Frequently Asked Questions - Services - For Filmmakers
What types of film industry documents do you edit?
We edit pretty much any and all documents related to the film industry. Throughout the years we have worked on hundreds of Film screenplays, TV scripts, project pitches, film financing applications, scenario and character synopses, pitch presentations, Director's statements, and advertising campaigns.
Who will be editing my work?
Your work will be edited by specialized film industry professional with extensive expertise and experience in the film industry. If your work is related to the creative side, such as screenplays, then your designated editor will be a qualified copy-editor with at least 10 years experience in both editing and screenplay writing, as well as a minimum of 7 reputable film writing credits. If your work is related to the production side, such as project pitches and financing applications, your designated editor will be a qualified copy-editor with a minimum of 10 years experience in film production as well as a minimum of 7 reputable film producing credits.
The film industry is highly specific and specialized. Are your editors qualified to edit my work?
Yes absolutely. We fully respect and understand that. This is the main reason why we devoted an entire branch of our service to the film industry, and worked to expand our network of editors to include highly specialized film industry professionals. You can rest assured that your work is in the hands of experienced editor who understand the specific requirements and stylistic needs of the film industry.
My screenplay is very long. Can I submit my work in parts?
Yes, absolutely. We work on a section-by-section basis anyway, whereby our editor only moves on to the next section of your work after we receive your approval.
We also appreciate that, in some cases, your work might still be in progress and is yet to be completed, or you might wish for us to only work on a section of it. This is completely fine, just let us know and we will be sure to pass on the details to your designated editor.
Can I have the same editor if I submit my work in parts?
Yes, absolutely. We work on a section-by-section basis anyway, whereby our editor only moves on to the next section of your work after we receive your approval.
We also appreciate that, in some cases, your work might still be in progress and is yet to be completed, or you might wish for us to only work on a section of it. This is completely fine, just let us know and we will be sure to pass on the details to your designated editor.
My work is highly confidential. Will it be kept that way?
Absolutely. We value your work and appreciate the amount of trust you put into us and our editors when you choose to work with us. We take this responsibility very seriously.
We guarantee that the only people who can have access to your work are the editing manager, who will be in touch with you during every step of the process, and the proofreader/ editor who will be editing your work.
All our staff members and editors have already been signed to very strict confidentiality agreements, as well as an NDA pertaining to any work they receive from us. In fact, your designated editing manager and proofreader are both bound to delete all copies of your work from their systems once they have completed editing your work.
I'm concerned about copyright. Will anyone be able to take my ideas?
Absolutely not. Your work is your and yours alone. And you will remain the sole copyright holder. Neither we, not our editors lay any claim to your copyright, and all your ideas will be kept absolutely confidential as all our staff members and editors are signed to strict confidentiality agreements.
Do your editors use specialized screenwriting software such as Final Draft or Scrivener?
All our editors use screenwriting software (such as the latest versions of Final Draft, and Scrivener etc), so if your screenplay is already in Final Draft format, your editor will be able to make highlighted changes and comments on your existing Final Draft file.
I wrote my script in MS Word, without applying film industry formatting. Can you help with formatting?
Certainly. If you have written your work in another format (such as MS word or Apple Pages) and wish your editor to write it and format it in Final Draft format, they will be happy to help.
May I offer you/ my editor a percentage of my film's proceeds instead of your standard fees?
Even if your screenplay or film has the potential to become a huge worldwide box-office success, it may take a while before the film is completed and released to worldwide audiences. For this reason, we will settle for the fees we charge for the services we render. Aside from that, the work is yours and yours alone. You are the author, and its only right that you alone enjoy the profits of your work.
I love the work your editor did on my script? May I know their name to include them in the film credits?
We deeply appreciate the generosity of your gesture, but unfortunately we will have to decline. We want you to feel secure that the copyright is exclusively 100% yours and yours only. Neither we nor our editors require anything for your work except for the fees we charge for the services rendered.
I have used a particular regional dialogue in my script. Will your editors know how to work with this?
Definitely. Our editors are accustomed to working with various regional dialects, styles, and creative approaches. None of your work will be edited by software of any kind, which is usually the biggest culprit in misinterpretation of specific regional dialects and creative styles. If you designated editor is not sure about something, they will be sure to ask about it in the comments section of the edited document we send back to you. And if there are specific things that you don't want them to change please let us know, and they will be sure to leave it as it is.
We are a major film studio and would like to make a bulk/ standing order. Can you offer a discount?
We are open to new possibilities. We are happy to liaise with you regarding larger/ long-term orders to grow our working relationship with you. If you would like to discuss this please contact us and we will do our very best to reach a mutually satisfactory deal.
May I quote what my editor has written about my script/ film project to promote it?
Sadly, this will not be possible. The comments made by your designated editor are solely for the purpose of enhancing your work and helping it become the best version of itself. We want all our clients to feel treated equally, so we cannot endorse any particular work over another, even if its quality is superb.
