More and more, writers are expected to have a pitch deck, but many aren’t sure what to include. Our article shares everything you need to know to create a powerful deck that sells your short film’s vision. #scriptsky https://www.shorescripts.com/creating-a-successful-pitch-deck-for-your-short-film/

Get expert, tailored feedback designed to elevate your screenplay. Whether you’re working on a Feature, TV Pilot, or Short, our experienced readers provide clear, actionable notes to help you take your script to the next level. #scriptcoverage https://www.shorescripts.com/screenplay-coverage/

The Final Deadline for our #ShortFilm Fund is Oct 31st! Secure up to $15K for production or $4K finishing funds, plus mentorship from producer Maria Gracia Turgeon, festival guidance from Kimberley Browning & camera support from ARRI Rental. #scriptsky https://www.shorescripts.com/shortfilmfund/

The creative chaos is real but that’s all part of the process! If your whiteboard looks like a detective’s wall of clues, you’re probably on the right track. Tomorrow’s the Regular Deadline for our #ShortFilm Fund, submit while there’s still time! #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting

Tomorrow is the FINAL deadline for our Feature Screenplay Contest! If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to share your story, this is it. Get your work read by industry professionals and take a big step toward launching your #screenwriting career. www.shorescripts.com/feature-cont...

Imagine having your script read by the people who’ve helped bring some of the best films of the last two decades to life. That’s what you get when you enter our Feature Contest. #scriptsky The FINAL deadline is September 25th, submit your script today! www.shorescripts.com/feature-cont...

Join our FREE Short Film Fund webinar with producer Mariana Méndez and publicist Deborah Gilels as they dive into distribution, festivals, publicity, and low-budget strategies to get your work seen. #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+ Register now to save your spot! zoom.us/webinar/regi...

We’ve officially kicked off our TV Writer Mentorship Program! Our winners met the Shore Scripts team, connected with one another, set expectations for the weeks ahead, and even dove into notes on their winning scripts. This week, they’ll also meet 1:1 with our Writer Development Manager! #scriptsky

You get caught up in his character’s fate not just without any dialogue, but without knowing anything about him. Not his background, not why he’s sailing alone, not even his name. The screenwriting rules this movie breaks have filled books.

Don’t miss this chance to connect with our Shore Scripts team in an exclusive webinar! Choose the breakout room that aligns with your #screenwriting goals and gain valuable insights to help move your career forward. #scriptsky+ Spots are limited, register today to secure yours! ow.ly/jH1P50WXfI1

Received notes on your feature script but not sure where to start? Our tips will help you navigate the rewrite process and craft your strongest draft yet, just in time for our Feature Contest FINAL deadline on September 25th! #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting

2025 Emmys winners list: Updating live tonight, the Emmys winners list is expected to be led by 'Severance' and 'The Studio.'

The winners of our TV Writer Mentorship Program are stepping into an incredible opportunity! Across 8 weeks, they’ll learn from Industry Leaders, gain personalised support, and dive into sessions covering stages of a TV writing career. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ www.shorescripts.com/tv-pilot-con...

The winners of our TV Writer Mentorship Program are stepping into an incredible opportunity! Across 8 weeks, they’ll learn from Industry Leaders, gain personalised support, and dive into sessions covering stages of a TV writing career. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ www.shorescripts.com/tv-pilot-con...

What’s the strangest place or situation where you’ve gotten an idea for a story? #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+

Not sure he's on here, but delighted to see Ryan Luong winning in the @shorescripts.bsky.social for the 1/2 hour pilot category. Have had the pleasure of reading THE TAM SHOW and it's a blast! Well deserved! #scriptsky

Congratulations to the Winners & Finalists of our 2025 TV Writer Mentorship Program! Six writers will join us for 8 weeks of mentorship, meetings & career support. #scriptsky A huge thanks to every writer who submitted, we’re honoured to have read your stories! www.shorescripts.com/2025-tv-ment...

Shore Scripts’ founder, Dave Beazley, and our Short Film Fund Manager, Julia Morizawa, visited Apartment D Films, the studio co-owned by Cameron Kwan, to step behind the scenes of PAPER DAUGHTER, our Spring 2025 Short Film Fund Grand Prize Winner. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting

Fans and critics are hooked on ALIEN: EARTH, which has not only achieved 9.2 million global views in its first week but also earned widespread praise for its bold visuals, unnerving tone, and fresh take on the classic franchise! Which character or moment has you hooked so far?

This is one of our absolute favorite screenplays of all time. Screenwriting school, film school, and life school all in one. Do yourself a favor and read Robert Zemeckis & Bob Gale's screenplay for Back to the Future. ⬇️⬇️⬇️ cinephiliabeyond.org/back-future-...

Every script starts with that rush of excitement, characters come alive, the story feels unstoppable, and page one practically writes itself. Then reality kicks in, but that first spark is what keeps us going through all the twists and turns of the process! #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+

Your guide to the must-see films at this year's fall film festivals.

Script Analysis: “Glass Onion” (2022) — Scene-By-Scene Breakdown. A great tool for studying the screenplay's underlying story structure. gointothestory.blcklst.com/script-analy... #movies #screenwriting

The first 10 pages of your script can make or break your chances of standing out, so how do you hook readers right from the start? Our article breaks down the essentials of crafting a killer opening. #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+ www.shorescripts.com/how-to-write...

