A lot of screenwriters seem to start off as script readers, and get into the business that way, but there seems to be relatively little advice as to how to become a script reader. Has anybody done it or knows how to do it?
A lot of screenwriters seem to start off as script readers, and get into the business that way, but there seems to be relatively little advice as to how to become a script reader. Has anybody done it or knows how to do it?
Hi there, I'm Michael O'Donohoe. I'm an aspiring screenwriter living in London-town. I'm currently working on my first spec script. Although my first love is sci-fi and fantasy, I'm also interested in thrillers, historical stuff and drama.
Hi Kathleen.... ahhh, yes. I did not think of Dr Who which can definitely fall into the category of a period piece with elements of drama and suspense. Nice one! Not sure what Steampunk is, but I guess I'll find out soon. Cheers, and Happy Holidays.
Ah, I see, I'm familiar with the term. Since you listed it with Dr. Who I was just unsure if it's a TV show or a film I should have seen by now. IMDb wasn't too helpful on that either. :) The synopsis...
Expand commentAh, I see, I'm familiar with the term. Since you listed it with Dr. Who I was just unsure if it's a TV show or a film I should have seen by now. IMDb wasn't too helpful on that either. :) The synopsis sounds interesting, sort of like Lost meets Haven meets Under the Dome. "Einstein chappie" :)
Best on your projects Michael.
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Hi Raymond, I'm currently writing my first spec. Is it necessary to have written one or more scripts before getting into script reading? I currently work a day job in legal publishing and was looking to do something more relevant.
Ah I have no information at all on UK script reading career strategy.
Michael, it doesn't hurt for a reader to also be a writer with a few finished scripts. But what is more necessary to getting a job is work samples. I don't know anything about the UK job market but I...
Expand commentMichael, it doesn't hurt for a reader to also be a writer with a few finished scripts. But what is more necessary to getting a job is work samples. I don't know anything about the UK job market but I suspect it isn't much different than here in the States. Learn how coverage is written and then do coverage on half a dozen scripts. Use those examples as a sample when applying for a job.