Shore Scripts | Screenwriting

You’ve got a TV script and want to break into a writers’ room, but not sure how? One of the best ways to cut through the noise is applying to a #TVwritinglab. Check out our list of the Top 6 TV Writing Labs & Fellowships for 2026.

https://www.shorescripts.com/top-6-tv-writing-fellowships-2026/

The #ShortFilmFund isn’t just about winning, it’s about getting your work made. With prizes aimed at championing bold new shorts, this is your chance to take the next step. The Early Deadline is 27 Feb, so check out the prize details and enter now!

https://www.shorescripts.com/script-to-screen/

With our Short Film Fund and TV Writer Mentorship Program open, now’s the time to invest in focused feedback. Our 3-Page #ScriptCoverage for shorts and 1/2 hour TV pilots will deliver actionable notes that you can use to polish your script.

https://www.shorescripts.com/screenplay-coverage/

Writers, mark your calendars! The regular deadline for Script to Screen is February 23. This is your chance to get hands-on guidance from top filmmakers and take your screenplay from page to screen with confidence. #scriptsky #scriptsky+

ENTER NOW!
https://www.shorescripts.com/script-to-screen/

Crafting a believable world doesn’t mean overwhelming a reader with info. Smart world-building helps your story breathe, giving readers just enough detail to understand the stakes, setting, and culture while keeping the focus on your characters and plot. #scriptsky #scriptsky+

Scrybe is a screenwriting platform designed with the writing community in mind. Where screenwriters can manage scripts, track every submission, and build a record of their work and achievements. It’s a platform that supports writers and creative growth. #scriptsky #scriptsky+

https://www.scrybe.to/

The most gripping stories are built with intention, precision, and a deep understanding of tension. THE HOUSEMAID is a great reminder that strong choices on the page shape everything that follows on screen. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #filmfact #thehousemaid

Fall 2024 Short Film Fund Grand Prize Winner, Nicky Rudolph Calloway, breaks down the making of I AM A GENTLEMAN in our post-shoot Q&A. He shared some insights into the development, pre-production, and production of this bold dark comedy. #scriptsky #scriptsky+

https://ow.ly/wqM350Y9KXZ

Oscar-nominated editor Chris Lebenzon will be sharing how editing shapes story, tone, and pacing. With nearly 40 #films and collaborations with Tony Scott, Tim Burton, and Michael Bay, he shows #writers what directors must anticipate before shooting.

https://www.shorescripts.com/script-to-screen/

Our TV Writer Mentorship Program is now OPEN. Winners will be selected for an 8-week experience with direct access to showrunners, development execs, agents, managers, and working TV writers. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting

Find out more: https://www.shorescripts.com/tv-pilot-contest/

SEVEN SAMURAI was written under intense pressure in six-weeks, where Shinobu Hashimoto helped develop the characters by studying everyday people on a train.

This post is for education purposes. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
SEVEN SAMURAI (1954) by Akira Kurosawa, Shinobu Hashimoto, and Hideo Oguni.

If your pages feel dense or overwritten, a shift can change everything. Fewer words, stronger images, and clearer intent help your story breathe and let the visuals do the heavy lifting. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting

If you could go back and tell your past writer self one thing, what would it be? #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting

Our Writer Development Manager, Brandon Loureiro, reflects on the progress our writers made in 2025, from sharpening scripts to taking meetings with reps and producers.

The key takeaway is that patience, persistence, and finding the right fit can lead to something powerful! #scriptsky #scriptsky+

Great #scriptcoverage should move your script forward. Our service offers tailored notes, Industry Pass/Consider/Recommend evaluations, fast turnaround, and the potential for additional industry exposure on strong submissions. #scriptsky #scriptsky+

https://www.shorescripts.com/screenplay-coverage/

Before cameras roll on KNOW YOUR LIGHTS, Fall 2025 Short Film Fund Grand Prize Winner, Al Benoit, shares insight into the story, the inspiration behind it, and what lies ahead in our pre-shoot Q&A. #scriptsky

Read the full Q&A here: https://www.shorescripts.com/know-your-lights-pre-shoot-qa/

Devika Bhise brings her experience as an #actor and producer to Script to Screen, with credits alongside Dev Patel, and Jeremy Irons, and as exec producer of THE WARRIOR QUEEN OF JHANSI. Her session helps writers turn script intention into performance.

https://www.shorescripts.com/script-to-screen/

Stay in the loop with all things Shore Scripts, from contest deadlines and winners to script coverage, and exclusive resources for screenwriters. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting

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Our Short Film Fund offers emerging filmmakers a chance to produce and showcase their work, with previous winners achieving festival success worldwide, industry recognition, and career breakthroughs! #scriptsky #scriptsky+

Find out more here: https://www.shorescripts.com/shortfilmfund/#PRIZES

All it takes is a small win that makes the rest of the script feel possible! #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting #scriptcoverage

Explore our free screenplay collections with over 100 Film & TV scripts, curated to help you learn the craft, spot what works on the page, and elevate your own writing. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting

https://www.shorescripts.com/screenwriting-downloads/

Go behind the scenes with our Fall 2025 Short Film Fund Finishing Funds Winner, MATANDO MOSCAS, in a post-shoot Q&A with writer/director Ericka Lavin, where she unpacks the story, the shoot, and the lessons learned along the way. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting

https://ow.ly/nAf050Y3pJv

LIFE AS A MESOPLANKTON by Ariella Stoian takes Second Place in our 2025 Feature Contest. #scriptsky #scriptsky+

After her father’s death, 13-year-old Mab returns to the hospital where he died and helps terminally ill George chase his dream of becoming a marine biologist, learning to live with loss.

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Our updated Script Coverage packages are here to give writers clearer, more tailored feedback than ever before. Our experienced readers will help you elevate your script and take your writing to the next level. #scriptsky

Submit your script!
https://www.shorescripts.com/screenplay-coverage/

Thinking about taking your script from page to screen? These tips from experienced writers turned directors offer guidance, inspiration, and practical advice. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting

The writers of PEOPLE WE MEET ON VACATION had a problem to solve in bringing the book’s 10 to 12 year non-linear timeline to the screen. They structured the script to show why the two friends stopped talking through carefully placed flashbacks. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #peoplewemeetonvacation

Dan Jinks, Oscar-winning producer behind AMERICAN BEAUTY, will be joining Script to Screen to teach writers how to negotiate creative ideas within budgets, and maintain the integrity of a project while overcoming real-world constraints. #scriptsky #scripttoscreen

https://ow.ly/hpoi50Y1uo5

Which skill do you want to improve most this year? #screenwriting

- Plot
- Dialogue
- Structure
- Characters

Congratulations to our 2025 #FeatureContest Grand Prize Winner, GOD MAKERS by Quinn Spicker, a story about the battle over ChatGPT as academic Helen Toner challenges Sam Altman over the future of AI. Quinn receives $5,000, industry mentorship, and Shore Scripts support. #scriptsky #scriptsky+

Script to Screen gives writers the tools to step into directing with confidence. Through weekly sessions with top-tier #filmmakers, including Oscar and EMMY winners, you’ll learn how to turn your script into a bold, screen-ready vision. #scriptsky

https://www.shorescripts.com/script-to-screen/