Screenwriting Coach, Script & Story Consultant

Learn how to write impactful stories that sell. Draw from your own experiences to craft authentic, emotionally resonant stories while strengthening structure, clarity, and commercial appeal.

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178 writers

successfully staffed on television shows through consulting and career guidance

131 scripts

sold by writers worked with and developed through story and career consulting

14 pilots

developed and advanced to series in television production

Industry-tested storytelling.
Thousands of writers.

Jen Grisanti brings more than two decades of television industry experience to every story. A former studio executive and 13-year NBC Writers on the Verge instructor, she has worked directly with executive producers, showrunners, and writing staffs on more than 15 primetime series, including NCIS, Charmed, Medium, and Beverly Hills, 90210. Her philosophy is simple: find the truth at the heart of a story, strengthen the character’s journey, and develop the material until the hero and the story achieve their full potential.

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  • Jen is a true partner. Knowing that she was actively seeking out the best writers and directors for MEDIUM was such a relief. I knew she had always done the most thorough research and found the most qualified and talented staff.

    — Bruce Evans, Senior Vice President, Current Programs NBC

  • Jennifer is a great executive. She has a keen eye for discovering talented writers and directors and an extensive portfolio of shows that she has supervised. This experience makes her a valuable asset in television.

    — Jackie DeCrinis, Senior Vice President, USA Network

  • Jennifer is a pleasure to work with. She gives excellent script notes; they are constructive and thoughtful. She has fantastic follow-through and excellent relationships around town.

    —Lindsay Sloane, Vice President, USA Network

  • Jen’s unique and inspired contribution to the TV Writers Studio went above and beyond anything we imagined, both as a teacher and a professional mentor. Jen was a crowd favorite for the hundreds of attendees – highly skilled, motivated, and warm, she is a joy to work with. We can’t wait to get her back in Australia again!

    — Annie MacArthur, Producer, Epiphany International Artists P/L

  • Jen coached me through a script that helped me land a top agent and a gig writing for an extensive network sitcom. Because of her, I never start breaking the story on a pilot until I figure out my main character’s dilemma. I never blow an act without thinking, ‘is this an obstacle to the goal?’ Her methods and terminology work. They get me meetings and jobs. Simple as that.

    — Isaac Gonzalez, Story Editor, Legends of Chamberlain Heights

  • Jen Grisanti was an absolute godsend this season of Writers on the Verge. Her warmth and insight into the note-giving process led to constructive workshops and unique scripts. Jen has an incredible eye for story, character, and dialogue. She’s a beautiful lady who genuinely cares about shaping each piece to its fullest potential.

    — Erika Kennair, Creator of NBC's Writers on the Verge Program/Director of Development Sci-Fi Channel

  • What makes Jen Grisanti such a great teacher isn’t that she teaches you to ‘write what you know; she teaches you to know who you are. And that’s the greatest lesson any writer can learn.

    — Benjamin Raab, Writer/Co-Executive Producer, The Flash

  • Jen Grisanti is at the master class level. She has impeccable industry credentials, a sharp intellect, and a compelling personal vision–all of which she combines in her unique and results-proven approach to writing and craft.

    — John Mason, Film Commissioner, Hawaii

  • Jen Grisanti gave me the tools to mine my own experiences and translate them into any genre. She has rare expertise in crafting the story with emotional depth and efficient structure… And what’s more, she’s an ace at teaching others how to do it.

    — Gina Monreal, Co-Executive Producer, NCIS

  • Many instructors preach ‘write what you know,’ but Jen’s method is more ‘write what you feel.’ She recognizes that every writer has unique experiences from which to draw, and she helps you access those experiences to turn them into stories that have a beating heart on the page.

    — Rick Muirragui, Executive Producer, Suits

  • I had the fortune of discovering Jennifer Grisanti Consulting before submitting my pilot for a writing program. She was straightforward to talk to, keyed in on every facet of the story, and able to break down the story structure into an equation that is one size fits. I walked away from our meeting not only with great feedback but also a unique structural point of view that I will forever filter my future projects through.

