Dean Wesley Smith – Negotiating a Deal: After the Deal

You’ve landed a deal for your book to become a movie or a game, but what happens next? This lecture, Negotiating a Deal: After the Deal, focuses on the critical steps to manage your intellectual property post-deal and expand your income streams effectively. Learn how to navigate this high-stakes phase with practical strategies from industry experts Dean Wesley Smith and Kristine Kathryn Rusch.

Negotiation Series Lectures

This lecture is part of a specialized series designed to prepare writers for the complexities of negotiation and deal management. The series includes:

• Lecture 1: Negotiating a Deal: They Come to You
• Lecture 2: Negotiating a Deal: You Approach Them
• Lecture 3: Negotiating a Deal: After the Deal (This Lecture)

The final lecture focuses on maximizing opportunities and avoiding potential pitfalls after securing a deal. Please note that you must complete the first two lectures before enrolling in this advanced session.

Structure of the Lecture

This lecture offers an immersive and realistic learning experience through a multi-step structure:

1. Begin with recorded videos on Teachable, including scenario-based assignments designed to replicate real-life situations.
2. Access follow-up videos with detailed explanations of effective responses to scenarios.
3. Participate in live webinars with Dean and Kris, where you can ask questions and gain deeper insights into negotiation strategies.
4. Progress through additional recorded sessions that delve into advanced topics like long-term deal management and income expansion.
5. Conclude with wrap-up videos summarizing key learnings and strategies.

Through this structured approach, writers gain hands-on training that bridges theory and practical application.

Dates and Time Commitment

• Start Date: December 3rd
• Webinars: Held on the next two Sunday mornings and December 30th at 11 a.m. West Coast US time.
• Total Duration: Approximately eight hours spread across a month.

All videos will remain available on Teachable for review, allowing participants to revisit the material as needed.

What You’ll Learn

• How to effectively manage your rights and responsibilities post-deal.
• Strategies to expand your income streams through licensing, merchandising, and additional opportunities.
• Techniques to avoid common pitfalls and ensure long-term success.
• How to work collaboratively with studios, gaming companies, and other partners.

Course Curriculum

Negotiations Lecture Introduction

• Negotiations Introduction (7:33)

Negotiations Lecture After the Deal – Week 1

• Session #1 (5:34)
• Session #2 (5:31)
• Session #3 (7:03)
• Session #4 (5:07)
• Session #5 (5:18)
• Scenario #1 (1:47)

Negotiations Lecture After the Deal – Second Week

• Session #6 (3:56)
• Session #7 (4:53)
• Session #8 (7:26)
• Session #9 (5:29)
• Scenario #2 (5:16)

Why This Lecture is Essential

Landing a deal is just the beginning. Knowing how to manage your property and negotiate subsequent opportunities can mean the difference between a lucrative career and a missed chance. This lecture equips you with the tools and knowledge to protect your creative rights, navigate complex agreements, and unlock additional income streams.

Your Instructor

Dean Wesley Smith is a USA Today bestselling author with over 23 million copies of his books in print. Known for his extensive work in franchises like Star Trek, Spider-Man, and X-Men, Dean brings decades of industry experience to the table. As a writer, editor, and Hollywood script consultant, he offers unparalleled insights into negotiation and rights management, helping writers navigate the complexities of creative industries.

Enroll Today

Don’t leave your success to chance. Equip yourself with the knowledge and strategies to thrive after landing your deal. This exclusive lecture is available for a limited time, so act now to secure your spot and take control of your creative future.