I meant to write this sooner, but these past couple of weeks have been filled with meetings, writing script coverage for feature length scripts, proofreading scripts, and a few days of being a Scripty on an independent production. But I wouldn't have it any other way! I'm so thankful for the opportunities.
(where all the magic takes place ;)
One thing that I love about being a Script Supervisor is that I get to utilize my keen eye for detail in an environment that I consider home... #setlife. When you are passionate about your craft, like I am, you aim for perfection by all means necessary... even when we know nothing is perfect. ;) I believe that's why my clients who have used my Script Editing and Script Coverage Services keep coming back for more. Because it's evident that I want their scripts to be perfect and I want them to believe in their skills as much as I do with mine.
Additionally, my 10 years of Production experience in California has really helped me identify the do's and don't s in this industry and specifically what is expected on any set from a Script Supervisor and from a production as a whole. Right now, I am in Atlanta where film and tv is still growing and I am so excited to see where it will be in the next few years.
I appreciate the young filmmakers who are making a way for themselves in this industry and taking advantage of the platforms we have now. I recently worked with a couple of awesome Production Assistants who found my job to be very interesting. I admired their curiosity to know what exactly it was that I was writing in my script daily logs and also the notes on my scripts. I excitingly shared my knowledge with them in hopes of them becoming the awesome filmmakers they aspire to be. I remember how challenging it was as a PA to get some one-on-one time with some of the crew I worked with. I look back and laugh at how I used to run around like a chicken with his head cut off, just so that I could perform my PA duties while at the same time finding ways to shadow Directors, Scripties, etc. So it's only right for me to turn around and help those willing to learn.
Speaking of "willing to learn"... I will be teaching Screenwriting 101 this summer and I am super excited about it. I love love love helping my fellow Writers! As soon as everything is finalized, I will post the details.
In the meantime, here are some tips for those who are looking into Script Supervising:
1. Sit down with the Director beforehand to establish the communication that is expected by each party during production. Communication is key.
2. If anything doesn't look right, remember (no matter what) the continuity falls on you and your name is attached to the project.
3. Writers have different styles of writing. So read the script(s) way ahead of time, in case you have to meticulously break-down the script. This is important so that you and the Editor will clearly understand what you are logging.
Have an awesome week... and HAPPY WRITING!!
