Frequently Asked Questions

  • Wscripted is breaking barriers for getting Film, TV, and Book projects into the right producers' hands, while protecting IP and limiting bias.

    Wscripted operates through three interconnected pillars:

    Wscripted+ — an AI-powered story discovery platform connecting writers, filmmakers, and indie producers with a network of 5,000 production companies, studios, and international producers through intelligent search and tailored recommendations.

    Wscripted Impact — Wscripted’s highly publicized and high-profile curated initiatives championing talent and leading change for diverse voices in the Film & TV industry.

    Wscripted+ Next — a community-led feedback and early-access program giving writers, filmmakers, and creative professionals early access to AI Script Coverage and AI Pitch Deck tools built on industry standards, while shaping how AI serves the entertainment industry.

    Together, these three pillars enable Wscripted to pursue its mission to diversify the stories being produced and financed in the entertainment industry.

  • What is Wscripted+?
    Wscripted+ is an AI-powered story discovery platform for Film, TV, and Publishing that helps the right projects reach the right hands. Supported by Techstars powered by JP Morgan and Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs, it modernizes how scripts and books are shared and discovered. Writers upload scripts and books to generate AI-generated summaries and audio, host their projects privately with controlled access, and get recommended to producers based on their creative interests through intelligent search.

    How do I upload a project to Wscripted+ as a writer or filmmaker?
    Upgrade to a Wscripted+ Storyteller membership. Upload up to two projects per month, with or without AI assistance. Fill out your logline, theme, genre, and comparative titles to improve discovery quality.

    How do I approve view and download requests?
    Check your email notifications for new requests. Log in to Wscripted+, go to your dashboard, and click the bell icon. Review each requester and approve or decline. Only producers you grant access to can view your project page — including its summary, screenplay or book, and pitch deck — so your materials stay confidential. You can also share your project with partners directly by clicking the share button on your summary page.

    How long does AI take to summarize a project on Wscripted+?
    Screenplays are usually summarized in under 5 minutes. Books typically take around 10 minutes. If your summary is still in progress after a reasonable wait, reload the page, re-upload the project, or upload without AI and enter your logline, synopsis, and tags manually — especially if your PDF has unusual formatting.

    Can I improve or disable AI summaries on Wscripted+?
    Yes. You can edit AI-generated summaries directly on the platform to better reflect your intent, tone, and voice. You can also upload without AI and write or paste your own summary from the start if you prefer full manual control.

    How does Wscripted+ protect my script or book?
    Your work stays private, protected, and fully under your control. Nothing is visible, searchable, or shared unless you choose to share it. Your script or book is private by default. It does not appear in search or recommendations. No one can view it without your approval. If you choose to promote your project, you still approve every view request and can remove access at any time. Using AI is always optional. If you choose to use AI, it is used only once at upload to create summaries and project details. Your work is never used to train AI. The AI models are held in escrow, meaning they cannot learn from or reuse your content.

    How do I cancel my Wscripted+ subscription?
    Go to your profile, click update subscription, and open the Stripe customer portal. Cancel your subscription there. Canceling keeps your projects private but they will no longer be actively promoted or recommended. Wscripted+ does not offer refunds, as per our Terms of Use.

    How is Wscripted+ different from The Black List or Coverfly?
    Legacy screenplay platforms like The Black List and Coverfly showcase scripts based on scores, ratings, or pay-to-play visibility, which tends to favor writers who already have access and resources. Wscripted+ is built differently. It focuses on intelligent matching between your project and what producers say they are looking for, IP protection with encryption and access control, and bias-reduced discovery so strong work can be found even if you do not have representation, awards, or elite program credits.

  • What is the Cannes Screenplay List?
    The Cannes Screenplay List is a prestigious annual list of top scripts by women and non-binary writers, launched during the Cannes Film Festival in 2021. Presented by MUBI since 2021 and endorsed by high-profile artists including Vanessa Kirby, Nava Mau, and Elisabeth Moss, the list works more like a festival program than a competition. A reading committee selects a shortlist, and a jury of respected filmmakers and decision-makers nominates the final projects based on their own creative interests. The final selection is shared widely with the industry, helping producers and financiers discover which projects to read, champion, and support. Even writers who are not on the final list benefit, because their projects remain discoverable and recommended on Wscripted+.

