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Just Play Music!

Claude Jalbert

$1,500 to help you promote your music, does that sound good to you? Enter the contest and have a chance to win $1,500 to promote your music and your voice! Enter our “Just Play Music” contest now!

Click here for the contest conditions! https://www.justplaymusic.ca

Good luck to all our participants!

The comedy!

Claude Jalbert

When you write a screenplay, we have seen that you must consider many details to give it shape but, above all, to arouse the interest of your audience. It is also very important to quickly establish the genre, for example, comedy, to properly develop your characters and give direction to your story.

Comedy represents the shortcomings of human beings to make people laugh, by highlighting a character trait or an unfair situation through acting in which everything is exaggerated. We recognize a comedy when it features ordinary characters who live a normal life, when it makes fun of human behavior to correct it, or when it makes people laugh and generally has a happy ending.

Happy Easter!

Claude Jalbert

The entire Jalbert Productions Multimédias team wishes you an excellent long holiday on the occasion of Easter!

Happy Easter !

The Casting

Claude Jalbert

Your script is ready, and you are now looking for the actors who will bring the characters in your story to life. But how do you choose the actors for your film? For a successful casting, first take the time to shortlist your talents using their CVs instead of calling too many for your sessions; this will save you endless hours of auditions! Don’t hesitate to direct during the casting; even an experienced actor may need help getting into the character! Also take the time to properly assess your character and their personality to find the perfect match! Plan a second audition, because the second performance will allow you to learn a little more about your future actors! And in closing, avoid cutting corners! Do not hesitate to be strict and demanding with your requests, because if you are not satisfied with the work of an actor during their audition, you may not be satisfied for the duration of the shoot, which could jeopardize your entire production!

Story for television

Claude Jalbert

When putting together a team to tell a story intended for television, it is wise to be well surrounded. Who is key to getting the best results? First, a screenwriter or two is not excessive, especially in television, where the repetition of episodes can lead to blank page syndrome! Other screenwriters may also be included in the team as creators; that is to say, they are there to participate in the brainstorming but will not do any screenwriting work per se. Then comes the script editor, who will participate in the development of the story and will work closely with the writers to ensure proper continuity and avoid inconsistencies in the story. Finally, a scriptwriting advisor may also be part of the team to provide an outside perspective on the work already accomplished or to advise the screenwriters on character development, even prior to writing. Naturally, if the director is already identified at the time of development, they may be an additional asset in the project.

Three mistakes to avoid

Claude Jalbert

So, you want to start writing a screenplay? Here are three mistakes to avoid! First, when you start writing a sequence, you must first think about the image. That is to say, everything you write must immediately translate what we see! Avoid long explanations, go straight to the point! In the same vein, when you write down an idea or a feeling that you want to convey, be sure to choose an effective way of showing it on the screen. A smile or a look can often suffice but can be interpreted in different ways. Indeed, it can be cold, mischievous, naughty, distant, nervous, or even languorous! So, do not hesitate to ask for advice or take a step back to make sure you have the right wording to obtain the desired result. And finally, be flexible in your writing! During a film shoot, your script could be modified along the way. A simple and effective screenplay with additional options in reserve in the event of constraints related to the budget or the shoot will serve you well!

The perfection of a screenplay...explained!

Claude Jalbert

Why do some screenplays that end up in the cinema seem so perfect, as is the case with the films The Shawshank Redemption, A Few Good Men, and Amélie? All these films have something in common: years of work!

First, the film A Few Good Men comes to us from a screenplay by Aaron Sorkin, who sold his screenplay to producer David Brown, who presented the play on Broadway (1989 to 1991). Following these presentations, several changes were made to the story to finally present the new script to film producers. Without the three-year theatrical production, do you think the screenplay would have been as well developed? Probably not. Similarly, the film The Shawshank Redemption is an adaptation of Stephen King’s novel published in 1982. It was reprised by Frank Darabont who contributed his own ideas to make it an excellent screenplay! This shows that four-handed writing can be beneficial for the quality of a film. Finally, Amélie, directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, who took 17 years to write the screenplay, allows us to obtain the quality of scriptwriting that we find in the film.

Story Hunters

Claude Jalbert

Are you familiar with story hunters? Also called studio creators or simply researchers. Their job is to find stories for producers when these fit the company’s production line. It is therefore very important to publish all the stories we write so that these people can find the rare pearl!

Do you know the film Edge of Tomorrow starring Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt? Well, this story comes to us from Japan, from the novelist Sakurazaka, who wrote light novel science fiction series. Among his writings, he published a story recounting the adventures of a young army recruit who had to fight the Mimics. Its original title was All You Need Is Kill. The success of this novel allowed the publisher to translate it into English. Then, one day, an American producer decided to take the story and turn it into a $178 million movie... The moral of this story? Sometimes certain stories deserve to be heard because you never know...

New Web Site

Claude Jalbert

JPM and novels! This year in 2023 could be productive when it comes to publishing novels. Yes, JPM specializes in the publication of feature film scripts but will further develop its catalog of novels. The novel versions of both SüB and Porno, published in 2016 in the form of screenplays, are planned. Why? Because the novel market makes it possible to reach readers directly, unlike with screenplays, which are mainly intended for producers. So, the strategy is to publicize our content in all possible forms before we are able to go ahead with producing a movie. It is the role of a content production company such as JPM to diversify its products to make them known to the general public.

