There comes a time in your screenwriting career when it makes sense to find representation. But different reps are useful at different stages of your career and for different tasks. So what kind of reps are there and which one should you seek first? Today, we will talk about the main three. The main kinds […]
At some point in your career, you will be faced with a screenwriting contract. There are generally four types of screenwriting contracts: most of the time, it will be an option agreement, a shopping deal, an open writing assignment, or a submission release form. But what are these exactly and how should you negotiate these […]
Screenwriting is a craft. While you might be naturally good at it, it takes time to become an expert at it. Just look back to your very first script. I’m sure you can see the growth in your writing. With every script, you become a better screenwriter. But how and where do you land your […]
You probably heard about screenplay competitions. Everyone has an opinion on them, good or bad we’ve heard it all. There are hundreds of screenplay competitions worldwide. It’s not easy to know which ones are worth it and if any even are at all. And it’s no surprise you might be wondering if they are since […]
You’ve probably heard that studios spend millions of dollars for scripts each year. And now you’re wondering “How much percentage does a screenwriter receive?” In this post, we are going to find out exactly how much screenwriters earn as a percentage of the box office. Usually screenwriters receive a percentage of the production budget of […]
Although some people may say that there is no difference between a screenplay and a script, there are tremendous differences. So what are the differences between screenplays and scripts? Scripts contain only actor dialogue and a description of what is happening. Screenplays tell the production team how to create a production made for screens as […]
