Jonny Grant

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About Jonny Grant

Read and review screenplays, providing analysis of dialogue. character, plot, theme, structure, marketability, and visuals. Read and review screeners with potential to acquire and distribute in the US, Canada, Aus and NZ. Scout potential acquisitions in the form of movies and screenplays Work with writers to develop ideas, treatments and screenplays. Provide constructive feedback, working closely with the writer in a coaching capacity. Chair development meetings with writers and filmmakers. Chair distribution meetings with the producers and filmmakers of films we have acquired, discussing distribution and marketing strategy. Categorise episodes into series. Contact and meet with agents and productions with the aim of scouting potential writers and directors to work with. Scout content to potential acquire and distribute, researching Conduct regular checkins with those involved with acquired films, keeping them up to date with statistics, figures and analytics regarding their film’s distribution. Brainstorm potential content ideas, and map out stories. Liaise with a range of industry professionals including distributors, sales agents, and production companies. Attend festivals such as Cannes, SXSW, and Frightfest, meeting with sales agents and negotiating deals for potential acquisition and distribution. Use Canva and Adobe programmes to tweak artwork and posters of upcoming releases. Upload films and TV episodes to Amazon Prime and other platforms. Research and add publications, press contacts and production companies to Studio Dome. Create Press Releases and campaigns for upcoming releases. Create pitch decks, one sheets and look books for potential productions. Reach out to publications, pitching upcoming releases for review. Upload reviews to Studio Dome system and The Horror Collective website. Spreadsheet management of various databases including acquisitions tracker, contacts, publications, and screeners. Watermark screeners before sending to publications for review. Produced/ credited Screenwriter (The Dare, Arthur and Merlin: Knights of Camelot) with a strong ear for sharp dialogue and a powerful, visual style. Passionate about creating commercial genre stories with an original twist.