    Who can apply to the Cannes Screenplay List?
    Women and non-binary writers or filmmakers — co-writers are accepted — can apply with a feature film script in English, French, or Spanish.

    How do I submit to the Cannes Screenplay List?
    Upload your feature on Wscripted+ by selecting "screenplay" and "this is my project." Then go to wscriptedplus.com/cannesscreenplaylist to choose your project, accept the entry terms, and submit.

    What is the Originals List?
    The Originals List is a momentum-building campaign that showcases outstanding original feature, TV pilot, and vertical script projects ready to meet the market. It follows the same philosophy as the Cannes Screenplay List but opens the door to a broader range of original projects from all writers, filmmakers, and indie producers. A high-profile celebrity jury selects up to 35 original projects to appear on the list. Nominees are featured in an Originals List booklet shared with 5,000 production companies, agents, and financiers. Finalists are invited to present their work at a pitch event in Los Angeles, directly to executives looking for new material.

    Who can apply to the Originals List?
    All screenwriters, filmmakers, and writer-directors with an original feature film script, TV pilot, or vertical script and a pitch deck in English, French, or Spanish. The script must be an original work by the applicant.

    How do I submit to the Originals List?
    Upload your feature, pilot, or vertical script on Wscripted+ by selecting "screenplay" and "this is my project." Then go to wscriptedplus.com/originalslist to choose your project, accept the entry terms, and submit.

    How do the Cannes Screenplay List and Originals List work with Wscripted+?
    When you apply to either list, you are entering a campaign plus platform ecosystem. During and after each campaign, nominated projects are actively promoted to thousands of industry professionals. Producers and executives can discover scripts on Wscripted+ based on their interests, even if a project was on the shortlist and not selected for the final list. The combination of curated list and Wscripted+ discovery creates momentum that can lead to options, financing talks, attachments, development meetings, and produced work. To keep projects actively discoverable and recommended to producers, applicants need to maintain an active Wscripted+ Storyteller profile.

    What rights do I grant if my project is selected?
    If your project is nominated on the Cannes Screenplay List or Originals List, you grant Wscripted permission to feature your name, project title, logline, and Wscripted+ link in the announcement and to share this information on social media to promote the list. You retain all rights to your project. Wscripted does not acquire any ownership, option, or other rights to your intellectual property.

    Does being selected create a business relationship with Wscripted?
    No. Being nominated on the Cannes Screenplay List or Originals List does not create any business relationship, partnership, or obligation between you and Wscripted, or between you and any producers who request access to view your project. Any business relationships that develop afterward are separate and governed by independent written contracts signed by the relevant parties.

  • What is Wscripted+ Next and how do I join?
    Wscripted+ Next is a community-led feedback and early-access program by Wscripted giving writers, filmmakers, and creative professionals early access to AI Script Coverage and AI Pitch Deck tools built on industry standards. Joining is free. Once enrolled, participants receive early lifetime pricing on the AI Script Analysis and AI Pitch Deck tools, the Wscripted+ Top 1% credential for qualifying scripts, monthly producer roundup opportunities, and the Wscripted+ Next Participant credential for LinkedIn. Enroll at wscripted.co/next.

    What do I get when my script reaches the Top 1% on Wscripted+?
    Scripts that reach the Top 1% threshold through Wscripted+ Next's AI Script Coverage receive the Wscripted+ Top 1% credential, added directly to your project on Wscripted+. Your project becomes eligible for the monthly Roundup newsletter sent to 5,000 production companies and gains increased visibility on the platform to producers actively searching for new projects.

    What is The Roundup by Wscripted?
    The Roundup by Wscripted is the monthly newsletter sent exclusively to Wscripted's network of 5,000 production companies and executives featuring Top 1% scripts from Wscripted+ Next. Scripts that reach the Top 1% threshold through AI Script Coverage are automatically eligible to be featured in The Roundup, giving writers direct visibility with producers actively searching for new projects. The Roundup is not a separate submission process — it is an automatic benefit of reaching the Top 1% threshold through Wscripted+ Next.

