Introduction to Script Reading & Reporting
This event will take place over Zoom from 1:30pm - 3pm (BST) on 16nd June 2024.
Diving into script reading and reporting marks an essential entry point into the film industry in the UK.
In this pivotal role, readers wield significant influence over the fate of scripts, determining their acceptance or rejection by production companies. Understanding this role and mastering this craft opens doors to fruitful collaborations with producers and executives, paving the way for potential opportunities in development roles.
This workshop is aimed at creatives interested in learning more about the Development stage of a project, aspiring script readers and Screenwriters looking for insider knowledge.
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What to Expect:
Identifying a Good Script: Learn how to recognise compelling narratives and scripts, essential for those new to development.
Writing Script Reports: Learn practical approaches to crafting detailed script reports, supported by real-life examples to illustrate effective reporting methods.
Understanding the Reader's Role: Explore the reader's position in the industry and its relevance to script development processes.
Improving Report Quality: Receive tips for enhancing the quality of your reports, focusing on foundational aspects to help you provide valuable feedback to writers and producers.
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Lia Gomez-Lang is a Producer from London working in production and script development, with a focus on developing emotionally complex narrative films.
As well as producing her own work, she freelances as a script reader for A24 and in production roles across commercial and music video work.
As a co-director of RAX Films, she has produced two narrative short films.
“Something Else” received sponsorship from Panavision and Panalux through Girls in Film’s PanaGiF scheme, and is currently running its festival circuit.
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ATTENDANCE
If you can't attend the event on the day. We’ve got you covered. This workshop will be recorded and available for you always.
CAPACITY
We have a limited number of concession tickets available on a first-come-first-serve basis. If you identify as working class, are currently on benefits, or if you consider yourself to be financially disadvantaged in a way that is hindering your progression in your career, these tickets are available to you.
WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO?
Underscore Studios is unfunded and comprised of three volunteers. We believe that upskilling yourself should be affordable, engaging, and transparent. The money towards Workshops such as these means that we can keep them as low as they are, pay our Freelance Workshop leaders, support the organisation to be sustainable, and when we can, make more of our services available for Free._
We are aware that even the cost of a concession ticket may be a key barrier for many people.From time to time we are able to offer Bursary places, please email info@underscorestudios.co.uk for more details.