Should I write my idea as a feature film or television show
I got this question recently: Just to set the scene, I am a very new writer into the film industry with no contacts as I’m sure is the same situation…
Query letter critique
A reader asked me to give him my opinion about his query letter and he agreed to let me share his letter and my thoughts as a blog post. Hopefully…
A producers take on screenplay submissions
I read this post a while back and thought it was a must read for screenwriters. It’s a list of things to do before you make your screenplay submission by…
Following up with a company that has requested your full script
I got this question recently: “I was wondering if you had any advice on how to follow up with a company that has requested your full script?” I’ve never been…
Producers, Agents and Managers script submission service
I’m a big believer in submitting your script to many companies and doing it often. My post How to Sell Your Screenplay (in a nutshell) pretty much explains how to…
Script Doctor Eric’s screenplay contest
I don’t usually recommend script competitions since most don’t offer much value. However, today I’m recommending one. Script Doctor Eric is having a competition and he’s agreed to read all…
Do most agents and production companies expect you to provide coverage along with your submitted screenplay?
I got this question recently: “Do most agents and production companies expect you to provide coverage along with your submitted screenplay?” As a writer you would never pay for “coverage”…
Submitting your script through an agent or manager
I got this question recently: “I have found through my years of sales that selling over the phone is one of my greatest attributes. I love it. I find myself…
Writing a spec script based on an existing franchise
I got this question recently: “I wrote a screenplay based on an existing franchise. I’m in the process of pending the permissions with the right attorney. If I am granted…
Is it okay to send a query letter of one script to several production companies at the same time?
I got this question recently: “Is it okay to send a query letter of one script to several production companies at the same time?” Yes. It is okay to send…