A great #shortfilm deserves an audience. Our article dives into how to craft a smart festival strategy that can elevate your film, grow your network, and help kickstart your career. #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+ www.shorescripts.com/crafting-you...

In #shortfilms, your opening scene must hook fast. Spark intrigue, show your tone, drop us right into the action, and craft an opening scene that lingers. Grab attention early and your story has the best chance to shine! #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+

"Scene description" is more than describing a scene. It's a means by which you express YOUR WRITER'S VOICE! Learn tools to convey your unique voice on the page. One-week online class starts today. screenwritingmasterclass.com/product/craf... #screenwriting

"If I get lucky and I can choose, I would always choose a really good story and screenplay, even if I don't know the director. If there's a good screenplay, there's a chance that something good is going to happen." - Ayelet Zurer #scriptsky+ #scriptsky #screenwriting

Who’s your dream director to bring your script to life? #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+

Mrs&Mr Thomas entered our Feature Contest, won, and saw their script THE ASSESSMENT picked up by Oscar-nominated producer Stephen Woolley, who developed it with FILM4. This is the kind of industry access and opportunity Shore Scripts offers to talented writers! #scriptsky #scriptsky+

Ahead of production, we caught up with PAPER DAUGHTER’s writer-director, Cameron Kwan, winner of our Spring 2025 #ShortFilm Fund, for an in-depth Q&A. Discover the vision, history, and personal connection fueling this moving story! #scriptsky #scriptsky+ www.shorescripts.com/paper-daught...

The Semi-Finalists for our 2025 TV Writer Mentorship Program are here! A big round of applause to those advancing, your pilots stood out in a seriously competitive field. #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+ www.shorescripts.com/2025-tv-ment...

Tess McGuinness knows story, from writing award-winning plays to working behind the scenes at SNL and now developing projects at Red Wagon Entertainment. We spoke with her about what really goes into bringing a script to life. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ www.shorescripts.com/inside-devel...

Regular entry to our Feature Contest closes at 23:59 PM. We’re looking for bold, original voices across all genres. If you’re ready to get repped, sell your script, or be hired as a writer, let’s see what you’ve got! #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+ www.shorescripts.com/feature-cont...

One goal when writing a scene? Give the script reader a good reason to move onto the NEXT scene. #screenwriting #scriptsky

For one week only, enjoy $10 off all of our #scriptcoverage packages. Get professional insights from industry-level readers when you submit through our website! #scriptsky #scriptsky+ Tap the link to access the discount code. mailerlite.shorescripts.com/u7s6h0l4q1

Writing comedy is tough, like assembling furniture without instructions. In our Anatomy of a Script article series, we break down MY OLD ASS, SATURDAY NIGHT & DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE to see how the pros keep it funny and focused. #screenwriting #scriptsky www.shorescripts.com/anatomy-of-a...

What’s one unforgettable scene from a feature film that continues to influence you as a writer? #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+

A classic case of “quick scene” turning into “epic rewrite of the entire plot.” Just another day in the mind of a screenwriter. #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+

If you’re stuck trying to come up with a fresh concept, mixing two unexpected genres might be the spark you need. - Know the rules before you break them. - Choose a primary genre. - Let the theme be the glue. - Balance tone carefully. What’s your favourite genre combo?

@shorescripts.bsky.social woohoo you’re here! I have a soft spot for you guys as my first recommend was with one of your readers a few years back 🫶🏼

I got to meet some big wigs at Shore Scripts during the NAMA Writers seminar! They were incredibly insightful on screenplay competitions. Definitely give them a follow! #ScriptSky #ScreenWriting #WritingCommunity

Screenwriters, this one’s for you too. The creative industry doesn’t come with guarantees, but the one thing that makes a difference? Not giving up. #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+

"Writing is a marathon, not a sprint." - Robert McKee

Shore Scripts #shorescripts.bskysocial has arrived! I was lucky enough to win the Shore Script Feature Contest in 2024 with NO GHOSTS TONIGHT. They were super efficient and set up lots of really useful meetings with excellent people through their contacts. So glad to see them here. #scriptsky

What’s one writing habit you swear by? #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+

From first draft doubts to final day surprises, Jeremiah Towolawi shares the full journey of making THE TRUTH ABOUT SPACE, what changed, what stayed true, and how belief in a story can push through every “no.” #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+ www.shorescripts.com/the-truth-ab...

You start with a clear protagonist, and then halfway through your supporting character casually walks in like they own the place. Have you ever ended up shifting your entire story because of this? #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+

A huge thank you to everyone who submitted to this year’s TV Writers Mentorship Program! The quality of half-hour and one-hour pilots was exceptional, and we’re thrilled to announce our Quarter-Finalists! #scriptsky #scriptsky+ www.shorescripts.com/2025-tv-ment...

Are you a writer looking for excellent coverage of your work? I LOVE @shorescripts.bsky.social. They consistently give great, actionable coverage. They've helped tremendously. I won't send out a script without sending it to the first. www.shorescripts.com