Script writer
Code 2641.4.2
Script writers create scripts for motion pictures or television series. They write a detailed story that consists of plot, characters, dialogue and physical environment.
Essential skills
Knowledge
- copyright legislation
- literature
- film production process
- screenwriting theories
- writing techniques
Skills and competences
- consult with production director
- consult with editor
- consult information sources
- develop creative ideas
- create a shooting script
- develop script bible
- write storylines
- write dialogues
- study topics
- deliver a sales pitch
- summarise stories
- use specific writing techniques
Transversal competences
- consult with motion picture producer
- finish project within budget
- manage feedback
- follow work schedule
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This service uses the ESCO classification of the European Commission and the Mapha Taxonomy developed by OTIC SOFOFA (CC BY 4.0), in an adapted version. Group codes come from the ILO's ISCO-08. See sources and licences