CONSULTANCY
Script editing
& mentoring.
As a script editor, I work with screenwriters at all points of the screenwriting process, from outline to drafts.
I trained as a script editor over 8 months in Denmark with Professor Tom Abrams and Professor David Howard from the University of California in 2003 and have since worked on projects for the UK Film Council, for an HBO-funded screenplay development, and with a wide range of freelance screenwriters.
What I bring: A clear-eyed, writer-friendly approach, able to apply a range of structuring tools to help the writer make their screenplay the best it can be.
I can write coverage reports, work face-to-face, or online with writers.
Writer sessions include a report and a 2-hour meeting.
Fees available on request.
Services
- Script editingFeature films, TV pilots, short films, stage plays
- Script reading & coverageDevelopment notes, reader reports
- One-to-one mentoringOngoing support through draft development
- Narrative consultancyInteractive media, games, digital projects
- Workshop facilitationGroups, retreats, institutional programmes
Selected Projects
Credits include an original screenplay for HBO, an Estonian co-production for Allfilm, projects funded by UK Film Council Digital Shorts, and narrative consultancy for Paper Seven Games. She has worked as a script reader for a range of film companies, funding schemes and the Royal Court Theatre.
Testimonials
Julie has a very fine eye and is clear-sighted, incisive, and generous about other writers’ work. She is capable of in-depth analysis and has run a range of workshops as well as being involved in story conferencing on series such as Crossroads and Down to Earth.
Mel Kenyon, Literary Agent, Casarotto Ramsay & Associates
She was the best editor I could have wished for, for myself and for my project. She can really feel and think herself into a project and give of herself generously. She will not compete with the writer for who brings the best solutions, but she will always come up with new ideas.
Jose Alders, Screenwriter, Amsterdam
Julie was an absolute pleasure to work with. She combines an extremely pleasant and writer-friendly manner with a clear vision of how to improve scripts, and incisive, constructive advice. With Julie’s help, our script developed to the point where Screen South selected it for the Los Angeles Trade Mission. We thoroughly recommend Julie to anyone seeking a script editor.
Dan & Nuria Wicksman, Screenwriters
To discuss your project, please get in touch.