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OBS Script Development
“Our Goal is to Develop Great Writers.”
In keeping with that goal, OBS has provided an affordable method
for the aspiring pro to develop his or her skills. Submitting a
feature film or TV script to our readers for coverage will aid you
in preparing your work for fellowship programs, contest, and/or to
take a industry meeting. The goal is to create opportunity for
the writer to market said script or secure an agent or pitch
meeting.
WHAT CAN BE SUBMITTED…
OBS will provide coverage for the following types of writing:
Television
Pilots (Single & Multi-camera)
˝ hr. comedy
1 hr. drama
Spec Scripts (Single & Multi-camera)
For current programmed shows only.
˝ hr. comedy
1 hr. drama
Film/Screenplays
All genres: Adult, Pre-teens, romance, Sci-Fi, period, mystery,
crime, children’s, etc.
All submitted scripts must adhere to Industry standard for page
count not to exceed 125 pages.
Stage Play
All submitted scripts must adhere to Industry standard.
Animation
All submitted scripts must adhere to Industry standard.
TYPES OF COVERAGE…
LEVEL I:
Basic Coverage ($125/$145) –
Summary notes will be provided to give the writer a guide
to
improving your format, structure, idea, and characters,
story plot, theme, and
detailing specific
areas for improvement.
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Level II:
Analyzed Coverage ($175/$200)
– Writer must submit both a hard copy and an electronic copy of
the script. A page-by-page analysis that will include everything
mentioned in Levels I, as well as, grammar, spell check, and
punctuation, marketability, and overall improvement strategy. In
addition, you will receive suggestions for Loglines and
mini-synopsis.
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Level III:
Professional Consultation
($350/$400) –
Writer must submit
both a hard copy and an electronic copy of the script. You
will receive everything covered in Levels I & II as well as up to
30 minute Private Consultation
with an Industry Professional assigned to your submission, to
discuss your notes and expand upon any questions you may have.
(You must be in Los Angeles for face-to-face meeting. Out-of-State
will be done via telephone call). This of course requires
special appointment with the professional based on their schedule.
COST OF COVERAGE
LEVEL I:
Basic Coverage (Member: $125/Non-member: $145)
LEVEL II:
Analyzed Coverage (Member: $175/ Non-member: $200)
LEVEL III:
Professional Consultation
(Member: $350/ Non-member: $400)
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES…
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If
writer desires script to be returned, include SASE (self-addressed
stamped with correct postage) envelope.
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Scripts sent without proper return postage will be recycled.
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Scripts that reflect industry-standard screen or teleplay
formatting are strongly recommended.
Once
your script is received and assigned to a reader you’ll receive a
confirmation letter via email letting you know the approximate
turnaround time of the coverage. At Level I, standard turnaround
is fourteen (14) working days (excludes Saturday, Sunday, and
holidays). Level II, turnaround is 21-working days. All other
turnaround time varies based on genre.
Submissions should be sent…
Organization of Black Screenwriters
Script Development Department
ATTN: Lisa Bolekaja, 2nd Vice President
Golden State Mutual Life Insurance Bldg.
1999
West Adams Boulevard, Mezz.
Los
Angeles, CA 90018
Payments in
Cashier's Check or
U.S. Money Order Only (or online below)
Email: Lisa Bolekaja
at
lbolekaja@obswriter.com
SCRIPT DEVELOPMENT
SUBMISSION FORM
(please submit form with payment)
PAY HERE
Guidelines in PDF
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