"Lots of time and personal attention...If you are...attracted to the myth model of screenwriting... you'll delight in the comprehensiveness of what you get."

Creative Screenwriting magazine

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FAQs
WHAT ARE THE MYTHWORKS TOOLS?
WHO USES MYTHWORKS?
BUT MY STORY ISN'T MYTHIC...
HOW DOES MYTHWORKS WORK?
How can MYTHWORKS help ME improve MY story?
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

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The artist naturally taps into universal inspiration but difficulties often arise in fully expressing it. MYTHWORKS consultations help you manifest the full potential of your project.

MYTHWORKS helps you —

• Effectively communicate your Vision

• Identify and strengthen your Theme

• Create dynamic believable Characters

• Turn current events into timeless tales

• Get an extra edge for pitch meetings

"MYTHWORKS makes an extremely important contribution to the industry and can be an important factor in the difference between success and failure. It helps the writer go broader and deeper, to ground their stories in some of the most fascinating myths which echo in the best of our contemporary stories."

WHAT ARE THE MYTHWORKS TOOLS?

• Mythic Themes and Plot Points (the Hero's Journey is just one of many). We work together to determine the Theme that best fits the story you want to tell.

• Archetypes who embody the hopes and fears of your audience

• Mythic Structure based on the Centres of Motivation (chakras)

• Dynamic, believable dialogue

• Organic story structure, not cookie-cutter formats

• Integrity of conflict & resolution within the parts and the whole

• Symbols and images that speak universal truths on a human level to enhance the impact of your story-telling

• Names, colours, and settings to strongly portray your chosen emotions

WHO USES MYTHWORKS?

Writers, Playwright, Novelists, Directors, Development Executives, Actors, Production Designers.... any Creative person who wants to enhance their own inspiration with the timeless tools of effective communication.

Universal Studios, Paramount Pictures, Sony-Columbia... writers and production companies in the USA, Canada, Denmark, Rome, England, India, New Zealand, Australia.

"MYTHWORKS helps me develop a concept, pinpoint design and align the supportive details."

MYTHWORKS used on Lady Killer for Lifetime, Marilyn for HBO, The Mommy Market starring Sissy Spacek, Wes Craven's New Nightmare, Vampire in Brooklyn, Austin Powers, A Very Brady Sequel.

BUT MY STORY ISN'T MYTHIC...

Well, it should be! And it can be. From STAR WARS to FATAL ATTRACTION, FACE OFF to TITANIC, the best stories have Mythic Elements, and so can yours — with MYTHWORKS.

Whatever your genre, whatever your style, there are always Mythic Elements that can enhance your story.

After all, the myths of all times and cultures include all the stories ever told in any genre. There's always a solid mythic basis and background for the story you are going to tell us with your own special interpretation and style.

HOW DOES MYTHWORKS WORK?

Whether it's a just an idea, your first draft, or a shooting script, together WE ASSESS YOUR NEEDS and the various options. YOU SELECT a Plan based on your needs and budget.

I read your project through the first time, then you and I talk for 20-30 minutes so I can be sure I am in alignment with what it is you want to be saying with your writing. Most writers intuitively tap into several Mythic Themes; I will help you select a main Theme and a sup-plot Theme doe you can better tighten up the story.

Then I go back through your piece and address the story issues [theme, plot, structure, characters, dialogue, descriptions, etc.], make notes-on-the-page, additional notes and suggestions, etc. according to the complexity of the Plan you selected.

Once you have received and gone over my notes and suggestions, then you and I speak again to answer any questions you may have.

With the more extensive Plans [Writer's Plan II and above], you also receive a NOTEBOOK with detailed analyses customized to your story and your unique vision.

CONSULTATION TIME is included.

"I was astounded by the depth and extent of Pamela's information; MYTHWORKS helped add layers and dimension to the characters, texture and power to my storytelling. In short, a powerful underfooting, stability and direction to all the creative choices on my project — an essence I would never have had the time or the knowledge to bring to the film myself."

