What is a sample of a possible new sitcom called?

Which of the following is not a recommended strategy for creating a successful outline?

A. Begin work on outlining as soon as possible. B. Continually revise the outline to improve its wording. C. Have the audience and its needs in mind. D. Strive to make the outline look balanced.

___________________ is the term used to describe the initial stages in the creation of a motion picture, particularly the writing of the script in which story concepts, treatments, and drafts of the script are generated. Once financing is secured, ________________ is completed and personnel are hired to move the film into the production process.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).