Catalyst Story Institute

A global TV arts institute. We discover artists, develop stories, and advance careers. Presenter of the Catalyst Content Festival in Duluth, MN.

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Announcing North Star Story Summit: From Sept 22-Oct 1 @DSFilmFest, @MNWebFest, and #CatalystFestival2022 will run back-to-back-to-back to provide access to creators, content, and industry for film, web, and television.

LEARN MORE → https://t.co/FIEh3rtbjk

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THIS WEEKS CLASSES!

DEVELOPING NEW WORK AS AUDIO FICTION W/Ned Donovan

Nov 16th @ 5PM ET
Register>>https://t.co/hqnh9n59iX

SCRIPT TO EMMY NOMINATION W/SONJA O'HARA

Nov 15th @ 8PM ET
Register>>https://t.co/kA4pXZ6Huy

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NOVEMBER CLASSES!

DEVELOPING NEW WORK AS AUDIO FICTION W/Ned Donovan
Nov 16th @ 5PM ET
Register>>> https://t.co/5fC56KiyRC

SCRIPT TO EMMY NOMINATION W/SONJA O'HARA
Nov 15th @ 8PM ET
Register>> https://t.co/IdcTEUvbvc

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We want to thank our Institute Director, Nikki Coble & our Mentorship Director, Jennifer Plotzke for their years of dedication and work for Catalyst. We wish them the best on their new endeavors.

Please direct your institute and mentorship inquiries to [email protected].

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DEVELOPING NEW WORK AS AUDIO FICTION w/ Guest Artist NED DONONVAN!

Join Ned as he walks through different concepts and styles of Audio Fiction along with tips & tricks to set your project up for success.

Thurs, Nov. 16th | 2PM PT/ 5 PM ET
Register >> https://t.co/hzUL3dtHYw

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LAST CALL!

Tomorrow Best Selling Author J.S. Furlong teaches Novel & Story...

Thurs Oct 12
1-3pm ET
Sign Up>> https://t.co/YpvCgBv3J3

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NEW CLASSES!

Check out our upcoming guests... Pilot Producer & Best-Selling Author: J.S. Furlong, Emmy-nominated writer & The Second City Alum: Holly Wortell, and Entertainment Lawyer & Career Coach, Jim Arnoff!

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IP To TV: Conversation w/ bestselling author & Food Network pilot producer, J. S. Furlong. Ask J.S. questions on how she built her business, book series, & fanbase w/ the idea of turning her YA vampire book series into a tv show.
TODAY 2PM ET
FREE!
Join >> https://t.co/WGtoTtpV2B

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ATTENTION LA CREATORS!
Join us for a night of mixing & mingling on Sept. 26th (7-9pm PST) in LA. Make connections, have fun, & learn about all Catalyst has to offer.

FREE (drinks & snacks included)
Register>> https://t.co/FF53Yoaf2z

**Attendees must be over 21 with a valid ID**

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LIVE TODAY, at 2 PM PT/ 5 PM ET for ENTERTAINMENT INSURANCE: A CONVERSATION w/ JUSTIN ZOLADZ, hosted by SARA HAMILTON!

Why does your production need insurance? What are your risk considerations? Justin & Sara will lead you through these questions & more in our Livestream Chat!

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LAST CALL! Don't miss out on this class TOMORROW!
This is a crash course for the TV-loving but plot-averse. Whether your next writer goal is to sell or be staffed, Christina can teach you how to prep your script for the rooms you want to be in.
Register >>
https://t.co/3RWR6XyYKh

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Christina Pumariega is back for her third class!

Whether your next writer goal is to sell or be staffed, Christina can teach you how to prep your script for the rooms you want to be in.

Book Your Spot >>
https://t.co/3RWR6XyYKh

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Meet Whitni Resides! Whitni is a writer/actor/producer that hails from Tennessee and was one of Catalyst’s 2022 Script Competition winners.

Learn all about Whitni in this week’s Creator Spotlight: https://t.co/126WkNbm0I

#catalyst #creator #writer #actor #producer @whitnirae

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This is a crash course for the TV-loving but plot-averse. We'll identify the trappings of "breaking story" and offer you tools & exercises to approach breaking in a fresh way.

Tues. 7/25 at 3 PM PT/ 6 PM ET 2 Hrs
$50 ($37.50 w/Member Discount)
Register >>https://t.co/3RWR6XyYKh

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Catalyst festival entries will close on MONDAY, JULY 24TH for Video, Scripts, Podcasts & Literary.

Video | Scripts | Podcasts
https://t.co/N7JNbKNFXr

Literary
https://t.co/sR4r9HD0Iy

With the WGA guidelines, PITCHWORLD IS BACK! Stay tuned to our socials for submission details.

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Announcing our 2022-2023 Mentorship Pairs! Catalyst is proud to have curated a mentorship between writer/director Rachel Goldberg and producer Emma Slade. Learn more about their connection at https://t.co/302MF14X9f and the Catalyst Mentorship Program at https://t.co/OyFVXZ1RUi

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THIS FRIDAY!

Join us on Friday July 7th at 10 AM PT/ 1 PM ET for GOOD BONES: Structure Your Half Hour Pilot For Success with "Ghosts" Writer/Producer Emily Schmidt!

Register >> https://t.co/4rrEouQpPo
$50 for Non-Members
Members can apply their code for a 25% discount

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Entries close on JULY 24TH

Thanks to our partners & affiliates for sharing their discount codes
@TheEmmys @TheSecondCity @NYWIFT @mnwift @TheMediaU @panonetwork
@CoganDesigns @thejkstudio

After consulting the WGA... PITCHWORLD IS BACK! Watch our socials for submission details.

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Join us on Friday July 7th at 10 AM PT/ 1 PM ET for GOOD BONES: Structure Your Half Hour Pilot For Success with "Ghosts" Writer/Producer Emily Schmidt!

Register >> https://t.co/4rrEouQpPo
$50 for Non-Members
Members can apply their code for a 25% discount

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Don't miss this great event where our friends Ryan, Reyna, and Owen from Z-Fest talk all about how to make a better short film! Come out for a fun night of Minnesota creative energy. Free to attend. Open to everyone. No RSVP required.

Facebook invite>>> https://t.co/YedFVjwk4z

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Meet Victoria Main: actress/writer/producer and Duluth, Minnesota native! Check out the THREE series Victoria is currently working on, what sparked her early creativity and the inspiration behind her future memoir title.

Read all about Victoria here: https://t.co/CUcQzUML2v