What we
do
We believe that the lack of
structure in the film industry, and the sheer volume of scripts, makes it
difficult both for new talent to break through, and for established agents,
producers and production companies to source new writers.
Our aims are to encourage
writers and actively help them to make the best of their work and to place it
within the marketplace. We speak to agents, producers and distributors so that
we can establish what they are searching for and position our clients
accordingly. We also aim to act as the first port of call for the industry, who
can consult our database and pursue scripts that are of interest to them.
We are the only UK company to
focus exclusively on the development of high quality scripts. We only use the
best analysts and they all come recommended by major production companies. Our
extensive experience and expertise means that you will benefit from discovering
what a seasoned film industry reader thinks of your script.
These are the people who will
be reading your scripts when you submit them to agents, producers and production
companies. Detailed, well considered and constructive advice and criticism will
enable you to make the most of your project before you take it to the next
level. Unlike some other script coverage services, every one of our analysts
works for at least three major companies; they have all worked closely with
individual writers as script editors; and each has their own writing experience.
This means that they understand the process of screenplay development from both
a commercial and creative perspective.
Who should use us?
Our services are available
both to individual writers and independent producers. We offer a clear,
constructive and fair assessment of scripts, with solid advice on how best to
develop any problematic areas of a screenplay.
We are just as happy to help
an individual writer work on their script before submitting it to agents and
companies as we are to help independent producers develop their projects before
trying to raise finance.
Independent producers should
also contact us separately if they would like to arrange a more advanced script
editing service.
Why
us?
We will give you a totally
honest appraisal of your work. This will demonstrate to you both how your script
can be improved, and what potential it has within the marketplace. This is based
on our analysts’ longstanding experience working for major production companies.
As a result of this, our service enables writers to identify and address
problems with their scripts before taking the project further. With the help of
ScriptScout’s longstanding and comprehensive industry knowledge, writers can be
confident of developing their script to its fullest creative and commercial
potential.
