ARE YOU READY TO TAKE YOUR SCRIPT TO THE NEXT LEVEL?
At The Scriptster, we offer screenplay consulting, script coverage, industry advisory consultations and a variety of services to help bring your ideas to the screen. Brought to you by a seasoned professional with years of experience in Hollywood film development.
Sabrina Parra
Sabrina Parra has helped hundreds of writers on their quest to craft the perfect screenplay. She’s a professional script consultant with over five years of experience as a film development executive. She honed her skills most recently as the Vice President of a production company that has grossed over $1 billion worldwide and brought you films including Little Women, Crazy Stupid Love and A Walk to Remember.
By working closely with studios like Amazon, Apple, A24, and Netflix, Sabrina has spent her career developing projects from inception and guiding writers through the studio process. Her experience provides invaluable insight into what financiers are looking for when they read your screenplay. In addition, she has also read scripts for competitions and writing workshops.
Along with being an avid reader, Sabrina’s fresh perspective is what makes her the one to know what your script needs to sell. She values creative integrity and imagination of story above all. She believes there is nothing stronger than a film that allows its viewer to catapult themselves into the perspective of another.
THE SCRIPTSTER
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30 Minute Phone Call - $175
60 Minute Phone Call - $350
60 Minute Video Call - $375
Fresh eyes on your script is an essential step in the writing process and notes from an insider - the holy grail! Schedule an in-depth discussion on the strengths and weaknesses of your scripts plot, structure, characters and dialogue.
You will receive constructive notes and recommendations on how to build upon what you’ve created, have the opportunity to bat ideas back and forth, and ask additional questions.
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2 - 3 Page Document - $225
4 - 5 Page Document - $375
In need of notes but prefer a written document?
You will receive either a 2-3 page or 4-5 page document (depending on your order) consisting of a summary of your script, followed by comprehensive notes addressing the story, structure, characters and overall concept of your screenplay.
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2 New Loglines - $100
Logline: 1 -2 sentence summary of the story describing its central conflict and hook.
All scripts require an undeniable elevator pitch. After providing your initial logline you will receive an edited version of your existing logline and a fresh new logline of our creation.
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2 - 3 Page Document - $175
A film treatment is the last step before diving head first into writing or pitching your movie. It’s imperative your treatment is set up in a clear and concise way so your three act structure, characters and theme sing.
You will receive a 2-3 page document of notes addressing the strengths and weakness of your film treatment.
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60 Minute Video Call - $200
Successful pitches are cooked up from the perfect mixture of well seasoned ingredients. Practice your pitch and receive instant feedback.
Keep in mind a successful pitch is no longer than 30 minutes.
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45 Minute Phone Call - $200
Finished your script and not sure what to do next? Looking to make a leap into hiring representation or have question about the industry?
Schedule a consultation to discuss your trajectory in the industry and receive advice on your next best steps.
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“In a world when scripts are *never* done, Sabrina is experienced, insightful, and incredibly helpful at getting them across the finish line. She offers both incisive and specific notes as well as a holistic and comprehensive perspective on the project, creating a process that’s not only productive, but also thoroughly enjoyable!”
Laura Lekkos, Writer
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“Sabrina is one of the best creative executives in town. I worked with her on what turned out to be my favorite project I’ve ever written. Her notes are spot on, executable, and sure to elevate any project.”
Chris Grillot, Writer
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"I was fortunate to work with Sabrina for 5 years and her incredible understanding of story, characters, and commercial potential are unparalleled. She's worked with highly in-demand writers and is able to guide scripts with caring attention to detail and the essential ingredient of character growth. Writers at all stages of their career positively respond to her input because of her spot on creative instincts. If you want your script to level up she’s the person to work with. And she’s fun! You get the whole package with Sabrina.”
Margaret French Isaac, President of Di Novi Pictures
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“Sabrina has been a saving grace in a chaotic industry. Apart from being a tour de force with making things happen and getting the ball rolling, she is also a passionate individual that has always advocated for my wishes and wants. It is rare in this industry to find someone who can be a friend in tandem with a solid business partner, and Sabrina does that better than any other I've worked with.”
Gabrielle Stone, Best-Selling Author & Director
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“I’ve know Sabrina for years and she’s one of the best executives in the film business who deeply cares about writers and script development. She actually DOES the work and has had incredible experience already in her career. But more than that she cares - not just about books and movies starring Jake Gyllenhaal - she actually cares about stories and how to develop them into wonderful things. Hire her ASAP!”
Matt Rosen, Manager at Rain Management
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"I could not have been luckier to have Sabrina as an executive and producer on several of my film projects. She always, without fail, gave the most brilliant, helpful, thoughtful, and constructive feedback that actually made my scripts better! She also went from being one of my favorite executives to being a good friend -- it's not often that you find people in this industry who are as kind, warm, whip-smart, and badass as Sabrina. I could not recommend her more!"
Lillian Yu, Writer
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"Sabrina's articulate ideas truly elevated our story. She was invaluable in moving the script to a deeper, more enhanced place."
Dylan Hayes, Director
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“The writer’s first line of battle - in bringing script to screen - is a strong collaboration with producers! Sabrina Parra has always been my favorite to have on my creative side! Her mind for story and executive’s background has helped me keep “the promise of the premise” in the many projects we have worked on together.”
Sal Paskowitz, Writer
