Script Reviewer
Script Consultant / Story Editor
Resources
The following information and links are provided by Script Reviewer as a courtesy.
Protect your scripts! Copyright and/or register your material before sharing it with anyone. A U.S. Copyright can only be granted and issued by the United States Government and provides the most protection for writers. Copyrighted works may be eligible for statutory damages and attorney's fees in successful litigation.
Registration does not take the place of copyrighting with the U.S. Copyright Office. Registration services are offered by several organizations and simply provide a time/date stamp which may be considered valid legal evidence of possession.
Registration - The Writer's Guild of America (WGA) is the most recognized source for registration services. There are branches for the east coast and the west coast with the Mississippi River serving as the dividing line. You do not have to be a member of the WGA to use the online registration service. Simply follow the online instructions to complete the registration form, upload your file (all formats are accepted), and pay the registration fee with your Visa or MasterCard. Fees for non-members are $20 at WGA West and $22 at WGA East. Both branches charge $10 for members. Upon completion, a WGA Registration Number is received instantly. A formal certificate will be sent to you via mail.
Copyright - You do not have to hire an attorney to file for a copyright. Self-service forms, helpful information and instructions are available on the U.S. Copyright Office website. Complete the appropriate application form. Form PA is used to apply for a copyright of performing art works, including scripts. Form TX is used to apply for a copyright of other literary works, including books. Mail your completed form to the Library of Congress Copyright Office with a non-returnable copy of the material to be copyrighted and a check for payment of the copyright fee in the amount of $45 made payable to 'Register of Copyrights'. It is advisable to send your package via certified mail, return receipt requested, so that you have proof of receipt. Processing times vary, but if you do everything correctly the first time, and your work is deemed eligible for copyright, a certificate will generally be issued to you within approximately 4 months. The copyright will be retroactively effective as of the date the Copyright Office receives all the required elements in an acceptable form. If you have any concerns, seek the advice and professional assistance of an attorney specializing in intellectual property law.
Prepared for informational, non-commercial purposes only. The information herein contains no warranties, express or implied. Users are required to perform their own research and use their own best judgment in all instances. No information contained herein is intended to be relied upon or considered legal advice.
REGISTRATION AND COPYRIGHT
SERVICES
Protect your scripts! Copyright and/or register your material before sharing it with anyone. A U.S. Copyright can only be granted and issued by the United States Government and provides the most protection for writers. Copyrighted works may be eligible for statutory damages and attorney's fees in successful litigation.
Registration does not take the place of copyrighting with the U.S. Copyright Office. Registration services are offered by several organizations and simply provide a time/date stamp which may be considered valid legal evidence of possession.
Registration - The Writer's Guild of America (WGA) is the most recognized source for registration services. There are branches for the east coast and the west coast with the Mississippi River serving as the dividing line. You do not have to be a member of the WGA to use the online registration service. Simply follow the online instructions to complete the registration form, upload your file (all formats are accepted), and pay the registration fee with your Visa or MasterCard. Fees for non-members are $20 at WGA West and $22 at WGA East. Both branches charge $10 for members. Upon completion, a WGA Registration Number is received instantly. A formal certificate will be sent to you via mail.
Copyright - You do not have to hire an attorney to file for a copyright. Self-service forms, helpful information and instructions are available on the U.S. Copyright Office website. Complete the appropriate application form. Form PA is used to apply for a copyright of performing art works, including scripts. Form TX is used to apply for a copyright of other literary works, including books. Mail your completed form to the Library of Congress Copyright Office with a non-returnable copy of the material to be copyrighted and a check for payment of the copyright fee in the amount of $45 made payable to 'Register of Copyrights'. It is advisable to send your package via certified mail, return receipt requested, so that you have proof of receipt. Processing times vary, but if you do everything correctly the first time, and your work is deemed eligible for copyright, a certificate will generally be issued to you within approximately 4 months. The copyright will be retroactively effective as of the date the Copyright Office receives all the required elements in an acceptable form. If you have any concerns, seek the advice and professional assistance of an attorney specializing in intellectual property law.
WRITING
CONTESTS
FilmMakers - excellent Screenplay Competition Directory
SCRIPTS
ONLINE
Daily Script - movie scripts in screenwriting format
Drew's Script-O-Rama
Movie-Page
Simply Scripts - free, downloadable scripts including film, television, anime, and radio
The Weekly Script
Drew's Script-O-Rama
Movie-Page
Simply Scripts - free, downloadable scripts including film, television, anime, and radio
The Weekly Script
WRITING
RESOURCES
creativescreenwriting Magazine
Final Draft - screenwriting software
Hollywood Script Formula Chart - script chart compiling screenwriting formulas,
superimposed on the three act structure
Movie Magic Screenwriter - screenwriting software
scr(i)pt Magazine
Writers Store - essential supplies for writers
Final Draft - screenwriting software
Hollywood Script Formula Chart - script chart compiling screenwriting formulas,
superimposed on the three act structure
Movie Magic Screenwriter - screenwriting software
scr(i)pt Magazine
Writers Store - essential supplies for writers
Prepared for informational, non-commercial purposes only. The information herein contains no warranties, express or implied. Users are required to perform their own research and use their own best judgment in all instances. No information contained herein is intended to be relied upon or considered legal advice.