    What is the alternative to The Black List for screenwriters?
    Wscripted+ Next modernizes what The Black List and Coverfly started — fully automated, AI-powered, and built to give control back to writers. Through Wscripted+ Next, writers access AI Script Coverage and AI Pitch Deck tools built on industry standards for a fraction of the cost, with no readers, no ratings, and no dependency on who you already know. Projects are discovered by producers based on what they are actually looking for — not a numerical score. Writers also shape how the tools are built by giving feedback directly to Wscripted.

    How can I give feedback on AI tools being developed for writers?
    Wscripted+ Next is a community-led program. After every AI Script Coverage and AI Pitch Deck submission, participants are invited to share feedback that directly shapes how the tools are built and improved. This is not AI judging writers — it is writers shaping AI and participating in building technology standards that protect creative control and IP in the entertainment industry.

    How can I build visibility as a screenwriter without an agent or manager?
    Through Wscripted+ Next, writers gain visibility through the Top 1% credential on Wscripted+, the monthly Roundup newsletter to 5,000 production companies, and the Wscripted+ Next Participant credential on LinkedIn — featured directly on Wscripted's company LinkedIn page. No agent or manager required.

    What is the cheapest way to get professional script coverage in 2026?
    Through Wscripted+ Next, AI Script Coverage costs $30 per analysis for program participants. This compares to $300 or more for a traditional script consultant and $100 or more per year on The Black List. Coverage is delivered in under 2 minutes, built on the same standards used by production companies and development executives.

    How do I get my script and pitch deck ready to be discovered by producers?
    Wscripted+ Next gives writers and filmmakers the tools to workshop their script, build a professional pitch deck, and get their project in front of the right producers — all in one program.

    Through AI Script Coverage, writers receive professional script analysis in under 2 minutes, built on Wscripted's reading committee standards and 16+ years of script analysis expertise. Coverage includes detailed notes on strengths, areas for improvement, and positioning insights for producers. Scripts that reach the Top 1% threshold receive the Wscripted+ Top 1% credential and are featured in the monthly Roundup newsletter sent to 5,000 production companies.

    Through AI Pitch Deck, writers generate a professional 10-slide film and TV pitch deck from a form they fill out — no design skills or script upload required. The deck is delivered in Canva for editing and ready to share with producers and financiers immediately.

    Once the script is workshopped and the pitch deck is ready, the project is hosted on Wscripted+ where producers can discover it through intelligent search and tailored recommendations based on their creative interests. Wscripted+ Next is the complete pipeline from script development to producer discovery — built for writers who want to stay in control of how their projects are analyzed, pitched, and financed.

  • How do I get discovered without agents or reps?
    Writers are most often discovered through curated and trusted pathways, including platforms like Wscripted+ that promote projects to producers based on their interests, labs and fellowships that spotlight new voices, script competitions and industry lists, and personal and professional networks built at festivals, workshops, and online communities. Wscripted+ focuses on interest-aligned discovery so your work is surfaced to professionals actually looking for your themes, genres, and tone.

    How do I get my script read by executives?
    Executives are far more likely to read your script when the concept and logline clearly fit their mandate, there are signals of quality or traction such as labs, awards, strong coverage, or previous work, and the material reaches them via a trusted pathway. On Wscripted+, executives can set their interests and filters, receive aligned projects, review your logline, synopsis, themes, and comps before requesting access, and request to read your script on a safe platform that protects them from unsolicited content.

    How do I get my screenplay noticed?
    Craft a clear, compelling logline that communicates your hook in one or two sentences. Write a concise synopsis that shows the story's stakes, world, and tone. Upload your script to reputable discovery platforms like Wscripted+ that actively connect you with aligned producers. Enter select, high-quality competitions, labs, and fellowships with a real track record of career results. Keep your profile updated with credits, awards, and new work.

    How many scripts do I need to be taken seriously as a screenwriter?
    Most industry professionals expect at least two polished scripts. Three scripts is ideal. One script rarely signals readiness. Multiple strong samples show consistency, range, and that you can deliver beyond a single idea.

