Shannan E. Johnson is a former development and current programming executive at The Syfy Channel (Being Human, Haven, Warehouse 13) turned CEO of The Professional Pen (TPP), a script consultancy. TPP develops screenwriters from idea to pitch to become more confident storytellers prepared for a professional screenwriting career and consults with scripted film and TV teams to streamline their development process to get to pre-production more efficiently.
TPP offers writing services that hone the key skills to develop an effective writing process: understanding screenplay structure, outlining, and giving, receiving, and addressing notes. Work 1:1 with our TPP Story Experts for straight-shot, no-chaser feedback to beef up your screenwriting portfolio and level up your screenwriting career.
Key partnerships/collaborations: Prime Video Studios, Fox Entertainment, Hallmark Media, Sony, Revolt, Screencraft, Essence, allblk, Stage32
IG: @theprofessionalpen
Web: www.theprofessionalpen.com
Shannan E. Johnson
Houston!
I'm coming back to my city and getting you pitch ready!
On February 19th, I have a few slots available for 1hr, in-person consultations - Pitch Jams - focused on pitching, pitch materials, and pitch strategy.
Book a slot here: calendly.com/pitch-jam/shannan
See you in the H! 🤘🏾💚
#screenwriting #pitching
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Shannan E. Johnson
Join me Live with the Cori Luv Show as we chat pitching and the business of Hollywood.
Thursday, October 23rd
5p PT
IG: @theprofessionalpen
4 months ago | [YT] | 20
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The First 15 Script Competition IS BACK!
Have you been writing? That's the question. Cycle II of the First 15 Script Competition is now open!
Submit your logline + the first 15 pages of your script.
All 2nd rounders receive feedback.
Top 10 receive a workshop with me. 😉
Winner receives a career strategy session with me + a general meeting with a Hollywood exec (TBD). Last year's exec was from MACRO (JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH, SORRY TO BOTHER YOU, RAISING DION)
Get your pages ready.
Applications close 10/31.
www.theprofessionalpen.com/script-competition
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Shannan E. Johnson
Have you seen the newest Jordan Peele produced thriller HIM? There have been a lot of bad reviews. But is it that bad? 👀 I'm discussing it LIVE.
Wednesday, September 24
530p PT
See you there!
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HIGHEST 2 LOWEST was a disappointment to many while others found it a great ode to New York as Spike Lee Joints tend to be.
Join me tomorrow to discuss.
5:30p PT - Right here on YouTube
#screenwriting #highest2lowest #filmanalysis #moviereview
5 months ago | [YT] | 35
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Shannan E. Johnson
Are you a student interested in a career in social media AND you love TV and film? Double up your experience with The Professional Pen's internship program.
It's perfect for a project-based, deadline-oriented student who wants to dip their toe into the entertainment industry while showing off their social media/digital marketing skills. And it's virtual, so - no driving, no missing class or social events, and best of all, you create your own work hours.
🟢 If this sounds like a great opportunity for you, submit your application by September 12th.
🟢 Know another student who may thrive in this internship, share it with them.
Application: www.theprofessionalpen.com/internship
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Shannan E. Johnson
TUESDAY NIGHT LIVE
Join me for an ASK ME ANYTHING session:
Tuesday, July 8th
IG @theprofessionalpen at 5:30p pT
TikTok @shannanejohnson at 6:30p pT
7 months ago | [YT] | 9
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Shannan E. Johnson
Screenwriter by heart. Social media manager by trade?
We’re hiring.
The Professional Pen is looking for a Social Media Manager who knows their way around a content calendar and a character arc.
✅ Real experience managing IG, TT, YT
✅ Writes like a pro (in someone else’s voice)
✅ Creative with trends, memes, and engagement
✅ Reliable and deadline-ready
This is perfect for a screenwriter who’s already been in the social game and wants a side hustle that speaks their language.
📅 Apply by July 11
🔗 www.theprofessionalpen.com/gigs
#HiringNow #ScreenwritingJobs #SocialMediaManager #CreativeSideHustle
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Shannan E. Johnson
Join me for Tuesday Night Live 👇🏾
5:30p PT: www.instagram.com/theprofessionalpen
6:30p PT: www.tiktok.com/shannanejohnson
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Pen Pals, I know the road to screenwriting success isn’t always easy. Sometimes, the toughest part is knowing how to level up your craft. So, if you're open to it, let's talk: What’s your biggest challenge right now?
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