Screenwriting : Does it make sense to send scripts to producers? by Xenia Alter

Xenia Alter in a word, no. A Producer should want to see that you have scriptwriting talents. All they may be interested in there, is to purchase - if they’re reputable - a concept and then find their own writer. Always go into a meeting fully loaded.

Hi, Xenia Alter. Producers usually want scripts. If a writer submits a logline or treatment and the producer likes the project, the producer might ask for a script. If the writer doesn't have a script, it'll be a missed opportunity.

Hi Xenia, I get where the producer is coming from. Maybe he was a writer himself.

But yes we as writers need to have a fully written script and to be taken seriously, we should have more then one script.

You need permission to send a screenplay to a producer and you better have it ready to send.

Lazy producer. Wants to read the minimum. We all wish a producer prepays for a full script by just reading logline.

writers with track records can sell by submitting loglines & treatment pitches. Like you dont normally ask top actors to audition. You just submit them offers 'cause top talent has the leverage.

Wow I thought your profile pic was Milla Jovovich from the Fifth Element at first (with different color hair) Very cool !

Thanks everyone for sharing your experience!

You're welcome, Xenia Alter.