    What are the top platforms for screenwriters to get discovered?
    Screenplay discovery platforms connect scripts to industry readers rather than simply store files. Key types include curated story discovery platforms like Wscripted+, which curates and recommends content to producers based on their interests; ratings and score-based platforms like The Black List and Coverfly; script hosting databases like Stage 32 and InkTip; and festival and market portals that curate a limited slate of projects.

    How is Wscripted+ different from legacy databases?
    Legacy screenplay databases often showcase scripts based on scores, ratings, or pay-to-play visibility, which tends to favor writers who already have access and resources. Wscripted+ focuses on intelligent matching between your project and what producers say they are looking for, IP protection with encryption and access control, and bias-reduced discovery so strong work can be found even if you do not have representation, awards, or elite program credits.

    How does Wscripted+ help writers be discovered and producers find the right scripts?
    Wscripted+ promotes projects to producers and executives based on stated interests including genre, themes, tone, and format. It reduces bias by focusing on creative fit rather than credentials alone, protects IP through secure storage and controlled access, and opens new paths for diverse and global voices to be read by the right professionals. For producers and executives, Wscripted+ provides curated recommendations instead of unfiltered slush piles, intelligent search filters, and helps mitigate legal risk by operating within a system of consent, access logs, and clear terms.

    What are the best lists or programs to be featured in to get discovered by producers in Hollywood?
    The most impactful opportunities for writers and filmmakers to gain visibility with Hollywood producers through Wscripted are the Cannes Screenplay List, the Originals List, the Wscripted+ Top 1% credential, and the monthly Roundup newsletter.

    The Cannes Screenplay List is an annual selection of top scripts by women and non-binary writers, presented by MUBI and endorsed by high-profile jury members including Elisabeth Moss and Vanessa Kirby, announced during the Cannes Film Festival and shared with producers and financiers worldwide.

    The Originals List is a momentum-building campaign presenting the best original feature, TV pilot, and vertical scripts to 5,000 production companies, studios, and international producers, with a celebrity jury, peer-to-peer producer mentorship, and a finalist pitch event in Los Angeles.

    The Wscripted+ Top 1% credential is awarded to scripts that meet Wscripted's reading committee threshold through AI Script Coverage via Wscripted+ Next. Top 1% scripts are automatically featured in the monthly Roundup newsletter sent to 5,000 production companies and gain increased visibility on the Wscripted+ platform to producers actively searching for new projects.

    Together these four pathways create compounding momentum — from list nomination to platform discovery to producer roundup — giving writers and filmmakers multiple points of visibility with the right industry professionals.

  • How do I find a producer for my script?
    Research producers and companies whose slates match your genre, tone, and budget level. Use discovery platforms like Wscripted+, where producers define their interests and receive matching projects. Apply to labs, fellowships, and markets that explicitly connect selected writers to producers and financiers. Track producers' announcements and prior projects so you only target those truly suited to your story.

    Do producers read cold submissions?
    Generally no. Most producers, studios, and companies do not accept unsolicited submissions for legal reasons. Instead, they rely on agents and managers, personal networks and referrals, labs, fellowships, and curated lists, and trusted platforms like Wscripted+ where writers consent to sharing material.

    What do producers look for first?
    Original, high-concept or clearly defined ideas. Strong, concise loglines. Unique point of view and voice. Market viability and clear audience. Alignment with their current or future slate. Evidence of writing quality including previous work, labs, contests, and staffing credits. Wscripted+ helps surface this information upfront so decision-makers can quickly determine fit.

    Do producers care about first-time writers?
    Yes — if the script is strong and aligned with their slate. Producers often prefer a compelling spec script they can package and finance over a project that requires building everything from scratch. A first-time writer with strong material and a clear voice can absolutely stand out if the project fits the producer's goals.

    How can producers source scripts in specific genres?
    On Wscripted+, producers can filter projects by genre, narrow further by themes, tone, and comparative titles, and use AI-assisted discovery to surface projects that match their creative and commercial brief. Instead of reading hundreds of mismatched submissions, producers focus on a curated shortlist of high-fit projects.

