Every Script Is Different

*Because your script, whether it be for a feature film, a short, teleplay, a sitcom, drama, comedy, etc., will have unique requirements that cover a wide spectrum of assistance (a polish all the way to an extensive rewrite), you can send me your script (in an e-mail attachment), informing me what kind of assistance you need on it.  I'll read your screenplay, then write back to you, letting you know what it requires and what my fee will be to provide that service.

BASIC SERVICES

SCREENPLAY FORMATTING $800

I format your script according to current screenplay formatting standards.

PAGE-BY-PAGE SCRIPT NOTES   $600

Development notes written on your screenplay that will assist you with your next draft.  This is where I use my experience as a story analyst / script consultant /script advisor and screenwriter to spot what adjustments concerning pace, tone, tension, structure, story arc, character development, dialogue, description/action, script formatting and any other elements that are necessary for your screenplay to be seriously considered for purchase.  (See sample.  See another sample)  

SCRIPT POLISH  $900 to $1500 (according to work required)

Often, a script is "close," and just needs to be enhanced in order to bring to a level where it is marketable and can be readily cast, directed, and filmed.  Where new screenwriters are weak is usually in knowing how to use description and dialogue in a way that will truly engross the reader, that will create memorable scenes, that will prompt the reader to "see the movie" in his or her mind.  

I work through your script, improving formatting, description, dialogue, scene work, character arcs, pace, tone, identifying and enhancing theme(s), improving "emotional tracking" (allowing the reader to feel emotionally connected to the characters, especially the protagonist), and making the script more cinematic and have the professional polish that agents, producers, and studios look for.  Your script is fully edited and proofed and prepared to be submitted.

STORY DEVELOPMENT  (estimates vary according to work required)                     

Including both the above Script Polish and Scene Rewriting services, the storyline is adjusted and new scenes are written (all according to your approval) to bring out the greatest potential of your screenplay.

FULL REWRITE (estimates vary according to work required)

Working closely with you via e-mail and/or phone, I develop an improved storyline, then an outline that encompasses the new storyline, the sequence of scenes, and the beats of each scene.  When  you give your approval of the outline, I write the first draft.  When you give me all you suggestions and feedback, I incorporate all your choices into a second/final draft.  

IDEA TO SCRIPT (estimates vary according to work required)

Personal guidance and consultation in turning your story into a screenplay via telephone and/or e-mail.

ADAPTATION OF YOUR NOVEL/MANUSCRIPT TO A SCREENPLAY (estimates vary according to work required)   

Step-by-step guidance, consultation, and writing the screenplay adaptation.