New Web Site

Claude Jalbert

JPM’s need to modify its site also comes from the fact that the company is evolving, and its activities have expanded. Remember that JPM only published books when it was founded in 2015, but now, in 2023, video production will start, and a music album will be released in Q3. In addition, with the comics section having developed much faster than we initially anticipated, the new series “Les zonzons” and its first book will appear very soon! This other series of comics will be released at the end of 2023, which will position JPM as an important publisher in the comics industry. This is why the company’s next website must reflect this expansion of our activities. Want to learn a little more about us? Continue to follow us or visit our site!

The Zonzons

Claude Jalbert

Update on our “Les Zonzons” project! The illustration is progressing well. In fact, we are finishing up the last pages, which means that we will start publishing the book in hard copy very soon.

At this final stage before marketing, it is necessary to number the album pages and add the information pages concerning the album’s production at the beginning of the book, including the producer, printer, ISBN number, etc. At the end of the book, a few pages are added to advertise subsequent albums. As a final step, we decided to design the title page to introduce the story and the characters as part of the cover of this first album to make them known. Everything is assembled and then printed. The measurements must be exact during assembly because the slightest error could result in a result that does not meet industry quality standards.

See you soon for the official launch!

Happy New Year 2023

Claude Jalbert

The year 2022 will end soon, and we would like to take this opportunity to wish you a very happy new year 2023 filled with projects!

Happy Holiday Season

Claude Jalbert

The entire Jalbert Productions Multimédias team wishes you a very happy holiday season!

The script creation process

Claude Jalbert

As spectators following our favourite stars in the media, we often have the impression that producing a film is simple, because from our point of view, there are new things every week. But in reality, for a producer, making a film is often a long and complicated process! It involves several stages, and the filming is just one among many others. But what is the first step that we must think about before anything else? Well, as it is necessary to start from something: the development of an idea!

Yes, everything must start from an idea! Whether it is a book, an original idea to be developed, or even a screenplay, the writing stage is the foundation and can sometimes take months or even years. In addition, throughout the process, the producer will have to make changes in order to adapt it to his project, his environment, his team, his investors, and even his actors! Subsequently, as soon as the script is ready, the producer can move on to the next step, pre-production!

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Why write?

Claude Jalbert

Whether you are toying with the idea of writing a book or a script for a short/feature film, the fact remains that the project can sometimes be somewhat intimidating, even titanic, depending on the case! So, how do you maintain the necessary motivation to embark on the adventure? Here are some good arguments to convince you!
- Write to feel that you've accomplished something.
- Write because you want to share your knowledge.
- Write because you want to tell a story about yourself or someone else.
-Write to leave a record, whether of yourself or of a significant event.
- Write to increase your visibility or develop your personal brand.
It's up to you to give us the next bestseller, or the film that will win all the awards!

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Casting

Claude Jalbert

When producing footage, it is important to have a good cast. There are several ways to find the rare pearl to star in your story, but it is not always easy. Big companies will hire a casting agency that will take care of everything. The agency may solicit actors or even draw from a bank of CVs already received from aspiring actors. The other way is to walk from town to town and make casting calls like the Star Academy show or as some feature film productions have done.

In recent years, online auditions have also been possible. People, in front of their own camera, can audition from anywhere in the world for a large-scale casting call. Naturally, when the producers manage to narrow down the list to a dozen people for their casting, the last audition can take place indoors with a camera, and alongside other actors participating in the audition. The online audition process allows you to consider a much larger pool to find that rare pearl without the costs associated with moving a team across the province or country. This is the method that JPM will use for its next productions.

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Mixing and mastering

Claude Jalbert

JPM is in the process of finishing most of the songs planned for The Unfinished Work album. We are entering the final stages: mixing and mastering. These two steps are often done consecutively and give the song its final sound. First, the mix is there to bring a balance between the different soundtracks that make up the song. Sometimes you may want the guitars to be in the foreground, while on other songs you will want to emphasize the vocals. All instruments need to sound perfect to deliver a song with the intended colours.

Once the mixing is finished, there is the mastering… the final step before release. Mastering creates a final copy of the song, a master. This process also improves the sound, the balance of highs and lows, to prepare the song for different media. For example, music streamed over the Internet might have different frequency equalization than a song intended for a CD. One of the units of measurement is the LUFS (Loudness Unit Full Scale), which measures the loudness of a song. For streaming, we would suggest a LUFS of -14. A LUFS of -6 could be considered too strong and might be automatically adjusted by music streaming platforms.

Do you want to learn a little more about the world of production and making a musical album? Keep following us and check our blog regularly!

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What do we talk about when we write?

Claude Jalbert

This is it, the moment you've been waiting for! You've been preparing for a while, you've thought of everything, you're well settled, but now you're wondering how to start the first page of your screenplay! The answer? Start with what you know… Write about yourself or an event related to you. You can also write about the reasons that led you to make this original scenario, people, or events that inspired you. The important thing is to make sure you create a connection with your reader or listener.
Want to learn a little more about the world of publishing? Keep following us and check our blog regularly!

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Music Studio Producer

Claude Jalbert

JPM called on director Yanni Aumont to produce the album The Unfinished Work. A studio director is very important in production work. Part of his responsibilities include finding recording studios, booking time slots with the performing musicians, and leading the recording sessions. In addition, he may frequently be responsible for the artistic part of the album in production. He will be able to choose the songs that will appear on the album, write parts of them, put together the arrangements, and guide the artists during the recordings.
Finally, he can take care of the mix and mastering before marketing. Sometimes, this responsibility may be shared if the group already has its own musical aesthetic or when an order is made, as is the case with JPM and the album The Unfinished Work. In such cases, the work will then be done in tandem. The producer's vision and the director's vision as musical artists combine to give the desired result to appeal to the public.
Do you want to learn a little more about the world of production and making a musical album? Keep following us and check our blog regularly!