    What are the best platforms for screenwriters to submit to producers?
    The most effective channels for connecting writers and producers today include Wscripted+, which promotes projects to producers based on their creative interests; reputable script competitions and fellowships with transparent juries and real outcomes; and labs and mentorship programs run by production companies, festivals, and organizations focused on emerging voices.

    Do I need a lawyer for every contract or option?
    While not legally required in every situation, having an entertainment lawyer is strongly recommended for option and purchase agreements, long-form writer, producer, or director deals, and complex collaborations or co-writing arrangements. If you cannot afford a private lawyer, look into legal clinics at film schools or law schools, bar association referral services, or nonprofit organizations serving artists and creators.

    How do I get my script and pitch deck ready to be discovered by producers?
    Wscripted+ Next gives writers and filmmakers the tools to workshop their script, build a professional pitch deck, and get their project in front of the right producers — all in one program.

    Through AI Script Coverage, writers receive professional script analysis in under 2 minutes, built on Wscripted's reading committee standards and 16+ years of script analysis expertise. Coverage includes detailed notes on strengths, areas for improvement, and positioning insights for producers. Scripts that reach the Top 1% threshold receive the Wscripted+ Top 1% credential and are featured in the monthly Roundup newsletter sent to 5,000 production companies.

    Through AI Pitch Deck, writers generate a professional 10-slide film and TV pitch deck from a form they fill out — no design skills or script upload required. The deck is delivered in Canva for editing and ready to share with producers and financiers immediately.

    Once the script is workshopped and the pitch deck is ready, the project is hosted on Wscripted+ where producers can discover it through intelligent search and tailored recommendations based on their creative interests. Wscripted+ Next is the complete pipeline from script development to producer discovery — built for writers who want to stay in control of how their projects are analyzed, pitched, and financed.

  • What should I check in any AI tool's terms before uploading my script?
    Look for clear answers to data storage — how is your content stored and can you delete it; training usage — make sure your script is not used to train or improve models; ownership and control — make sure you retain ownership and control access of your IP; and social and ethical policy — is the company transparent about how they use AI. If the ethical policies are unclear, be cautious. Learn more about Wscripted's IP and Copyright Protection Policy at wscripted.co/social-and-ethical-policy.

    What is the safest way to share my screenplay with a producer?
    Use a password-protected platform with access logs and controlled view permissions like Wscripted+. Share links that can be revoked and do not allow automatic downloading without your consent. Avoid email attachments that can be forwarded without your knowledge and uploaded to ChatGPT or other AI tools. Wscripted+ is built specifically to protect writer IP. Your project is stored securely with encryption and view permissions are strictly controlled.

    Should I register with WGA or US Copyright Office?
    US Copyright Office registration offers the strongest legal protection and the clearest evidence of ownership. It is the gold standard in a legal dispute. Wscripted partners with Cosynd to help simplify registration. WGA registration provides timestamped proof of authorship and you can register directly through WGA registration services. Hosting your project on Wscripted+ also creates a record of your screenplay and its authorship over time, which does not replace formal registration but can support your evidence of authorship if needed.

    How can I prove my screenplay was written by me if there is a dispute?
    The strongest proof combines multiple records: US Copyright Office registration, WGA registration, Cosynd online copyright registration, and Wscripted+ hosting records.

    What is chain of title?
    Chain of title is the complete ownership documentation of an intellectual property. Producers, financiers, and distributors need clean chain of title before they commit money or release a project, to avoid lawsuits for copyright infringement or unauthorized use of IP. Writers should keep clear records of agreements, assignments, and registrations for all materials that feed into a project.

  • How do I learn how to use AI as a filmmaker or screenwriter?
    Wscripted+ Next is a community-led feedback and early-access program that gives writers and filmmakers hands-on access to AI tools built specifically for the entertainment industry. Through the program, participants test AI Script Coverage and AI Pitch Deck tools built on industry standards, give feedback that shapes how the tools are developed, and learn how to leverage AI to improve their scripts, build stronger pitch decks, and get their projects discovered by producers — while staying in control of their IP.