    — Joshua Faulkner, Writer

  • In Finding Story, Jen beautifully articulates a framework for understanding stories using successful existing shows, which writers can then apply to the stories they want to tell. Her breakdowns are clear, concise, and incredibly insightful. I find myself constantly using her tools to study other people's scripts and write my scripts. I feel much more confident in my writing skills after having gone through the Finding Story modules.

    — Teresa Tuan, Writer

  • Jen Grisanti's Storywise Teleseminar provides writers with invaluable tools to create pilots that resonate with readers emotionally. Her step-by-step process teaches you how to take your story from inspiration to crafting characters and story components that result in more than just a professional level script, but a script that will stand apart. I've had pilots placed as finalists and semi-finalists in the WOTV, ABC, and WB writing fellowships and land representation due to her techniques.

    — Erica Land, Writer

  • Life and career-changing! I've been taking Jen Grisanti's TV writing course 'Finding Story' for six weeks. This course elevated my awareness and understanding of the story beyond what I can describe. I've written several feature screenplays, and from this course, I am writing a tv pilot. Thank you, Jen, for changing how I write for the better, especially how to truly have the external plot allow an opportunity to heal the internal dilemma for my lead character and me personally.

    — Paula K Hornick, Writer

  • Jen Grisanti is one in a hundred million. She reads your pages and offers brilliant consultation in minutes as her brain is super-powered. After sharing ways to elevate your work, she gently nudges your soul to open, and in doing so, you are better for the probing. All this with pure gratefulness and kindness.

    — Cathy Yonek, Writer

  • I've finished Jen Grisanti's Finding Story modules and Storywise Teleseminar. I realized something vital: I always felt something was missing when trying to write my pilot. Now, for the first time, I understand how to move forward with my passion, my pilot, and future pilots. Jen's Story Line, approach, teleseminar, modules, students, and guest speakers have given me an extremely helpful framework for pursuing my pilot and my dream.

    — Charles Nathan, Writer

  • I recently completed Jen's Story Therapy class and cannot recommend it highly enough. I've done a lot of courses in my ten years of writing, but no other course breaks down the emotional core of TV structure like Jen's. I can honestly say I'm walking away from this experience with brand new confidence in my writing - knowing I have the secret tools to take my pilot scripts to the next level (and beyond)!

    — Erin Foy, Writer

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FAQs:
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  • Yes. Jen works with writers developing both television and feature projects, helping them strengthen character, story, structure, and emotional impact while staying true to their unique voice and vision.

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  • Absolutely. Jen works with writers at every stage, from beginners developing their craft and their first scripts to experienced writers navigating the next stage of their careers. You don’t need years of experience or a polished script to benefit from Jen’s guidance. What matters is where you are now and where you want to go.

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  • A script consultant provides an experienced outside perspective on your story, characters, structure, and emotional impact. Jen helps you identify what’s working, uncover what may be holding the script back, and develop a clearer path forward while keeping your unique voice at the center of the story.

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  • You don’t need a perfect script before seeking professional feedback. If you’ve taken your screenplay or TV pilot as far as you can on your own, an experienced perspective can help you see the story more clearly, identify what needs strengthening, and determine the most productive next step.

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  • Jen offers self-paced digital courses, books, and story development resources designed to help writers strengthen their craft, develop their stories, and move their careers forward. Whether you want to dive deeper into story structure, character, career development, or the business of screenwriting, you can learn from Jen on your own schedule.

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  • If you want personalized feedback and guidance tailored to your script or career, one-on-one consulting or coaching may be the best fit. If you prefer to learn independently and work at your own pace, Jen’s digital courses and resources give you access to her approach whenever it works for you.

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  • Jen offers consulting and coaching options at several price points, depending on your project and the level of support you need. Payment plans are available for select services, making it easier to choose the option that works best for you.

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