How can MYTHWORKS help you improve your story?

Your MYTHWORKS consultation will --

• Supply a cohesive Thematic Story-line that asks a specific question of the character, gives him a specific mission, and has him learning a specific lesson by story's end. This classic story-line will resonate with the power of myth and capture your viewers with its recognizable theme, while at the same time engaging them in its own unique twists and turns.

• Supply Mythic Plot Points with specific suggestions on how to adapt the existing story to them in order to strengthen the development of the hero, to reveal his process of growth and change, and to discover the colourful unfolding of the story-line itself.

• Supply Character Profiles using dynamic archetypes adapted to the individuals in this screenplay. By tapping into the psychological motivations, strengths and weaknesses, hopes and fears of each character's archetypes they can become even more vivid and realistic. Each profile also includes such details as typical business and styles of speech, to help the writer, director and actor's craft each character into a distinct memorable individual.

• Supply Title suggestions which reflect the theme of the story.

• Supply Symbolic Design elements to enhance the Mythic Theme and the Archetypes.

By using mythic themes, plot points, archetypes and symbols in your stories you can power-charge every aspect of your art and craft for creative and commercial success.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

FEES

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QUICK-MYTH PLAN	$300
PITCH PACKAGE	$300
SCRIPT COVERAGE	$300
BASIC ANALYSIS PLAN	$750
WRITER'S PLAN I	$1,000
WRITER'S PLAN II	$1,500
WRITER'S PLAN III	$2,500
DIRECTOR'S PLAN	$3,000
PRODUCTION DESIGNER'S PLAN	$3,000
ACTOR'S PLAN	$400
ADDITIONAL TIME per hour	$150
ADDITIONAL TIME per 1/2 hour	$75.00
MISCELLANEOUS	$25
MISCELLANEOUS	$50
MISCELLANEOUS	$100

WRITER'S PLAN #1 - for scripts, novels, plays:

MYTHIC THEME & EXAMPLES

Identifies and aligns your unique story with timeless concepts

10 MAJOR PLOT POINTS [what should happen when] and suggestions for aligning YOUR STORY with this MYTHIC CONTENT & STRUCTURE

THREE [3] MAIN CHARACTER ARCHETYPES & PROFILES

Mythic Archetype & backstory

Goals, Barriers, Hopes, Fears, Strengths, Weaknesses, Styles of Speech, Symbols

CHARACTER TRIANGLES OFASSISTANCE & RESISTANCE

what helps them, what hinders them — for dramatic conflict

ADDITIONAL MYTHIC INFO

FILMOGRAPHY & BIBLIOGRAPHY

2 HRS PHONE CONSULTATION

FEE: $1,000

Prose = Up to five hundred double-spaced pages [500pp] for regular fee.

Additional pages @ $3.00 each

WRITER'S PLAN #2 – for scripts, novels, plays:

MYTHIC THEME & EXAMPLES

1) Main Theme &

2) Subplot

15 MAJOR PLOT POINTS for both the Theme & Subplot

6 CHARACTER ARCHETYPES & PROFILES

TRIANGLES OF ASSISTANCE & RESISTANCE: 6 CHARACTERS & 5 MAJOR PLOT POINTS

ADDITIONAL MYTHIC INFO

FILMOGRAPHY/BIBLIOGRAPHY

3 HRS PHONE CONSULTATION

FEE: $1,500

Prose = Up to five hundred double-spaced pages [500pp] for regular fee.

Additional pages @ $3.00 each

WRITER'S PLAN #3 – for scripts, novels, plays:

MYTHIC THEME & EXAMPLES

1) Main Theme & 2) Subplot

20 MAJOR PLOT POINTS for both the Theme & Subplot

10 CHARACTER ARCHETYPES & PROFILES

TRIANGLES OF ASSISTANCE & RESISTANCE:

10 CHARACTERS & 10 MAJOR PLOT POINTS

ADDITIONAL MYTHIC INFO

FILMOGRAPHY/BIBLIOGRAPHY

4 HRS PHONE CONSULTATION

Includes reading the re-write

FEE: $2500

Prose = Up to five hundred double-spaced pages [500pp] for regular fee.

