Breaking Into Script Reading, 2 Day Workshop With Lucy V Hay - London Screenwriters' Festival PDF

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15th to 17th September 2017

Regents School of Drama, Film & Media
Regents University London
Breaking Into Script Reading, 2 day workshop with

Lucy V Hay
An intensive two-day workshop that breaks down the art and craft of reading
scripts to help improve your own writing, to also improve your feedback for other
writers and most importantly, to earn you money as a professional reader.
When: Saturday May 7th to Sunday 8th May 2016
Where: Ealing Studios, Ealing W5 5EP
How much: Early Bird 89 / Standard 139
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SAT, 7 MAY 2016, 09:30 SUN, 8 MAY 2016, 17:30 BST
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Learn how to produce industry standard analysis for agents, producers, production companies and broadcasters all of
whom have mountainous read piles. The ability to distinguishing a Pass from a Consider, or even a Recommend will
make you a valuable asset to the biggest and most prolific production companies. Key elements covered include:
WHO uses script readers
WHAT the key components of a script report are
WHERE to source those elusive script reading jobs (even ones not advertised)
WHEN to walk away and avoid conflict with writers
WHY reading as a job can improve your writing AND most importantly, your understanding of the business.
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What is included?
Writing a fully professional report
How to negotiate pay for your work and where to find it
Techniques for constructive criticism and avoiding conflict
What constitutes marketability
Identifying strong concepts
Why context matters: how sample scripts and sold scripts dier
Tips for helping writers improve their craft
Understanding how logistics aect filmmaking
How to write positive script reports that get results for writers and execs and gets you re-hired for the next job
Optional homework both before and after the workshop
Through pre and post course assignments, you will also learn how to analyse film and TV scripts and pinpoint why some
work and some simply dont!
Why become a script reader?
You can work freelance, on your own terms, wherever you like and fit it around your existing commitments
Its challenging, interesting work in an industry that never stays still, keeping you on your toes!
You can make money AND work in the film, TV or literary industry, no more day job to distract you
Its a great way to make useful and interesting contacts
There is professional development: script readers often move into script editing and some become development
executives, literary agents, producers and filmmakers
Reading other peoples scripts is a sure fire way to improve the quality of your own work. Get paid to do it.
In other words: script reading is a PERFECT job for the creatively minded!
BREAKING INTO SCRIPT READING is tailored for those who want to gain understanding of how the marketplace works,
as well as how to analyse screenplays professionally.
Your Tutor: The course is taught by Lucy V Hay, author, script editor, producer and blogger behind
Bang2write, one of the UKs top sites for screenwriters. Lucy has been a script reader for agents,
production companies, screen agencies, investment initiatives, screenwriting competitions and
individual writers and directors for over ten years. www.Bang2write.com
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Feedback from past Script Reading Course

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weekend we ran our hugely successful Breaking Into Script Reading with Lucy V Hay.
Absolutely recommend this course if youre looking for insight from a professional who clearly knows the business.
Hugo Alves, Writer/Director
This course not only helped me understand how to be a script reader, it showed me how to be a script writer who can
connect to an audience. Great atmosphere, great knowledge and great contacts.
Daemian Greaves, Filmmaker/Writer
The event allowed for real networking which led to potential career opportunities. Well worth the time, truly explores the
nitty gritty of the job while preparing you to try it for yourself.
Michael Jennings, Director/Filmmaker
This workshop has renewed my focus and motivation. I cant imagine not having attended it its that good!
Rapinder Kaur, Screenwriter/Reader
I didnt dare hope for this level of insight and support, I couldnt be more psyched about my script reading career! Ill be
back!
Lydia Palmese, Novelist
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Lucy is AMAZING!
Neil Elton, Filmmaker
Lucy is a total rock star, down to earth, fun but highly knowledgeable.
Philip Lawrence, Writer
This course was amazing! Not only did I gain valuable insights but I left feeling motivated and inspired. I felt like Wonder
Woman!
Gannesh Rajah, Creative/Producer
Lucy is a driving force for improving script reading, and therefore script writing, in the UK.
Andrew Williamson, Writer
Potential Script Readers cant aord to not attend this course. Lucy gives a great but realistic view of the script
reading/editing world whilst providing useful screenwriting advice. 2 for the price of 1. Thank you!
Bren Sanders, Writer
The course has gone over and above my expectations. It has been a real shot in the arm for my creativity.
Dan Cassell, Screenwriter
I have found my USP thanks. You will see the results on screen!
Beverley Cooper-Chambers, Writer/Producer
You have given me the tools to go on another adventure, alongside the writing and filmmaking adventures I am also
undertaking and enjoying. Great value for money!
Penny OShaughnessy, Writer/Script Reader
I wish I had half of Lucys energy and knowledge of films fantastic!
Dee Sidlo, Writer
Lucy is an exceptional presenter, and has shared her passion with clarity and fizz. Bravo!
Paul Draper, Writer
Kickstarted my confidence and provided impetus to stop hi-jacking my own scripts.
Peter Barker, Writer
I am now determined to strengthen my relationships with my filmmaker friends, to form a team to actually get things done!
This course has clarified a lot of questions I had in my own screenwriting about genre and structure, and I already feel more
confident in my writing.
Vera Juliusdottir, Writer/Director
Lucy gives a compelling and informative insight into the processes of a Script Reader.
Daniel Gage, Editor/Aspiring Writer
Amazing networking has given me new ideas and increased motivation. Thanks!
John Sheldon, Screenwriter
Lucy really knows her stu gritty, frank and blunt but always fair. I really respect her integrity.
Jane Campion Hoye, Actor/Writer
I recommend this course to all writers/readers and filmmakers for the networking opportunities as well as the in-depth
knowledge surrounding script development.
Ruth Trippitt, Script Researcher
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The sheer enthusiasm and energy of the speakers really inspired me to take the plunge and make my dreams come true.
Writing can be a very solitary and draining experience and the workshop really made you want to have fun with it and
MAKE IT HAPPEN!
Violet Macdonald, Writer
Big thanks to Lucy Hay and Chris Jones for leading the charge on film professionals working together rather than viewing
others as competition. I LOVE that positive spirit!
Mary Albanese, Writer
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although there will be a 10% admin fee deducted. Alternatively, tickets are transferable to other people if you can find someone to replace you. We are happy to change the name on
the ticket. Please allow 48 hours for this change to take place. We reserve the right to decline admission and oer a full refund at our discretion. We reserve the right to change the
venue. We reserve the right to cancel the event and oer a full refund.
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Craig Malpass, Screenwriter
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