I've written out a very well done movie script, it's not exactly a screenplay since it doesn't have what everyone is saying minute by minute, though it's well detailed and 3 pages. I heard you can't just submit a script to a production agency/company for legal reasons and you need a manager or agent first. I'm wondering if anyone has suggestions for managers/agents I can contact.
Screenwriting : Looking for a manager to develop my movie script by Aradia Paquette
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Managers and agents usually want to see feature scripts and TV pilot scripts. I suggest building a portfolio of feature scripts/TV pilot scripts before looking for a manager or agent. Maybe three scripts.
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Hi Aradia. Sounds like what you might have is a synopsis or a treatment, depending on how detailed it is.
Managers/agents seeking new talent generally want to see a completed script so they can assess your screenwriting talent. So they likely won't submit it anywhere even if they are impressed enough to take you on.
Usually, the only people who can submit treatments/synopses to the industry are established screenwriters. And in most of those cases the studio/production company has asked (and probably paid) THEM to submit one for whatever reason.
So your best bet is to write (or have someone else write) the full screenplay and enter it into a few good script competitions. If it does well, someone might ask to read it. Or pitch it here to execs on Stage32 at the Wednesday pitch sessions and see what they say.
But before you do that, come check out "Pitch Practice" on Thursday nights and get great feedback from Jon and Noel on how your story sounds to executive ears. Trust me, it's well worth the $39/month!
Good luck!
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Cecile George Thank you for sharing this useful information.
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Maurice Vaughan As always, a guide to the right directions. Thank you!
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You're welcome, John January Noble.
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Cecile George Yes, it would be categorized as a synopsis too, thanks for the info! I thought that you had to find a manager who could help you develop it further by working with someone else turn it into a screenplay.
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Maurice Vaughan Thank you for your answer by the way! I will make sure to upload a proper profile picture, just wasn't sure how many people have a proper profile, but I see everyone does! And thanks for the all the links, I will check them out
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