As a college essay tutor, I use these storytelling skills to transform average essays into unforgettable personal narratives that resonate with admissions offices. With this approach, I've had students accepted at Stanford, USC Film School, UCLA, Berkley, Bates College, and Brown, to name a few.

As a Screenwriting student, I can teach you to develop compelling narratives, write realistic dialogue, and bring scripts to life. My pragmatic approach stems from decades of writing for major studios like Disney, Universal, Warner Bros., and Paramount. With my College Essay Tutoring and Coaching approach, I leverage storytelling skills to help craft authentic, unique essays. I will work with you to create a personalized story to all the prompts required by the colleges you are applying to.

I provide accountability, encouragement, and insight gained from graduating with honors from USC Film School and finishing 1st in my class while earning my Master's degree in English Literature and Writing from the American University of Rome and completing Robert McKee's prestigious writing program. In addition to the American Pie series, I've written studio films like Slapshot 2 and Last Call. I sold an FBI procedural to Jerry Bruckheimer and am currently an Executive Producer on an upcoming feature film. With 10+ years of tutoring experience, I've guided writers to agent signings and a studio script option. I believe that, with proper guidance, anyone can write a successful screenplay.

I'm excited to help you meet your writing and essay goals!

Best,
Erik L.

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Education

University of Southern California USC
Film
The American University of Rome English Writing, Literature, and Publishing
Masters

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  • Hourly Rate: $75
  • Rate details: I will not charge for my reading time. Our time face to face will be going over my notes in a thoughtful and constructive way to maximize your time during our sessions.
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English

English

I graduated in May of 2022 from The American University of Rome Summa Cum Laude with my Master's Degree in English Writing, Literature, and Publishing. I am well-versed in all forms of essay writing, including Expository, Narrative, Persuasive, Argumentative, and Descriptive. I can also help with AP English Language and Composition, an introductory college-level composition course. Students cultivate their understanding of writing and rhetorical arguments through reading, analyzing, and writing texts as they explore topics like rhetorical situations, claims and evidence, reasoning and organization, and style. ● Proofread and evaluated all of Paul Lindsay's FBI thriller novels before being sent to Random House. Titles include New York Times Bestsellers Witness to the Truth and The Bricklayer ● Other titles included Code Name Gent Kill, Freedom to Kill, The Führer's Reserve, Traps, and The Big Scam. ● In addition, New York Times Bestselling author Paul Lindsay/Noah Boyd, used the ending of my FBI thriller script for the finale to the best-selling book of his career, The Bricklayer.
Film

Film

I've had seven of my scripts made into films, including four of the American Pie films (of which I co-produced two), Slap Shot 2, and Last Call, and sold an FBI procedural tv show to Jerry Bruckheimer Films (Top Gun, CSI). Executive Producer & script consultant on the feature film The Bricklayer for Millennium Films, starring Aaron Eckhart and Nina Dobrev, being released theatrically worldwide summer of 2023. In addition, I've completed dozens of writing assignments for studios such as Disney, Universal, Fox, Warner Bros., and Paramount. I can teach you the skills and insights you can't learn in a book but only from experience as a WGA professional screenwriter for over 20 years. I'm adept in all aspects of film and television production, from development to pre-production, physical production, and post-production. I graduated from USC film school with honors and have my Master's Degree in English Literature from the American University of Rome, finishing first in my class. In addition, I've also completed Robert McKee's grueling Story seminar and have lectured and been a featured guest on countess screenwriting seminars in California.
Grammar

Grammar

Master's Degree in English from the American University of Rome where I finished first in my class. Graduated with a 4.0 GPA. Classes included were British Literature I, British Literature II, American Literature, Poetry, Literary Editing and Publishing, Proofreading, Transmedia, and Creative Fiction.
Literature

Literature

Master's Degree in English from the American University of Rome where I finished first in my class. Graduated with a 4.0 GPA. Classes included were British Literature I, British Literature II, American Literature, Poetry, Literary Editing and Publishing, Proofreading, Transmedia, and Creative Fiction.
Proofreading

Proofreading

Master's Degree in English from the American University of Rome where I finished first in my class. Graduated with a 4.0 GPA. Classes included were British Literature I, British Literature II, American Literature, Poetry, Literary Editing and Publishing, Proofreading, Transmedia, and Creative Fiction.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I have a more diverse set of skills that I bring to the table than most other tutors or coaches over the past 20 years than most public speaking tutors. I've been a professional actor and producer, given dozens of motivational speeches, three university commencement addresses, given hundreds of on-screen interviews while promoting movies, served on countless screenwriting panels, and have had professional training in speechwriting and public speaking as a performance. I can help you with whatever you need. Getting over stage fright, honing your public speaking skills, and helping prepare your presentation or speech. I guarantee that my skillset will bring your public speaking to a performance level that will fast-track your career and have your friends and colleagues in awe.
Reading

Reading

Master's Degree in English from the American University of Rome where I finished first in my class. Graduated with a 4.0 GPA. Classes included were British Literature I, British Literature II, American Literature, Poetry, Literary Editing and Publishing, Proofreading, Transmedia, and Creative Fiction.
Theater