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Learn and have fun

Claude Jalbert

Increasingly popular, the podcast has become a must for people wishing to learn and be entertained while carrying out their daily tasks. Are you toying with the idea of making your own? Here are some things to remember to get you started!
- Make sure to establish your plan, your scenario before starting your recordings.
- Also make sure you understand your subject well, so that you can capture your audience from the first two minutes!
- Have all the necessary equipment on hand for the realization of your project: processing software, etc.
- How will you host your podcast? Website, cloud, etc.
And our final piece of advice: do not forget to minimize disturbing sounds and ambient noise! What is most important in your podcast is your voice, your story, and your content!
Would you like to learn more about screenwriting? Keep following our page or visit the blog section of our website!

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Short and feature films

Claude Jalbert

Should we approach the screenwriting of a feature film in the same way as a short film? The answer is no! When you write a short film, think “visual” and “action,” because everything that will be seen must be written, even the emotions of the characters! It is therefore essential that the mood, as well as the characters, be established right from the start, because the duration of a short film generally does not exceed 30 minutes! The feature film, on the other hand, offers more possibilities, because it is much longer. It will allow for more in-depth development of the mood, characters, and story.
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Music Album

News from our album project The Unfinished Work! For the production, JPM used studios to record the songs, and the recording world has definitely evolved. First, there is the studio recording with all the musicians, which is something we are all familiar with. Now, however, many artists also have equipment in their own personal studio. They can thus record their respective soundtracks in the comfort of their home using a model composed of drums and bass. JPM has favoured this method for the album.

With this second method, each musician does not have to travel to the studios. Instead, they use common software and equipment to allow seamless synchronization of the individual soundtracks during the audio mixing process. There is also a third method, which consists of using software, such as Ableton Live, and a virtual bank of instruments to create songs directly on the computer without the need for real instruments. You just have to know how to use the software well and integrate a pre-recorded bank of high-quality professional sounds and voila, you can create a song without ever having to play an instrument yourself. This process was used for a few songs on the album.

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Beaver in 3D

Claude Jalbert

A few months ago, we told you about the start of a 3D animation project for our comic strip The Canadian Beaver. We have already started the project and have even completed the modeling of our main character, Beaver! Here, for you, are some previews of our hero!
To learn more about our progress on the project, visit the Beaver website or subscribe to the Beaver Facebook page, so you don't miss a thing!

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Captivating viewers

Claude Jalbert

When writing your scripts, one of the most difficult parts is the character work. One cannot proceed without the other, though – your plot will be just as important! But how do you succeed in creating characters as captivating and interesting as the plot? You have to lay out the actual storyline of each of your characters, create internal and external conflicts for them, and finally ensure that each of them evolves over the course of the story.
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Leukoselophobia

Claude Jalbert

In our beautiful profession, who hasn’t been blocked when having to start a job, left staring at a blank page without being able to put anything on it? Whether you are a scriptwriter or an illustrator, it is possible that you suffer from leukoselophobia… more commonly known as blank page syndrome! But instead of continuing to worry, here are some tips to get you back on track quickly!
- Write down everything that comes to mind, even if it doesn't make sense!
If you find yourself stuck on a chapter, start another while waiting for your inspiration to return!
- Find yourself a writing partner! Two heads are always better than one!
- Take a break – a real break! Stop completely, clear your mind, and come back later!

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Face à moi (Only french version exist)

Claude Jalbert

As you know, JPM Jalbert Productions Multimedia is much more than a production and publishing company. In addition to being specialized in screenwriting, we have a few novels to our credit that we have already told you about. If, like us, you happen to wander through a bookstore looking for your next novel to read, we also know that unfortunately you may sometimes leave without finding anything that catches your eye! So, to pique your interest, we invite you to browse some excerpts from Face à moi and – why not? – perhaps read it in full by purchasing the novel via our online store!
To order the book:

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Lea

Claude Jalbert

The short film Léa, taken from the novel Face à Moi, is officially in pre-production. The budget is in progress, and we are seeking partners for a production which, if all goes well, will be shot next year. Léa is the story of a rather lonely man who, on a Saturday morning while he is having breakfast, receives a visit from his alleged daughter. He has to deal with an unforeseen event, as well as his own personality. Treated with humour, the short film brings the universe of the novel Face à moi to life.

Face à moi (Only french version exist)

JPM… Content producers!

Claude Jalbert

How could we define JPM? Well, we are content creators. Our main job is to come up with ideas for series, comics, and scenarios. Our role differs from that of a producer, who mainly does production: he takes the ideas we create and ensure their realization. JPM creates content and attempts to collaborate with a fully established production company to further the ideas that JPM has been creating for many years, such as making the 2D/3D Beaver series and making a short film from stories found in the novel Face à moi.
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Become a screenwriter!

