The Hollywood Field Trip
Aspirational, Inspirational, and Educational
May, 2025
Setting foot in Hollywood is a transformative experience for anyone with aspirations in the entertainment industry. Such a trip grounds your dreams in reality, providing practical knowledge and connecting you with the heart of filmmaking and its people.
By immersing yourself in this vibrant historical environment, you gain inspiration, insights, and the motivation to pursue your goals with renewed vigour and clarity.
Imagine your aspirations finally converging into reality over an unforgettable week in the heart of filmmaking. You’ll be visiting studio lots, soundstages, iconic landmarks, networking with industry leaders, and pitching to literary agents. This trip is not just an adventure; it’s the fusion of your creative visions with the heartbeat of Hollywood, turning aspirations into tangible opportunities.
Participation in this exclusive Hollywood Field Trip is limited to ensure a personalized and enriching experience for each attendee. Today, you can register with an initial $500 deposit toward the total price of $2,000. After registering, you will receive a link to schedule a Zoom interview and will then be notified if you qualify for the trip. By keeping the group small, we can provide more intimate access to industry professionals, foster meaningful connections, and ensure everyone receives individual attention during tours, events, and meals. This approach allows us to maintain a high quality of engagement and create a supportive environment where each participant’s creative aspirations can truly flourish. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to sharing this incredible journey with a select group of passionate screenwriters.
If approved, you will receive an email with instructions to pay the remaining balance of your $2,000 trip fee. You will also receive a link to book your room at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, which is not included in the trip fee and must be paid separately.
WHEN
There will be two field trips in May 2025, limited to 40 writers for each trip. The dates are:
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Monday, May 5 – Friday, May 9
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Monday, May 12 – Friday May 16
If approved, you will receive an email with instructions to pay the remaining balance of your $2,000 trip fee. You will also receive a link to book your room at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, which is not included in the trip fee and must be paid separately.
WHAT
The registration fee will include:
A day at Paramount:
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A personalized journey of the studio lot and the sound stages
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Lunch at the studio commissary
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A visit to the Museum of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences
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An agent pitch-fest at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel
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Dinner at the iconic Musso and Frank Restaurant
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Two guest lectures by successful Hollywood screenwriters
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Cocktail reception and dinner with Hollywood agents, producers, and actors as well as screenwriters from our Guest Speakers Program
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Two small excursions which may include: a visit to the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, Writers Guild of America Headquarters, TCL Chinese Theatre (formerly Graupman's)
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A night at the Hollywood Bowl or an equivalent event (2025’s concerts are not yet released)
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An open reception and dinner with local Summiteers (there’s over a hundred of them, including beloved mentors Jeff Arch and Tab Murphy)
If approved, you will receive an email with instructions to pay the remaining balance of your $2,000 trip fee. You will also receive a link to book your room at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, which is not included in the trip fee and must be paid separately.
HOW
The cost does not include airport transportation, airfare, and some meals (this will all be itemized before a registration payment is required. There will be payment plans available).
We will be using the Hollywood Roosevelt as our hub for some events including the industry professional cocktail party, and agent pitch fest. We are currently arranging the booking block with the hotel and will have that arranged in the next ten days before any payments are necessary.
Because space is extremely limited, we strongly urge you to register as soon as possible.
If approved, you will receive an email with instructions to pay the remaining balance of your $2,000 trip fee. You will also receive a link to book your room at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, which is not included in the trip fee and must be paid separately.