Theater

I graduated with honors in theatre and film at the prestigious USC (University of Southern California). I've been a member of SAG (Screen Actors Guild) since I was nineteen and have acted professionally in feature films and television as well as theatre. In addition, I studied acting at the world-famous Stella Adler Studio of acting. I'm an expert in all manners of theatre, from the history of theatre, Shakespeare, modern drama, and acting theory. I can help you with any aspect of theatre. I've helped countless people over the years finetune their craft and prepare for auditions. Also, as a public speaking coach and tutor, I bring many aspects of the world of theatre into my teaching, which not only improves people's public speaking performances but turns them into true performers.
Video Production

Video Production

Adept in all film and television production aspects, from development, pre-production, physical production, and post-production. Produced music videos, commercials, and short film content. Featured on MTV, MTV 2, MTV Jams, VH1, BET, CMT, and Nickelodeon. Co-producer and Executive producer on feature-length Films.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

Master's Degree in English from the American University of Rome where I finished first in my class. Graduated with a 4.0 GPA. Classes included were British Literature I, British Literature II, American Literature, Poetry, Literary Editing and Publishing, Proofreading, Transmedia, and Creative Fiction.
Writing

Writing

I have been a WGA professional screenwriter for over 20 years. I graduated from USC film school with honors. I also earned my master's degree in English Literature from the American University of Rome. I am well-versed in all forms of essay writing, including Expository, Narrative, Persuasive, Argumentative, and Descriptive. I can also help with AP English Language and Composition, an introductory college-level composition course. Students cultivate their understanding of writing and rhetorical arguments through reading, analyzing, and writing texts as they explore topics like rhetorical situations, claims, and evidence, reasoning and organization, and style.

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Wit and Wisdom

I've been screenwriting on and off for decades. After one session with Erik, I feel like the clouds have parted and I can see everything that I need to do to polish my work. He isn't just knowledgeable about the craft, he gives specific, detailed notes on just how to improve your writing and make your work stand out! He shares his experience within the industry to allow you to understand what works and what needs tweaking. He offers insightful anecdotes on films that he's worked on that relate to your script, as well as films that you both have seen. At the end of the session you feel invigorated and excited about your work and you are looking forward to the next session.

Robert, 93 lessons with Erik

knowledgeable Tutor

Erik was extremely knowledgeable and outlined a detailed path for me to follow. He understood where I was in my writing career and where i want to be. I look forward to future sessions with Erik.

Jason , 6 lessons with Erik

Great Expertise in Composing speeches for Pageants.

Through one lesson, Erik crafted two thoughtful and compassionate speeches for an upcoming national pageant. Erik is truly an expertise in his field as he incorporated emphatic aspects into my daughter’s speech that opened a whole new perspective. We really appreciate his dedication and genuine time into crafting motivational writing pieces. We are very satisfied with the after results. Thank you Erik.

Iris, 1 lesson with Erik

Wonderful Screenwriting Teacher!

Erik is a wonderful teacher filled with extreme knowledge of screenwriting and film. I am very blessed to have him as my screenwriting teacher and cannot wait to continue working with him on my second draft and helping get my script out there. Erik always puts his students first and is a very rare teacher on Wyzant because he will dedicate himself into helping you hone your craft and also goes beyond to not just make you a better screenwriter but a better human being.

Kevin, 15 lessons with Erik

Extremely helpful and knowledgeable!

Erik continues to help me turn my vision into a solid screenplay with his knowledge and positive attitude! He makes the entire process very enjoyable and easy to learn from.

Joseph , 8 lessons with Erik

Erik Is Amazing!

He is very knowledgeable, communicative. friendly and provides a new screenwriter the tools and ideas to make it a great script or series in my case. I am currently working with him and am so impressed by his tutoring skills. I highly recommend him.

Anita, 4 lessons with Erik

Erik L. Transforms Screenplay Dreams into Reality

My tutoring sessions with Erik during my screenwriting journey have been transformative. Thanks to Erik's invaluable mentoring, guidance, critiques, and fantastic suggestions. In just seven one-hour tutoring sessions over four months, I completed a final polished draft of my supernatural/horror script and submitted it to the Oscars prestigious Nicholl Fellowship screenwriting competition. Erik's knowledge and expertise extend across all film genres. He's truly a screenplay scholar and his ability to impart his knowledge is unmatched. Also, Erik has generously offered his extensive Hollywood connections to submit my screenplay to agents, managers, and producers. If you're looking for an online screenplay tutor who can elevate your writing to the next level and transform your dreams into reality, I cannot recommend Erik L. highly enough.

Abigail, 7 lessons with Erik

Very blessed to work with Erik

Words cannot express how very blessed I am to have Erik as my tutor. Erik is patient, calm, understanding, supportive and well knowledge about the film industry. My only regret is that I wish I had met Erik early when I was working on my screenplay. Erik is working with me on my second draft, and I enjoy our lessons very much as Erik gives me the tools and the confidence to improve my script.

Kevin, 15 lessons with Erik

Fantastic and fun session

Definitely one of the funniest sessions as well as most productive I've attended. Erik knows his stuff when it comes to comedy and screenwriting. Improved my beat sheet and 3 act structure 100% within the hour. Would highly recommend for your script writing needs or if you're just looking for a good laugh.

Max, 1 lesson with Erik

Knowledgeable and Patient

Erik was able to teach me some simple English tricks the first day. He knows how to identify a lot of tricks in an exam and show you how to identify and solve difficult problems. I would most definitely recommend Erik.

Tamika, 1 lesson with Erik
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