Script Reader Training for Screenwriters

Improve Your Writing by Becoming a Script Reader

Created by: Micki McNie
Small Business & Networking Coach

What Will I Learn?

• At the end of this course you will understand the skills needed to be an effective script reader.
• You’ll understand how screenplays are evaluated by script coverage services and competitions.
• You’ll know where to look for opportunities to read and how to pitch yourself .
• And you’ll feel confident tackling your first script reading assignment

Requirements

• Students should have at least a basic understanding of story structure or screenwriting principles.
• Students should be able to read and write in the English language at an advanced level.
• It helps if you are an avid reader and have a strong interest in film and television.

Target audience

• Screenwriters who want to read scripts to improve their writing.
• Screenwriters who are submitting scripts to competitions or agents and want to understand the evaluation process.
• Film buffs who want to be involved in the film industry and earn passes to film festivals.
• Anyone who wants to break into the film industry and wants to use script reading as a skill to land other jobs.