Does appearance and format really matter?
Yes, the format of a screenplay does make a difference. In effect, we are screening scripts for possible production. Even if the story were good, we wouldn’t submit an unprofessional screenplay to an agent or producer. Our rules specify that every submission must be 90-120 single-sided pages long and must follow standard industry format. That means 12-point Courier font, indented dialogue, page numbers in the upper right corner, etc. Covers should be card stock with only the title on the cover. The script should be three-hole punched and bound with at least two metal fasteners. In addition, for purposes of our competition, the author’s name should not appear anywhere in the screenplay.
Related Questions
- I get an error when downloading the release version of the Macintosh software in StuffIt format. Why would I get an error if I had no trouble with the demo version download?
- What should I do if Im concerned that the format and appearance of my resum will be altered in the process of applying online?
- What is a good way to convert my Nightingale files to a listenable format?
