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“If you are going to be on TV for however many years, you want to make sure that you have writers that are giving you something to work with, and I got that in spades.” quote by Michael Shannon
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“If you are going to be on TV for however many years, you want to make sure that you have writers that are giving you something to work with, and I got that in spades.”

Michael Shannon

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Hollywood Reporter, 2023

Having reliable writers ensures you have material to work with on TV.

In simple terms: Good writers give you material to work with.

Key Takeaway

Seek strong collaborators.

Themes

collaboration creativity television career

Mood

analytical optimistic

Type

insight professional

When to use this quote

  • script development
  • showrunner meetings
  • season planning
  • pitch sessions

Key Concepts

writing trust quality control

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes a writer valuable to you?
  • How do you maintain creative control?
A Different Perspective

Even with good writers, execution may falter.

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