Claude Jalbert

For a while, we've been talking to you a lot about the different facets of our wonderful job as screenwriters. It is true that often, we think that it is enough to have a good idea for a film to produce a story that we will remember for a long time! But unfortunately, as not everyone is a Christopher McQuarrie (The Usual Suspects), Shane Black (Lethal Weapon), or even Hergé (the Tintin comics); you may be wondering what qualities it takes to write good screenplays. To put it concisely, the screenwriter must know the language and the specificities of cinema. That is to say that the screenplay he writes will become the reference text and the working tool for all those involved in the film for which it was designed. He must know how to write dialogue that seems natural and he has to have a sense of rhythm in the composition of a plot.
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Do you know the difference between a screenplay and screenwriting?

Claude Jalbert

The screenplay is a story told in pictures, while screenwriting is a writing process that differs from literature because of the constraints and conventions involved in it. It only describes images and sounds. It is necessary for the various stakeholders (Script) during the production of a film who need information specific to their functions, such as the decoration team.

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Vision

Claude Jalbert

Did you know that professional researchers can make excellent writers? Indeed, being used to doing continuous research, they have forged their own vision and do not see the world the way most people do. They know how to extract the gist of a subject and how to make it interesting and exciting. This is why, when they decide to venture into writing, they can create stories with original and unique content!
Keep following us to learn more about this wonderful profession or visit our site for more information on our services.

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Screenwriter and playwright

Claude Jalbert

In the screenwriting profession, you know better than anyone how important the chosen words can be. Do you know that there is a difference between a screenwriter and a playwright? Even though the line that separates the two is very thin, there is still a difference. As a screenwriter, you will be responsible for creating, developing, and writing scripts for videos, documentaries, television shows, films, video games, and multimedia shows. As a playwright, on the other hand, you will be responsible for creating, developing, and writing plays for the theatre or dramatic programs for television or the web. Your workload will include the complete set-up of your project in collaboration with the director. Even if you remain a creator and consultant, you will still have to worry about a range of other things, such as the repertoire, the adaptation, the writing, the translation, the documentation, and more!
Are you passionate about the world of screenwriting? Keep following us to learn more about this wonderful profession or visit our site for more information on our services.

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TV series

Claude Jalbert

As you know, a screenwriter may have to lend their pen to many types of projects. Whether it's films, TV series, or even theatre plays, the screenplay projects are numerous! However, a screenwriter can also compose complete scenarios himself in the form of novels or even write stories of comic book characters!

Did you know that the Beaver series that was completely produced by JPM Jalbert Productions Multimedias? If not, we invite you to click on the link below and discover our colourful characters! Also, take advantage of this opportunity to subscribe to our Facebook page which is specifically dedicated to our series! Maybe you'll find some tips on how to start your own comic book!

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TV Show for JPM

Claude Jalbert

Following up on our news from last week, here are some of the projects on our agenda for this year and for 2023! We are currently working on the production of a pilot for our web series Together Separately, which will start soon, as the shooting is planned for next September! Also, if funding is obtained, we may shoot our first web series as early as 2023 – details will be revealed as soon as production begins! Finally, a few short films from the novel Face à moi are currently being discussed and could be shot by the end of the year or early 2023. Please note that this aspect of JPM has been part of our strategic planning since its inception in 2015, but as we are first and foremost content producers, we have done our ideation work and hope to put all these ideas into images very soon.

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On preproduction!

Claude Jalbert

It was in 2022 that we decided to develop the video side of the business. JPM is currently in preproduction for two feature films, Eclipse and The Northern Blonde. We are putting together the production team and doing the financial planning for these two films. A 2D animated Beaver series project is also in gestation. The mini-films are written and the production team for the 2D animation is on the horizon... To be continued! We'll give you news very soon!

Want to learn more? Keep following us or visit one of our sites to make sure you don’t miss anything!

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The Canadian Beaver

Claude Jalbert

If you are already subscribed to our Beaver Facebook page, you will already know that you will soon have the chance to read about his new adventures in the next volume, "The Mansion of Lost Souls." Perhaps you are wondering how the creative process goes for each of our new issues?

Well, here is a short summary, just for you! And that's really because we love you guys, because we don't usually tell everyone our secrets!

Usually, we write a storyline of a story which allows us to synthesize an idea. It should be summarizable in two or three sentences maximum. Then, we write what we call a short synopsis. A short synopsis, depending on the length of the film or a book, can take a quarter of a page to a full page. In the case of Beaver, Volume 4 will be 46 pages long, so a paragraph or half a page will be enough to make up the short synopsis. For longer films or projects, sometimes a long synopsis is necessary. For example, a film lasting an hour and a half requires a 90-page script (1 page = 1 minute). To write a good screenplay, a long synopsis can be 10 to 20 pages long, which provides the screenwriter with enough details about the screenplay to write it and add the dialogue.

Want to learn more?

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Can a screenwriter write a book?

The answer is obviously yes. However, since the two media are very different from each other, they cannot be done together. Even if the scenarist's work is very close to that of the novelist, his writing work must bend to many constraints: a budget, the time spent in each scene, the requirements of the producers, directors, the channel, a distributor, and occasionally the actors. In short, a screenplay will be completed only after various changes and requests have been met. The screenwriter usually bases his work on his own ideas, and it has to be validated by a set of people before it finally sees the light of day on the screen. The writer, who is alone with his story, will not be accountable to anyone if he goes through the self-publishing stage. If he depends on a publishing house, he will obviously have to answer to his publisher. The writer will therefore have much more creative freedom and latitude with his story than the screenwriter.

To learn more about our latest projects, continue to follow us on our blog.

