Getting Script Consulting on Your Screenplay and How it Can Help
When you complete a script it it always a good idea to get some form of script consulting to make sure it is proof read and up to scratch. If you send off a script to an agent or producer that has spelling mistakes and the incorrect format then you will almost certainly get rejected, doing this multiple times will just give you a bad name in the industry and make it a whole lot harder. The three main things to look for in script doctoring are; format checking, good testimonials and a reasonable price.
Checking The Format
This is a very important part of having a finished script. If you send out a screenplay that isn’t is the right format then it will almost automatically get rejected, you will have to be very lucky otherwise. If you aren’t sure if you have the right layout then I would recommend learning and re editing your script before you even think about sending it off. Always make sure that whatever script consulting you get that they check every aspect of the format.
Good Testimonials
When you think you have found someone to check your script then always search the internet for previous customer testimonials and reviews on their service. Check online forums and places that wont be biased, this will give you a good indication on the level of service.
What’s The Right Price?
Script consulting prices can heavily vary. If you look for an independent script doctor then it will always be expensive. If you are a beginner then I would recommend doing a screenwriting course, this way you should get free script consulting at the end. This is very often cheaper than an independent script doctor. Overall I would say that if you are experienced then I would get an independent script consultant or if you are a beginner then just enroll in a screenwriting course that provides feedback at the end. There is no right or wrong way to go about script consulting.