Screenwriters

Screenwriters

Screenwriters collect and join scripts required for aspects of media worldwide such as TV shows, films and many more working alongside directors and producers with the intention of selling them and having them produced. Scripts can be developed by either the screenwriters own ideas or even any existing material. The screenwriter is responsible for explaining the story to the target audience in much detail.

The Film Industry:

 In the film industry it is normal for scripts to be based on existing material. This is then adapted by the screenwriter’s interpretation. A film project gets initiated by a screenwriter and as they initiated it, the writing assignment becomes there exclusive assignments. A production company wants done these are known as 'open' assignments, competition is increased and creates a business rivalry. The more established writers will win these assignments.

Development Process:

Once a screenwriter finishes their project they team up with an industry-based representative in order to pitch and sell their script. These representatives can be producers, directors, literacy agents and entertainment lawyers. The screenwriter is given the rights that were agreed with the purchaser but are credited once their work is recognised by the public. This gives the screenwriter an opportunity to earn higher income and more reputation.

Production Involvement:

Screenwriters are rarely involved in the development of a film. They can be established as producers, advisors or even direct the project. Many scripts do not make it into production because the amount of scripts purchased each year outnumber the amount of professional directors that work in film and the TV industry. When a screenwriter sells their finished project, he or she often has to continue networking and push to have their projects chosen and turned into films or TV shows. If interest in a script fades that project could die out.