Script DC

Women in Film & Video DC ⟩ Script DC

We know you have a film you want to make, but you may not be sure of where to start. We can help. ScriptDC is the premier conference for Mid-Atlantic filmmakers where writers, directors, producers, editors, and talent connect with accomplished industry professionals. Class sizes are small to enhance participation, engagement, and feedback.

In November 2024 we offered sessions on
Production Assistant Training
PART 1: “Before I Get to Set, What Do I Need to Know?”
PART 2: “I’ve Arrived On Set, Now What?”
Character Development with Marilyn R. Atlas featuring Dating Your Character and Dirtying Your Character, writing, and feedback sessions
Directing Actors and Directing Through the Lens with Connie St. John and Anne Saul featuring on-set experiences on Sunday
The ABCs of Producing Documentary with Nina Gilden Seavey
Color Correction in DaVinci Resolve with Matt McDonell
Having a Special Effects Strategy with Robert Lodge
Sound Supporting Story with Kevin Hill and Jaime Horrigan, Studio Unknown

In the months following the in-person master classes in November we will be featuring webinars on a variety of topics of interest to your full producing and post team.

ScriptDC 2024 is supported in part by the National Endowment of the Arts, Office of Cable Television, Film, Music & Entertainment, The Maryland Film Office, Virginia Film Office, and Blackmagic Design.

Past ScriptDC speakers have included Joan Darling, Laurie Scheer, Rosanne Welch PhD, Pilar Alessandra, Dara Marks PhD, Dave Trottier, Alice Wu, Meg LeFauve, Lindsay Doran, Final Draft, Marilyn Atlas, Laurie Scheer, SeriesFest Writers, Ellen Sandler, Ligiah Villalobos, Paul Reuhl, Karyn Folan, Deborah Riley Draper, Nina Gilden Seavey, Peter Hamilton, Mike Garrity, Yi Chen, Marga Varea, Charlie Crocker, Kate Pearson, Ann Zamudio, Catherine Hand, Joanne Butcher, Catherine Hardwicke, Luke Barnett, Megan Holley, May Santiago, Harold Jackson III, Leslie Combermale, Ann Hornaday, Ari Pinchot, Dan Solomon, HaJ, Maureen Ryan, Annika Young, Kyle David Crosby, Michelle Remson, Claudia Myers, Julie Lynn, Michelle Mower, Emily Best, Steve David-Craig, Amy Oden, Michelle Alexandra, Mike Kravinsky, Jamie Coughlin, Kurt Klaus, Lance Kramer, Emma E. Hickox ACE, Eduardo Sanchez, Jane Fleming, Anne Fletcher, Barbara Ballow, Susan Hormuth, Aviva Kempner, Monica Lee Bellais, Sandra Lea Abrams, Lily Kleinman, Kaitlyn Cortes, and DeShauna Spencer.

Testimonials!

“Here’s what I know about ScriptDC: I won’t miss it ever again! ScriptDC is on my list of development opportunities permanently.” Jen Whiting

“I figured out how to sell my screenplay. A great learning experience!!!” Brian Streaty

“I am always amazed at how you gather such high-quality presenters and create such a warm, welcoming atmosphere for everyone from beginners to the very experienced.” Shoshana Rosenbaum

“I had such a fun time this weekend being a panelist. Thank you for organizing a great event and including me on the panels. It was like being on American Idol for screenplay writers.” Jonathan Stein

“Thank you for putting on such a wonderfully helpful conference…Hearing Joan Darling comment on my screenplay is one of the highlights of my life. Thank you for making that possible.” Renee Tynan

“You make a big difference in many people’s lives, I just wanted you to know that we thank you and appreciate you. Again, I can’t thank you enough.” Maureen Sasscer