    How do I get professional script coverage without paying $300 to a consultant?
    Through Wscripted+ Next, writers access AI Script Coverage for $30 per analysis — built on Wscripted's reading committee standards and 16+ years of script analysis expertise, the same criteria used by production companies and development executives. No readers, no waiting weeks, no subjective bias. Coverage is delivered in under 2 minutes as a downloadable PDF.

    How do I know if my script is industry-ready before submitting to producers?
    Wscripted+ Next's AI Script Coverage analyzes your script against industry-standard coverage criteria from production companies and Wscripted's reading committee. You receive detailed notes on strengths, areas for improvement, and positioning insights for producers. Scripts that meet the Top 1% threshold receive the Wscripted+ Top 1% credential — a signal your script meets industry standards and is ready for producer discovery.

    How do I get script notes fast without waiting weeks for a reader?
    Through Wscripted+ Next, AI Script Coverage delivers professional script analysis in under 2 minutes. Your script is processed once through Anthropic's secure enterprise API and immediately discarded — never stored, never used to train AI. You receive a full PDF analysis instantly with no reader subjectivity or delays.

    How do I create a professional pitch deck for my film or TV project without a designer?
    Through Wscripted+ Next, AI Pitch Deck generates a professional 10-slide film and TV pitch deck from a form you fill out — no design skills or script upload required. The deck is built on Wscripted's industry-standard pitch deck template, delivered in Canva for editing, and ready to share with producers and financiers immediately.

    How do I make a pitch deck that producers will actually take seriously?
    Wscripted+ Next's AI Pitch Deck is built on Wscripted's industry-standard pitch deck template used by professional filmmakers and producers. It generates a 10-slide deck covering logline, synopsis, characters, visual world, comparable titles, director statement, bio, and contact — in under 2 minutes, fully editable in Canva.

    Is my script safe if I submit it to an AI tool for coverage?
    Through Wscripted+ Next, your script is processed once through Anthropic's secure enterprise API and immediately discarded — never stored on Wscripted's servers, never used to train AI models, never shared without your consent. Writers retain full ownership of their work at all times.

    Is it risky to paste scripts into AI tools?
    Yes, it can be. Many external AI tools may retain or train on the content you paste. Once your script is in a third-party chat, you cannot easily control where it goes or how it is used. Producers who receive scripts by email may paste them into AI tools to summarize, which can expose your work to unnecessary risk and misrepresentation. Wscripted+ Next processes your script once through Anthropic's secure enterprise API and immediately discards it — never stored, never used to train AI.

    What are safe ways to use AI as a screenwriter?
    Safer use cases include brainstorming alternate loglines or titles, generating marketing copy, taglines, or social blurbs, drafting synopses, character bios, or pitch materials based on your guidance, and organizing notes, ideas, or outlines. In general, avoid pasting your entire script into tools with unclear data policies. For industry-standard AI script analysis that protects your IP, Wscripted+ Next's AI Script Coverage processes your script securely and discards it immediately after analysis.

    How can I get my script in front of producers after getting coverage?
    Scripts submitted through Wscripted+ Next that reach the Top 1% threshold are featured in Wscripted+'s monthly Roundup newsletter sent to 5,000 production companies and surfaced directly on the platform through smart content search. Getting coverage through Wscripted+ Next is the first step to being discovered by the right producers — without an agent, manager, or existing industry relationships.

    Where can I upload my script safely?
    Platforms like Wscripted+ provide encrypted storage and confidentiality, controlled view and download permissions, AI models in escrow to protect your IP and copyrighted materials, and extra protection on PDFs of copyrighted materials. Through Wscripted+ Next, your script is processed once through Anthropic's secure enterprise API and immediately discarded after analysis.

    Can AI models train on my screenplay?
    No — Wscripted+ is designed so external AI models cannot train on your screenplay. Wscripted+ uses AI only for project summaries, character descriptions, audio narration, and recommendations. Your full screenplay file is never used to train external AI models. Through Wscripted+ Next, your script is processed once through Anthropic's secure enterprise API and immediately discarded. It is never stored, never shared, and never used to train any model.