14/07/2024
See what Sherm and Shu have been COOKING since the TDH hiatus! Watch Emperor of Ocean Park, written by the G.O.A.T. Sherman Payne, available TODAY only on MGM+. And who knows... maybe some new TDH around the corner? 👀
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THE DIVERSITY HIRES is a podcast that focuses on the business and culture of writing for film and television from a distinctly Black point of view.
Two professional screenwriters living and working in LA discuss the craft, culture and business of writing for Film and TV from a decidedly Black point of view. Hosted by professional screenwriters Sherman Payne and Shukree Hassan Tilghman, the show explores the craft, business, art, and commerce of the screenwriting trade - along with a dose of current events - through interviews with a range of
industry guests and discussion topics Shukree and Sherman would normally just talk to each other about on the phone. Instead, they’ve decided to lay these screenwriting gems in your ear.
03/11/2022
Shu and Sherm finish what they started! Part Two of the Screenwriter Commandments. Finally! Listen now!
Shu and Sherm finish what they started! Part Two of the Screenwriter Commandments. Finally! Listen now!
09/08/2022
In TDH 022: The Art of the Meeting, Shu and Sherm give some tips for navigating general meetings.
12/07/2022
In the latest episode, Shu and Sherm tell you how important it is to be open to opportunities as a new writer.
27/06/2022
In TDH 046, Shu offers up one of his screenwriting commandments: Write always, always write.
16/06/2022
🚨NEW EPISODE ALERT 🚨 In TDH 046: Screenwriter Commandments (Part 1), Shu breaks down his 5 commandments of screenwriting. He and Sherm share what you can do to become a better writer. Listen now!
Shu and Sherm are setting truth in stone. Part One of the Screenwriter Commandments. Thou shalt write, write, write every day! and more... Listen now!
09/06/2022
Do you think movie theaters will become obsolete?
06/06/2022
Shu explains how you can use A, B, and C stories to structure your pilot script.
02/06/2022
Shu says to become a better writer you have to get used to writing sh*tty.
23/05/2022
In TDH 016, Shu and Sherm tell you that a great way to create opportunities for yourself is by having a finished product to show.
12/05/2022
Shu explains how to use concentric circles to define your character’s wants.
02/05/2022
Writers finish scripts. In TDH 021, Shu and Sherm tell you the tools you need to finish writing your first screenplay.
21/04/2022
Shukree shares how he decides which of his ideas to pursue.
14/04/2022
What’s the difference between a high concept idea vs. a low concept idea?
07/04/2022
In this week’s episode, Shu and Sherm tell you how to decide what ideas to pursue.
05/04/2022
🚨NEW EPISODE ALERT🚨 A picture is worth a thousand words, but what is an idea worth? Shu and Sherm break down what makes an idea worth pursuing in your writing, they discuss the difference between high concept and low concept ideas, and they discuss a slap that somehow we all felt. You know the one. Listen now!
https://www.diversityhirespodcast.com/home/tdh-045-ideas-that-slap
A picture is worth a thousand words, but what is an idea worth? Shu and Sherm break down what makes an idea worth pursuing in your writing, they discuss the difference between high concept and low concept ideas, and they discuss a slap that somehow we all felt. You know the one. Listen now!
28/03/2022
Shu and Sherm tell you that there’s no one path for writers entering the industry.
21/03/2022
Shu and Sherm talk about pitching and other things no one tells you about a career as a writer.
14/03/2022
In TDH 029, Shu and Sherm talk about the profitability of Black movies.
03/03/2022
In TDH 037, Shu and Sherm discuss the role of Showrunner.
21/02/2022
In TDH 036, Shu and Sherm discuss how the key to writing a good story is conflict for your protagonist.
07/02/2022
Can you write a feature film while working as a staff writer? Shu and Sherm discuss managing your time in a writers’ room.
31/01/2022
Sherm says your scenes should focus on character and emotion, not information.
27/01/2022
What is your favorite book-to-movie adaptation?
24/01/2022
Shu gives some tips on how you should behave in a writers’ room.
20/01/2022
What television series do you think was unfairly cancelled?
17/01/2022
Do you need to go the assistant route to be a television writer? Shu and Sherm weigh in.
06/01/2022
“Just focus on the writing.”
Shu says focus on being a great writer, and everything else will fall into place.
03/01/2022
Do you have any writing goals for the new year?
30/12/2021
The antagonist in your script should act as a relentless source of obstacles for your protagonist.
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In the latest episode, Shu and Sherm tell you how important it is to be open to opportunities as a new writer.
In TDH 046, Shu offers up one of his screenwriting commandments: Write always, always write.
Shu explains how you can use A, B, and C stories to structure your pilot script.
Shu says to become a better writer you have to get used to writing sh*tty.
Shu explains how to use concentric circles to define your character’s wants.
How to Know if an Idea is Worth Pursuing
Shukree shares how he decides which of his ideas to pursue.
High Concept vs. Low Concept
What’s the difference between a high concept idea vs. a low concept idea?
There is No One Path
Shu and Sherm tell you that there’s no one path for writers entering the industry.
What No One Tells You About a Writing Career
Shu and Sherm talk about pitching and other things no one tells you about a career as a writer.
Black Movies Make Money
In TDH 029, Shu and Sherm talk about the profitability of Black movies.
The Role of Showrunner
In TDH 037, Shu and Sherm discuss the role of Showrunner.
How to Balance TV Writing and Other Projects
Can you write a feature film while working as a staff writer? Shu and Sherm discuss managing your time in a writers’ room.
“Your scene should not be an info-dump.”
Sherm says your scenes should focus on character and emotion, not information.
How to Behave in a Writers’ Room
Shu gives some tips on how you should behave in a writers’ room.
Do you need to go the assistant route?
Do you need to go the assistant route to be a television writer? Shu and Sherm weigh in.
“Just focus on the writing.”
“Just focus on the writing.” Shu says focus on being a great writer, and everything else will fall into place.
The Hardest Thing About Being a Staff Writer
In TDH 027, Shu and Sherm share the most difficult thing about being a staff writer.
“There has to be doubt.”
In TDH 034: The Art of the First Act, Shu and Sherm discuss the importance of having your characters initially resist or refuse the call to adventure.
How New Writers Can Create Opportunities
Sherm gives new writers a piece of advice for creating career opportunities.
Character Dialogue
Shu and Sherm explain why your characters should never say exactly what they want.
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