How much does Hollywood pay for a script?

In the 2017-2018 period, WGA spec script sales ranged from $72,600 to $136,000. The average? Around $110,000. There are different WGA minimums for everything, from a 15-minute episode of television, to selling a movie script, to a big budget feature film.

Can you send scripts to production companies?

Getting your screenplay to production companies is actually a lot easier than most people think. It’s really as simple as getting the production companies address, email, phone number, or fax number and pitching your script idea to them. If you don’t have both of these things don’t start submitting your script.

How to submit your scripts?

Now let me show you step by step how to submit your scripts. This is what you do: Step 1. Find a movie that is similar to the script you wrote. For example, if you wrote a horror film, find horror movies that are similar in style tone, etc. Step 2. Google the film to find the writer or writers who wrote the film.

How do I talk to a producer about a script?

If you have a script idea or a completed script that you would like to discuss with a certain producer or studio, the best method is by calling the producers production office. Chances are you will probably speak with a member of the producers staff. Normally a secretary or production assistant.

Do you have any connections to Hollywood producers?

You just wrote your first AMAZING script, or maybe you’ve written a couple of scripts. But you have zero connections to HOLLYWOOD producers, agents, and managers. Well, don’t worry.

Should you submit your screenplay to the right places?

But submitting your screenplay to the right places can exponentially increase the chances of the right person reading your script—and offering you a movie deal. Once you’ve written your screenplay and carefully checked it for errors, you’re ready to send it out into the world.