Additional pages @ $3.00 each

Prices for initial consultations can be applied to more in-depth consultations on the same project. Assess Rewrite: available on Writers Plans 1,2,3 = 1/3 plan fee.

BASIC ANALYSIS PLAN:

I read your script [up to 120pp] or manuscript [up to 300 double-spaced pages].

Our initial phone call of 15-30 minutes assures I am aligned with your story goals.

I make notes-on-the-page, plus 1-2pp of comments/suggestions, for specific changes.

Follow up phone call of 30-45 minutes.

FEE $750

Prices for initial consultations can be applied to more in-depth consultations on the same project. Assess Your Rewrite: Basic Analysis Plan $250 / Writers Plans 1,2,3 = 1/3 plan fee.

WRITER'S QUICK-MYTH PLAN:

From your story synopsis (up to five double-spaced pages), I will identify your project's Mythic Theme(s) plus your main character's Archetype, and supply you with suggested reading, viewing, and research to help you develop your story using the Power of Myth.

Half-hour phone consultation

FEE $300

PITCH PACKAGE:

Read your script [up to 120 pages] or manuscript [up to 300 double-spaced pages].

Extra pages either script or manuscript, add $1.

Phone call – 30 minutes discussing your core Theme, Style, Characters, Character Arcs, and Message.

Write for your story:

Logline

3-sentence Pitch

3-paragraph Pitch

FEE $300

SCRIPT COVERAGE:

Read your screenplay (up to 120 pages, standard format) or your manuscript (up to 300 double-spaced pages). Standard studio style coverage that includes Logline, Rating Table, Synopsis of the work, and analyses in the following areas: Overall, Characters, Structure, Stakes, Conflict, Believability, Dialogue, Other, Budget, and Grade (Recommend, Recommend with Changes, Pass).

Additional pages, screenplay or manuscript @ $1 (one dollar) per page.

Turnaround time 2-3 weeks.

Rush fee: Add one-third of total price.

FEE $300

ALL OF WRITER'S PLAN 2 plus:

10 CHARACTER PROFILES which also include SYMBOLS, SHAPES, COLOURS, etc.

10 SET/LOCATION BREAKDOWNS with SYMBOLS, SHAPES,COLOURS, MATERIALS, COLLECTIONS, etc.

MUSIC, ART, BLOCKING ARTWORK & GRAPHICS

FILMOGRAPHY - BIBLIOGRAPHY - SHOOTING BOOK

SIX [6] HOURS CONSULTATION

FEE: $3,000

ADDITIONAL CHARACTERS @ $150

ADDITIONAL SETS @ $100

ADDITIONAL CONSULTATION @ $150/HOUR

Get an EXTRA EDGE for your AUDITION!!

Add MYTHIC POWER to your PERFORMANCE!!!

YOUR CHARACTER'S ARCHETYPE & MYTHS

YOUR MYTHIC GOALS & BARRIERS

STRENGTHS, WEAKNESSES, HOPES, FEARS

CHARACTERISTICS, HABITS, "BUSINESS"

TRIANGLES OF ASSISTANCE & RESISTANCE

TWO HOURS CONSULTATION

FILMOGRAPHY & BIBLIOGRAPHY

FEE: $400

ADDITIONAL CONSULTATION @ $150 HR

Mail your Script/Manuscript and a check made out to MYTHWORKS for the total amount to:

MYTHWORKS
7231 FRANKLIN AVE. #5
HOLLYWOOD, CA 90046 USA
phone/fax 323-874-6042
mythworks@sbcglobal.net

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Please allow two-three weeks for delivery after receipt of payment and script.

After we've read your materials we'll ring you up to discuss your project and be sure we are in agreement on the path and style you want.

Add-ons billed weekly.

Fees subject to change without notice.

Thank you for your interest in MYTHWORKS.

Pamela Jaye Smith