Rock Music Album

Claude Jalbert

A wind of change is blowing through JPM: we are currently in production! Our brand-new project? The recording of the rock music album entitled "The Unfinished Work" by the band Fragile.

The songs on the album are mainly composed by the author-composer Sylvain Dufour, whose favourite instrument is the bass. Inspired by 70s prog, the musical style is a mix of this period as much in the composition as in the sound, and it will be interesting for those who want a different listening experience. The arrangements vary a lot from one song to another, which make the album a rich one, musically speaking. Many artists have collaborated on this project. The album is scheduled for release in the spring of 2023! To learn more about our latest projects, continue to follow us on our blog.

The Zonzons

Claude Jalbert

JPM is on a roll when it comes to comics! A new series, The Zonzons, will soon appear! The first volume, “The Zonzons Leave Earth,” scheduled for release in the spring of 2023, is the story of three guys who leave Earth to seduce the most beautiful women in the galaxy. But when they arrive on the first planet, things don't go as planned. They have to deal with local conflicts. Our Zonzons, whose primary philosophy is hedonism, try to escape the problems in which they are immersed. Their crazy adventures will plunge us into a universe that is totally wild, but without a doubt, hilarious.

To learn more about our latest projects, continue to follow us on our blog.

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Caracters vs actor

Claude Jalbert

As a screenwriter, you will often need to make compromises. For example, a role that you have already written may not completely correspond to the actor or actress chosen for the script, or you may have to change the actor or actress during the shooting. Indeed, it happens very frequently that this type of problem occurs and that we sometimes have to rewrite a scene. The changes may be minor or major, depending on the case.

Continue to follow us on our page to learn more about our screenwriting services or contact us about your project. We'll be happy to discuss it with you!

Screenplay and story

Claude Jalbert

You may be wondering what the difference is between the screenplay and the story of a movie. The screenplay is the body of dialogue and includes some descriptive elements. It is, in a way, the interpretation of the characters' adventure. It would be plausible to say that one page of a screenplay generally corresponds to one minute of shooting on screen. The story is the adventure and the plot to which the characters will be subjected! It can be told in the form of a summary or even a synopsis.

Continue to follow us on our page to learn more about our screenwriting services or contact us to discuss your project. We'll be happy to discuss it with you!

SüB Trilogy

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SüB is an immersive story told in 3 volumes that will propel you straight into a science fiction universe!

''Stella, an investigator with the S.I.I., finds what could be the greatest discovery of humanity...''

To discover more about our scripts, visit our website!

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The Complex of God

Claude Jalbert

The Complex of God, our latest screenplay, will soon be available on our online store! Follow us to find out about the release date or visit our online store and learn a little more about us!

Four colourful characters evolve in rather dark contexts where cynicism dominates their view of the world. Their philosophy of life is both frightening and lucid. Behind their eyes are souls in search of truth, gentleness, light: in short, hope. It is in this short slice of life, chaotic and frighteningly gray, that you will discover beings who walk on a disastrous road. It is by observing them in their microcosm that you will undoubtedly discover a little humanity in them.

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Face à moi Trilogy!

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You have been following our page for a while now, but do you know our novels well? Here is one of our trilogies, Face à moi, available in full version or in three novels.

Face à moi is a coming-of-age story unfolding in the eyes of a young man from generation X who refuses to grow old. Alternating between stories and diaries, Sam shares with us the compelling twists and turns of his quest for the adult persona he may already possess. A champion of humour and self-deprecation, Sam is more than a character; he is so familiar that we easily recognize ourselves in him. Our anti-hero provides touching reflections and definite laughs. The particular colour of his style makes him a "humorous oddity" who will please anyone who wants to escape into a unique and rich universe.

To order via our online store:

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JPM and Qui fait Quoi

Jalbert Productions Multimedias is starting to get people talking! Here is a short article published about our beautiful company!

Continue to follow us to keep updated about our news and current projects!

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Good or bad guys

Claude Jalbert

When you read a story, you always have a soft spot for one or more of the characters. Do you prefer the good guys or the bad guys?

Visit our websites to order our novels and comics!

The Canadian Beaver

Opening image

Claude Jalbert

Did you know that the opening images of each movie or episode of a series were meticulously chosen by a screenwriter? Yes! This first glimpse often represents a snapshot of the main character before the adventure begins and it is what will set the tone for the story!

Continue to follow us on our page to learn more about our screenwriting services or contact us about your project. We'll be happy to discuss it with you!

Quality of a screewriter

As you have probably noticed, screenwriting is a very structured process and can sometimes be a real headache! It is very important, when writing a project, to present the main character well. It is important to focus on the character's world and life experiences. In this initial presentation, the audience must be able to identify what the character lacks in his or her life or the challenges he or she must meet. This setup will often set the tone for the rest of the story, so that the viewer will want to know how the character will fare. The stronger this plot is, the more viewers will want to watch the film.

Continue following our page to learn more about our screenwriting services or to contact us about completing your project. We'll be happy to discuss it with you!

The Characters

Claude Jalbert

Have you ever wondered why some characters from novels brought to the big screen were portrayed as we imagined them when we read them? Well, it's largely due to the work of the screenwriter!

The screenwriter is the artist who imagines the stories, characters, and situations portrayed in film adaptations of other works. His role is to produce the script for an audiovisual project. He will an alternative narrative based on your novel, enriched with comments and directions that the production professionals will ultimately realize in their final adaptation of your masterpiece!

