ABOUT US
Story Lantern Consulting is a premier interactive consultancy that specializes in guiding creators through every phase of the storytelling journey. Our mission is to transform ideas into compelling narratives through personalized consulting services tailored to meet the unique needs of authors, screenwriters, directors, and executives. We strive to ignite creativity and foster growth in each project.
We partner with individuals, companies, and productions to help craft and refine the most compelling and impactful version of the story.
Jessica Mollo founded Story Lantern Consulting to channel her lifelong passion for writing into a powerful engine for others' creative growth. A versatile writer and producer spanning narrative film & television, unscripted television, podcasts, and novels, Jessica has been helping shape creative industries since 2009.
Before launching her consultancy, she was represented by Creative Artists Agency (CAA) and Grandview Management. Her professional portfolio includes writing original narrative film and television as well as true crime podcasts, and developing & managing high-profile projects for industry giants such as 20th Century Fox, Legendary Entertainment, Gran Via Productions, and Warner Bros. Discovery in both Los Angeles and New York.
Today, Jessica leverages this elite industry experience to guide clients through the creative process. She operates Story Lantern Consulting from Southern Oregon.
WHAT WE DO
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Customized Collaboration: Partner across screenplays, TV pilots, novels, memoirs, articles, pitches, theater/film productions, and more.
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Precision Feedback: Deliver targeted, actionable critiques to elevate your project.
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Strategic Roadmaps: Guide projects from initial concept through comprehensive revision to final completion.
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Creative Accountability: Establish structured goal setting to maintain momentum and focus.
WHAT TO EXPECT
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Absolute Confidentiality: Create in a secure, supportive, and encouraging environment.
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Honing of Craft: Acquire proven techniques to build exceptional, market-ready narratives.
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Transformative Growth: Experience profound creative and personal development.
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Flexible Programs: Select tailored engagement options designed around your specific schedule and needs.
OUR SERVICES: Development & Production
Guiding you to narrative success
Hourly Consulting
Flexible support for your writing and development needs
Our hourly consulting services provide on-demand support tailored to your specific writing challenges. Whether you need feedback on a draft, help with character development, or guidance on plot structure, we're here to assist you.
Package Pricing
Comprehensive support for projects large and small
Choose from our variety of package options that cater to different types of writing projects, including short stories, novels, memoirs and screenplays. Each package is designed to provide in-depth support throughout your writing process.
*Prices vary depending on current length of material.
*All packages include discount.
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EMBARK- Material Read + Project Roadmap + 2 hours consulting time
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JOURNEY - 2 hours consulting time per week & email accountability check-ins for 8 weeks
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ILLUMINATION - 4 hours of consulting time per week for 4 weeks, priority scheduling, email accountability check-ins
Project Roadmap
A Project Roadmap is a detailed, constructive feedback document focusing on narrative elements such as structure, character arcs, pacing, theme, and dialogue + an infographic page outlining the precise stages of your writing process so you always know your next step.
*Ask about our A la carte Project Roadmap Service.
Producing & Script Supervising
Need a Script Supervisor or Producer? Partner with us on your next project!
DISCOVER YOUR PATH
Packages designed to meet you wherever you are.
EMBARK
Get actionable, professional feedback to elevate your concept or written material and a clear strategic plan to get you to the finish line–whatever that may be for you.
What You Get:
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Comprehensive Read: A thorough evaluation of your current material.
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Project Roadmap: Detailed, constructive feedback focusing on structure, character arcs, theme, and dialogue + an infographic page outlining the precise stages of your writing process so you always know your next step.
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Strategy Consultation: 2x 1 hour consulting sessions to unpack feedback, answer your specific questions, and brainstorm ideas.
*Prices vary depending on current length of material.
*All packages include discount.
JOURNEY
This 8 week intensive is best for writers actively drafting who need continuous professional support and accountability to finish a complete draft.
What You Get:
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Ongoing Consulting Sessions: Regular, structured coaching meetings to review your weekly pages and solve story problems in real-time.
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Milestone Tracking: A dynamic system to keep you focused, organized, and moving forward past writer’s block or structural dead ends.
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Drafting Strategy: Continuous expert guidance to help you successfully navigate a first draft or multiple drafts.
ILLUMINATION
This 4 week revision-focused program is best for writers with a nearly finished manuscript or screenplay who need rapid, elite-level polishing to meet a strict submission or production deadline.
What You Get:
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Expedited Turnaround: Priority scheduling and rapid-response evaluation to ensure you hit your target deadline without sacrificing quality.
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Comprehensive Story Polish: A final, deep-dive edit focusing on pacing, tone consistency, character resolution, and overall market readiness.
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Line Editing & Proofreading: Precision adjustments to mechanics, dialogue flow, and formatting to ensure your script or manuscript looks flawless to gatekeepers.
TESTIMONIALS
Abby Fuller
Writer/Director,
Hope/Esperanza
I hired Jess when I needed support taking my screenplay draft to the next level to meet both my vision and expectations of my producer. Over several months of consultation, Jess worked closely with me to deeply explore my character arcs, refine the structure, and clarify the message of the story. She brought not only a deep knowledge of writing, but also a big heart and a consistently supportive, encouraging presence. Jess truly loves storytelling and understands the craft inside and out. Thanks to her guidance, the draft I arrived at is one I’m incredibly proud of. I can't recommend her highly enough. Whether you hire Jess as a coach, teacher, collaborator, mentor, or consultant, you will not be disappointed.
Thomas Nichols
Published Author
It’s been my long-time passion to write a book about my outdoor adventures that have taken me from Alaska to Africa any many places in between. It all started with an article that I wanted to submit to a prestigious outdoor magazine. I soon realized that while my skills as a woodsman were good, I lacked the ability to prepare a manuscript that would measure-up to the standards of the magazine. That was when I discovered Jess & Story Lantern Consulting and what a blessing it was. With her help, I have had many of my stories published.
Evan Johnson
Owner, Blueshift Media
Story Lantern helped me develop and produce a fantastic film program for teens from Unite Oregon. The goal was to help teens create four short videos for the Oregon Health Authority that educate the public about reproductive health. I am very proud of the work we did together.
CLIENTS &
PARTNERS
LET'S TELL YOUR STORY
Ready to illuminate your narrative?
Contact us today.