Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. What is ScriptFunnel for?

   ScriptFunnel is for anyone interested in becoming a serious film or television writer. You've written a script, now let us do everything else.

   ScriptFunnel is also for Entertainment Professionals seeking to tap the unsolicited script market and find undiscovered up-and-coming writers. We've done the daunting task of doing all the reading, leaving you to browse and discover only the top rated scripts submitted to us.

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2. Why choose ScriptFunnel over the rest?

   Because while other services offer one piece of coverage consisting of 1-2 pages, we offer two coverage reports each between 5-10 pages long.

   Not only do we provide coverage on your script, but for qualified material we also offer you the opportunity to have your script sent to hundreds of agents, managers, producers, and development executives around town.

   No other service offers writers a comprehensive community in which to hone their craft. The ScriptFunnel Forum is a place where writers can come together to discuss all things related to screenwriting.

   Every week, ScriptFunnel compiles the most significant articles, blog entries and spec sales into a newsletter for all of its members ensuring they are receiving the most important information out there.

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3. Does ScriptFunnel take any sort of finder's fee?

   It depends. If you submit your script for one of our coverage services and it receives a favorable grade by our Analysts, we will personally notify Agents, Managers, Producers, Studios, and Executives of your script and do our best to get it sold and land you representation. In cases such as these, ScriptFunnel does take a small percentage of any sale or option that we help facilitate or that comes as a result of ScriptFunnel's management services. Unlike other places, we have a vested interest in your success.

   However, if you simply want to list your project on ScriptFunnel for Hollywood Professionals to view and discover, then we do not take any type of commission or finder's fee. We simply ask that you inform us of any success achieved from using ScriptFunnel's services so that we can congratulate you.

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Writer Questions:

1. Why should I get coverage?

   Coverage will give you the necessary feedback as to whether or not your script is ready to be seen by identifying the strengths and weaknesses of your screenplay. Your material typically gets one shot so you want it in the best condition possible before exposing it to the community. Not to mention, our comprehensive coverage reports are excellent tools for the editing and rewriting process.

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2. How do I get coverage for FREE?

   If your script receives a "Consider", "Recommend", or "Greenlight" grade from both of your Analysts, and you agree to have your project represented by our company, you will be refunded the full amount that you paid to submit your script.

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3. Are ScriptFunnel Readers experienced and reliable?

   Absolutely. All of our readers are currently working in the film and television industry. Our readers are not students or out of work writers. They are experienced script analysts who have prior experience reading for the major talent agencies and production companies.

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4. How long does the coverage process take?

   For the typical screenplay, turnaround time is 7 to 14 business days. Of course, the 25 page TV sitcom often has a quicker turnaround than the 180 page epic feature.

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5. What forms of payment does ScriptFunnel accept?

   All transactions are done through Paypal to ensure maximum protection of your information. Paypal accepts Credit Card, Debit Card, Direct Debit or Bank Wires. Note: You do not need to have a Paypal account to submit your script.

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Entertainment Professionals Questions:

1. How do I browse ScriptFunnel's recommended scripts?

   Once registered and logged in, you'll find a link on your dashboard to our Green List of available spec scripts.

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2. Is my contact information safe?

   Yes it is! Your contact info will never be given out to a fellow member. Although writers can see what companies are registered with ScriptFunnel, names, numbers, and addresses are always kept confidential. If you'd like to share your contact info with the entire community for whatever reason, you may use the ScriptFunnel Forums to do so.

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3. I read a script that I am interested in representing/producing, how can I contact the writer?

   To protect the privacy of our writers you must contact the writer through ScriptFunnel. From the "Browse Scripts" page simply click the "Contact" button and an email will be sent to ScriptFunnel's management. Someone from ScriptFunnel will contact you in a timely manner.

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4. I've heard of ScriptFunnel's referral program, how can I get involved?

   From your dashboard choose the link to the "Referral Program". From there you will find instructions that will guide your through the process and give you a breakdown of the benefits available to you based on your referrals.

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Technical Questions:

1. I received an error when uploading my script, what should I do?

   Use the "Contact Us" form and send us an email immediately. If possible, paste whatever error code appeared so we can continue to improve our website. Once the email is received, we will confirm what transactions, if any, have cleared as well as whether or not your submission was received. Please be sure to upload your script in Adobe Acrobat's PDF format.

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2. How do I access the SCRIPTFUNNEL FORUMS?

   Once you've logged on to your account, you'll find a link to the ScriptFunnel Forums on your Dashboard. If you haven't registered a forum Username, you will be directed to select one. Your Password will be the same Password as your ScriptFunnel account. Log on using your newly created Forum Username and ScriptFunnel Password.

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