Trust us, no matter how big or small your project is, the important thing for us is to make sure that your production will be a success! Contact us, it will be our pleasure to discuss it with you!

Screenwriter... for comic book

Claude Jalbert

Did you know that during the conception phases of a comic book, screenwriters are often sought after? It is not uncommon for a screenwriter/artist duo to work together for several years! This type of writing develops characters that are often very colourful, with short dialogues and very diverse situations and actions!

Beaver is a very good example of a writer/designer association! Follow this link to discover Beaver’s adventures!

The Canadian Beaver

Choosing a screenwriter

Claude Jalbert

What are the most important considerations when choosing your screenwriter? How many degrees he has? Sure, he may have acquired the artistic skills that are essential to his profession, but the essential qualities are his talent, his creativity, and his imagination!

So, when it's time to make your choice, don't forget to take a few minutes to examine the writing achievements of your future collaborator!

Visit our website to see some of our work and to contact us. We will be happy to discuss your questions with you!

Creation of a video game

Claude Jalbert

Did you know that during the creation of a video game, the intervention of a screenwriter can be necessary, and sometimes they will become the author responsible for several key aspects of your game? The work of a screenwriter is frequently significant and can bring a lot to your story, contributing to its imaginativeness and originality.

Trust us – no matter the size of your project, the important thing for us is to make sure that you will realize it as successfully as possible! Contact us – it will be our pleasure to discuss it with you!

Screenwriter for television show

Claude Jalbert

Whether it is a work of the imagination or the adaptation of a literary text (novel, play), the screenwriter can also work on order for tv production companies. Moreover, today, with the growing development of the multimedia world, you may have to call more and more on his services and talents to plan your media productions! Indeed, whether it is for television, the big screen, or the web, your short or feature film will definitely be on the right track to success if you take the precaution of entrusting it to a screenwriter!

Trust us – no matter how big your project is, the important thing for us is to make sure that your production will be a success!

How to be strategist

Claude Jalbert

Did you know that the screenwriter is the strategist behind the story of the movie you have been waiting to see on the big screen? Often ignored by the general public, many films would not have been made without him! His work (the script) can be thought of as a checklist where all the elements of the production (dialogue, settings, attitudes of the actors, characters, etc..) are listed, thus allowing everyone involved to know at any time what needs to be done!

Would you like to learn more about our company and our screenwriting services? Contact us, we'll be happy to discuss it with you!

Promote your company

Claude Jalbert

Promote your company, your organization, or one of your events with our corporate video production service. Since the 90s, Jalbert Productions Multimedias has gained deep experience in this field. Increase your visibility with the right multimedia material surrounded by a resourceful team that will advise you and show your company at its best!

Jalbert Production Multimedias

Since 1990

Claude Jalbert

As you already know, when you team up with Jalbert Productions Multimedias, in addition to designing your work in print, we are also able to help you create a short video with which you can easily promote your book!

No matter what your project is, we will offer you the best to help you succeed!

Our Publishing House

Claude Jalbert

Want to learn more about our publishing house at Jalbert Productions Multimedias?

Here is one of the novels designed and printed by us: the Face à moi series by Sam Claude.

Face à moi is a work of initiation that unfolds through the eyes of a young man from generation X who refuses to grow old. Alternating between tale and diary, Sam shares with us the irresistible twists and turns of his quest for an adult personality that he may already possess. A champion of humour and self-deprecation, Sam is more than a character; he is so familiar that we easily recognize ourselves in him. Our anti-hero provides touching reflections and definite laughs. The particular colour of his style makes him a "humorous oddity" who will please anyone who wants to escape into a unique and rich universe.

Curious to read a little more? Check out our page to read some excerpts or to order the series!

Face à moi

Rewrite your project

Claude Jalbert

Why should you trust us to rewrite your project?

In addition to offering you our many years of experience, we have built our publishing company by encountering the same obstacles that you have faced! We know your situation so well, we could make a movie about it!

Joking aside – even though our company is not yet very well known in the digital world, we assure you that our achievements have left their mark over the past few years!

Take a few minutes to visit our website to see some of our work or to give us a call! We look forward to talking with you!

Complete Multimedia Service

Claude Jalbert

Did you know that at Jalbert Productions Multimedias we can offer you a complete multimedia service? Whether it's for the production of a video clip, a documentary, a web or TV series, a short, or a feature film; we can support you from the scripting stage to the final production of your project.

Call us and see your dreams come true!

Novel into a screenplay

Claude Jalbert

Adapting your novel into a movie screenplay? Why not!

Who hasn't dreamed of one day seeing their stories on a Netflix series or on the big screen? The script is one of the most important steps in the production of a short or feature film, so think about it now and your project could become reality!

Need a hand getting started? We are here to help you with your project!

JPM

Claude Jalbert

Why choose JPM rather than another publishing house? Because here, we offer you everything you need to successfully produce your book, all under one roof!

At Jalbert Productions Multimedias, you will find

- Experience in screenwriting
- Experience in writing novels and comic books
- A team dedicated to producing and printing your manuscripts
- Multimedia services
- Consulting and coaching services

To learn more about us, visit our website or contact us!

Jalbert Productions Multimedias

Gontran

Claude Jalbert

Are you familiar with all the characters in the Beaver comic strip published and produced by Jalbert Productions Multimedias?

Here is Gontran, a ferret, compulsive thief! He has solutions for everything and likes to think he's good! He has no sense of direction and acts like a know-it-all. We soon learn that his talents are more impressive than we thought, with the ability to build surprising inventions like the time machine!

