Rhyme Time Dictionary This guide is a very basic list of common rhyming words used in English poetry. This guide features few words when compared to a serious rhyming dictionary. Our goal is to provide a basic list, which students can use for quick reference. – A – -a –…
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Technical Writing For the purpose of this page, we are discussing technical writing within industry, not technical content for mass-market audiences. Businesses, universities, non-profit organizations, and government agencies need to document technical and scientific information. Skilled technical writers help prepare research proposals, environmental impact reports, and peer-reviewed journal articles. Technical…
Movies and TV have a special jargon If you want to be taken seriously as a screenwriter, you need to know the language of the film industry. The following guide offers script, production, and industry terminology in a compact lexicon. The words, phrases, and their definitions are compiled from a…
Screenwriting Screenwriting is unique. Screen vs. Stage Films are generally massive undertakings when compared to other forms of writing. The most common comparison is to dramatic writing for stage. Screen Stage Director and Producer “supercede” Writers Playwright Controls $$$$ – Expensive (relatively) $ – Can be Affordable… 100s in…
Be sure to read our Résumé Formatting guide, as well. It offers more precise layout tips. The creation of a résumé or curriculum vitae often seems deceptively simple. After all, how difficult can it be to list your education and employment history? But as with any type of writing, you…
The writing guides within this section of the Tameri site are dedicated to writing in the workplace. Workplace writing is writing that communicates business, technical, or scientific information to individuals who need this information to solve problems or complete tasks. Workplace writing is persuasive, attempting to influence the decisions and…
Memo and Email Tips Memos, letters, and email messages are an essential part of conducting business or operating a non-profit organization. When we speak of “paper trails” we are generally speaking of these common documents because of the sheer number of pages composed on a weekly basis. Memos and emails…
We use instructions frequently, from using recipes to prepare meals to reading help systems to master software functionality. We don’t think of many of the “how-to” guides we encounter as instructions or technical writing — but they are. General Suggestions To write effective instructions, you should follow these suggestions: Observe…
Cover letters are specialized business letters intended to convince a someone screening job applicants that you deserve an interview. With increasing automation and less time for screening, most companies skim cover letters for key words and concepts they value. All design guidelines are merely guidelines — sometimes you need to…
Books for Screenwriters Read about writing for film and read scripts The best way to learn about screenwriting is to read screenplays. Published scripts for most major films and television shows are widely available. When you read scripts, you get a feel for the structure and pacing. Read several for…