An inspiring, results-focused talk on this rarely-taught production topic with veteran Script Supervisor Daniela Saioni, who landed the gig on over 90% of the job interviews she was invited to.
Since sharing her secrets with her students (this is one of the lessons in her Director Whisperer Training Program for professional script supervisors), several alumni in multiple countries have reported resounding success with these techniques.
TRAINING OVERVIEW
This talk includes...
How to eliminate interview nerves by taking charge of the process
How to troubleshoot during the interview and avoid problematic working relationships
How to spot red flags at the interview stage
Real life interview stories of the good, the bad and the ugly from Daniela's career
How to prepare for your interview
Mindset hacks that make you the most compelling candidate
How to dodge inappropriate questions
Asking the questions that will make your time in prep and on set so much easier... and more!
ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR....
Daniela Saioni has been script supervising for 35 years internationally with A-list directors including Paul Feig, Mimi Leder, Bruce Beresford, Greg Daniels, Davis Guggenheim, David F. Sandberg and has also supported many first-time directors. She is known as a comedy script supervisor (A Simple Favor, Another Simple Favor, Suits, Shazam!, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, A Merry Little Ex-Mas, Vladimir)
She is a character actress, former stand-up comic and multi-awardwinning comedy screenwriter who brings all her industry knowledge into her creative career coaching. She has taught for various notable film organizations for three decades and her programs are now helping build and grow careers in 35 countries.
What Daniela's Students are Saying...
Your class gave me the confidence boost I needed and really made me see our world thru the eyes of the director. Just wanted to thank you and tell you that I got my own show as Main Unit Script Supervisor on The Chi.
Marianna Harrison (Chicago, US)
Script Supervisor
[re: Director Whisperer Training Program] Daniela is a wonderful teacher. Even though I have already worked as a Script Supervisor for some years, it was a highly interesting and entertaining endeavour, validatting in many ways how I already work. I found her advice informative, her stories valuable, and the lessons themselves great fun.
Shaida K. (London, UK)
Director / Script Supervisor
[re: Director Whisperer] I wanted to share how deeply this course has impacted me. The tools, clarity and confidence I gained with you completely transformed the way I work on set. My crewmates keep telling me how much more grounded, organized and professional I’ve become. I truly feel ready to step into the kind of projects I’ve always dreamed about. That shift is because of you and everything you taught us. This course didn’t just improve my workflow, it changed the way I carry myself in this job, and I’m genuinely so grateful.
Patricia Berber (Mexico)
Script Supervisor
Daniela's devotion and generosity tto her students and teaching continue far beyond the last day of class. Daniela remains available and responsive to any questions and conerns we have as we move towards building our careers. Additionally, she welcomes us into a community of our peers, encouraging us to keep learning and growing together.
Julie S. (Montreal, Canada)
Script Supervisor
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