To learn more about Beaver, Gontran, and all their friends, visit our website and see their adventures!

The Canadian Beaver

Working so good

Claude Jalbert

Whether it's for corporate purposes, a video clip, a TV series, or the visual adaptation of a novel, the need for a good script is essential! Here are a few things to keep in mind when planning your script:

- Be sure to identify the main idea of the story or the theme: Family, justice, beliefs, etc.
- The purpose: the message you want people to take away from the film
- The type of film that will come from your script: Feature or short film, music video, news report, documentary, etc.
- The genre of your film: comedy, thriller, drama, etc. Or a combination: psychological thriller, horror comedy, etc.
- Your main and secondary plots
- Your main and secondary characters: Where are they from? What do they do? How will they evolve throughout the story? Each character must have an evolution!
- Plan an ending to your story. Open ending or conclusion?

These statements may seem trivial, but they can quickly become problematic during production if you forget to write the script... Need help? Contact Jalbert Production Multimedias. With our accompaniment and coaching service, you will be sure to obtain the best results!

Make the best screenplay

At JPM, we're here to help you create the best screenplay possible! So here are the seven mistakes to avoid when planning to write a screenplay!

1. Jumping into the writing process without having planned the basic elements
2. Wanting to create your own narrative structure when you lack experience
3. Creating perfect characters
4. Creating characters that serve no purpose in the story
5. Not inserting conflicts into the story
6. Not raising the stakes
7. Refusing to rework your script

Need help? Contact Jalbert Production Multimedias. With our accompaniment and coaching service, you will be sure to obtain the best results!

The Zonzons

Claude Jalbert

Synopsis of the new comic Zonzons series:

Three boys leave Earth on a spaceship to discover the universe and other planets. But what will they discover? To be continued! It is a series that promises emotions and action in a universe without limits!

In addition, in the scenario collection, JPM has just launched its latest production, THICK AS THIEVES, which tells the story of six teenagers who attend single-sex private schools in Levis in the 1980s.

Visit our website to learn more about our products, to purchase one of our adventures, or for your own viewing pleasure, but mostly because we have piqued your curiosity!

The Canadian Beaver... volume 3!

Claude Jalbert

A brand-new Beaver volume has just been added to his adventures, designed entirely by JPM Jalbert Productions Multimedias, from the writing and illustration to the production!

Here is the summary of the story of the last part of Beaver:

A great drought is raging in the St-Jean-Port-Joli region. Problems of all kinds ensue, and our Beaver and his friends must find a solution. Beaver, now mayor of the village, solves the problems, but the solution is short-lived. The difficulties multiply and the following solutions cause even greater disasters and even go so far as to cause... the apocalypse!

Click here to get the album now!

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Novel and scenario

Claude Jalbert

Today, everything happens on social and digital media, that's a fact. Have you written a novel and started thinking of turning it into a short or feature film? Have you thought about consulting a screenwriter for the scripting of your novel? Your book is certainly a marvel, but unfortunately it will be totally unusable in the hands of the film producers.

The screenwriter is the artist who imagines the stories, characters, and situations portrayed in film adaptations of other works. His role is to produce the script for an audiovisual project. He will an alternative narrative based on your novel, enriched with comments and directions that the production professionals will ultimately realize in their final adaptation of your masterpiece!

Ask JPM Jalbert Production Multimedia for a hand. Our consultation and scriptwriting service will allow you to carry out this project with confidence and obtain the best possible results on screen!

JPM publishing

Claude Jalbert

Are you familiar with JPM Jalbert Production Multimedia?

Our small publishing house, founded in 2015, offers you a complete support service for your publications and creative screenwriting needs! Here is some of our work:

- The SüB series, volumes 1, 2, and 3
- Original script, book production, and publication
- The Beaver comic book series
- Original concept, illustration, production, and publication

For more information about the services we offer, visit our website!

Jalbert Productions Multimedias

Characters... from book to screen!

Claude Jalbert

Have you ever wondered why some characters from novels brought to the big screen are represented as you imagined them when you read the book? Well, that's largely thanks to the work of the screenwriter!

The screenwriter is the artist who imagines the stories, characters and situations in film productions among other works. Their role is to produce the storyline of an audiovisual project. Starting with your novel, they will build an alternative narrative and descriptive story, enriched with comments and intentions so that image professionals can successfully adapt your masterpiece!

Trust us, no matter the size of your project, the important thing for us is to ensure that your work will enjoy all the success you’re hoping for! Contact us, it will be our pleasure to discuss it with you!

What makes a good screenwriter?

What is most important when choosing your screenwriter? How many degrees they have? Certainly, they may have followed that path to acquire the artistic skills needed for their profession, but the fact remains that the essential quality is their talent, creativity and imagination!

So, when it’s time to make your choice, don’t forget to take a few minutes to check out the writing achievements of your future collaborator!

Visit our website to see some of our achievements and reach out to us, it will be our pleasure to discuss it with you!

Screenwriters and video games

Did you know that when creating a video game, a screenwriter may need to be involved and sometimes may even become the author responsible for several key aspects of your game? The work of a screenwriter is often substantial and can bring you a lot of value, both in terms of the imagination of your story and what makes it original.

Trust us, no matter the size of your project, the important thing for us is to ensure that your work will enjoy all the success you’re hoping for! Contact us, it will be our pleasure to discuss it with you!

