Another Get Repped Now Has Come To An End
Where are we in the process? What have we learned?
The answer to the first question: we are deluged. Hundreds of script submissions are still waiting to be covered. If you haven’t gotten your analysis yet (and that’s most of you), rest assured, we’re on it. We’ll be reading through the summer.
What Happens After All Scripts Are Covered
Once every screenplay and pilot has been analyzed and we have our roster of considers, we will send those scripts to our manager panel along with our recommendations – likely mid to late September. This gives folks time to do a polish draft; as well, September is the time when the industry is back from vacation and (in theory) ready to read. We also send all the scripts out at the same time. If a manager expresses interest in a script, we let all the others know so as to whip the hype.
Trends Noticed in This Year’s Submissions
This year we had an unusually high number of pilots; a sizeable amount of which fell into the “premise pilot” (aka “pilotitis”) trap: setup of the world and the characters but without telling a story or serving as a blueprint for what the series is going to be moving forward. Check out our article on premise pilots and how to avoid them right here.
The Return of Romantic Comedies
Romantic Comedies have clearly made a comeback. It’s important to remember that this is a well-established genre, and certain expectations have to be met (while still coming up with a fresh spin and unique angle on everything). Check out our blog post with tips on how to craft the perfect rom-com right here.
Avoiding Generic Choices in Screenplays
We’ve also sometimes noticed a tendency towards generic choices. Remember, your visuals and your voice depend on specificity. Learn more here.
Understanding Script Coverage Scores
We also got several questions about scoring and what those scores actually mean. You can find a primer on PASS, CONSIDER, RECOMMEND and anything in between right here.
Dealing With Passes and Creative Frustration
One more thought. A few folks have come back to us in frustration. Those “passes” can get pretty old, especially when one has been working on the same script for many drafts, and it just never seems to advance. We’re all writers here, too – we get it. We’ve been there.
When It’s Time to Start a New Project
Best advice might be to set that project aside for awhile and start something new. Not only will that recharge the creative batteries, but that new project will benefit from being written by a more advanced writer than the one who started that other project three years ago. As writers, we’re constantly learning and evolving, and those choices we made then may not be the same choices we’d make today.
Always Moving Forward as Writers
All of us are better writers today than we were yesterday.
Hopefully!
Thank You to All Who Submitted
Thanks to everyone who has submitted. Let’s go get ’em!
FAQs
What stage is the Get Repped Now process currently in?
The team is currently analyzing hundreds of script submissions. This review process is expected to continue throughout the summer until every screenplay and pilot has been covered.
When will scripts be sent to managers?
Scripts that receive a “Consider” or “Recommend” will be sent to the manager panel in mid to late September. This timeline gives writers time to polish their drafts and aligns with the industry’s return to full activity after summer.
What common issue was seen in this year’s pilot submissions?
A significant number of scripts fell into the “premise pilot” trap, also known as “pilotitis.” These scripts often focused heavily on setting up the world and characters but failed to tell a compelling story or provide a clear blueprint for the rest of the series.
Which genre made a noticeable comeback this year?
Romantic Comedies made a clear comeback this year. However, writers are reminded that while the genre is popular again, scripts still need a fresh perspective and specific details to stand out.
What advice is given to writers facing repeated passes?
The best advice for writers facing constant “passes” is to set the current project aside and start something new. Starting a fresh project helps recharge creative energy and allows the writer to use the skills they have gained to create something even better.