BPS 080: Writing for TV/Streaming Platforms in Today's World with Michael Jamin

BPS 080: Writing for TV/Streaming Platforms in Today's World with Michael Jamin

Author: Bulletproof Screenwriting August 12, 2020 Duration: 50:14
Today on the show we have writer and showrunner Michael Jamin. Michael has been writing for television since 1996.  His many credits include Just Shoot Me, King of the Hill, Beavis & Butthead, Wilfred, Out of Practice, Rules of Engagement, Lopez and Tacoma FD.

He’s also served as Executive Producer/Showrunner on Glenn Martin DDS, Maron, and Rhett & Link’s Buddy System. Michael currently lives in Los Angeles where he's working on a collection of personal essays to be released in 2020.

Enjoy my conversation with Michael Jamin.

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