Work to order

Claude Jalbert

Whether it is a work taken from your imagination or from adapting a literary text (novel, play), the screenwriter can also work on commission from only one theme. In addition, today with the expanding multimedia world, you may have to call more and more on their services and talents to plan your media projects! Indeed, whether it’s for television, the big screen, or the web, your short or feature film will definitely be on the right track for success if you take the precaution of entrusting it to a screenwriter!

Trust us, no matter the size of your project, the important thing for us is to ensure that your work will enjoy all the success you’re hoping for!

From novel to screenplay

Did you know that the screenwriter is the strategist behind the story of the film you’ve been waiting so long to see on the big screen! Although they are often out of mind for the general public, without them, many films would never have seen the light of day! Their work (the script) can make us think of a checklist where all the elements of the shooting (dialogue, sets, attitudes of the actors, characters, etc. are listed, thus allowing us to know at any time what needs to be done!

Would you like to learn more about our company and our screenwriting services? Contact us, it will be our pleasure to discuss it with you!

Already in production... in the 90s

Claude Jalbert

Promote your business, organization or one of your events with our corporate video production service. Since the 90s, Jalbert Productions Multimédias has acquired extensive experience in this field.

Increase your visibility with the right multimedia material surrounded by a team full of resources who will advise you and show your company in the best possible light!

Jalbert Production Multimedias

How about a video?

As you already know, by working with Jalbert Productions Multimédias publishing, in addition to designing your work in a printed version, we can also help you edit a short video with which you can easily promote your book!

Whatever your project may be, we will look with you at how we can best help support you in making it a success!

Jalbert Production Multimedias

The Face à moi series

Claude Jalbert

Want to learn a little more about our publishing house Jalbert Productions Multimédias?

Here is one of our novels lovingly designed and printed by us.
- the Face à moi series by Sam Claude
Face à moi is a coming-of-age story that takes place through the eyes of a young man from Generation X who refuses to grow old. Alternating between tales and diary, Sam shares with us the irresistible back and forth in his quest for an adult personality that he may already have. A master of humour and self-mockery, Sam is more than a character, he is so familiar that it is easy to recognize yourself in him. Our anti-hero generates touching reflections and guaranteed side-splitting laughter. The particular colour of his style places him in an “unusual humorous” niche that’s sure to please anyone looking to escape into a unique and thriving universe.

Curious to read a little more? Visit our page to read some excerpts or to order the series!

Face à moi

Our achievements

Claude Jalbert

Why should you entrust us with rewriting your project?

In addition to offering you our many years of experience, just like you, we have built our publishing house while dealing with the same pitfalls as you! We know your situation so well that we could make a film out of it! No kidding! Even though our company is not very well known at the moment in the digital world, we assure you that our achievements have left their marks in recent years!

Take a few minutes to visit our website to see some of our achievements or give us a call! We can't wait to chat with you!

7 errors to avoid

At JPM, we’re here to help you achieve the best possible script!

So, here are the 7 mistakes to avoid when planning to write a script!

1. Jumping into writing without having planned the basic elements
2. Wanting to create your own narrative structure when you lack experience.
3. Creating perfect characters
4. Creating characters that serve no purpose in the story
5. Not inserting conflicts
6. Not escalating issues
7. Refusing to rework your script

Need help? Contact Jalbert Production Multimedias, with our support and coaching service, you’ll be sure to get the best results!

The right script

Whether for corporate purposes, advertising, a TV series or the visual adaptation of a novel, the need to have a good script is paramount! Accordingly, here are some elements not to be omitted during your planning!

- Be sure to understand the main idea of the story or the theme; family, justice, beliefs, etc.
- The aim = message you want people to take away from the film
- What type of film will be made from your script: feature film, short film, video clip, report, documentary, etc.
- What will be the main genre of your film: comedy, thriller, drama, etc. Or combined: psychological thriller, horror comedy
- What will be your main and secondary plots
- Who will be your main and secondary characters: where do they come from? What do they do? How will they evolve in the story? Each character needs to evolve somehow!
- Plan an end to your story. Open-ended or conclusion?

These examples may seem banal but can quickly become problematic during filming in case something is forgotten when writing the script.

Need help? Contact Jalbert Production Multimedias, with our support and coaching service, you’ll be sure to get the best results!

Would you like to write a screenplay?

Claude Jalbert

Today, everything happens on social and digital media, it's a fact. Have you written a novel and are thinking about making a short or feature film out of it? Have you thought about consulting a screenwriter to work on the text of your novel? Your novel is no doubt a masterpiece but will unfortunately be totally unusable in the hands of the producers of your films.

The screenwriter is the artist who imagines the stories, characters and situations in film productions among other works. Their role is to produce the storyline of an audiovisual project. Starting with your novel, they will build an alternative narrative and descriptive story, enriched with comments and intentions so that image professionals can successfully adapt your masterpiece!

Asking for a helping hand from Jalbert Production Multimedias, our consulting and screenwriting service will allow you to confidently carry out this project and ensure the best possible results on the screen!

Do you know JPM Jalbert Productions Multimédia?

This small publishing house founded in 2015 offers you a complete support service for your publications, but also for all your creative screenwriting needs! Here are some titles that are part of their achievements:
- The science fiction series SüB volume 1-2-3
- Original screenplay, book production and publication
- Comic series the Canadian Beaver

For more information on the company’s services, check out our website!
Jalbert Production Multimedias