Translating your idea into a screenplay is often the lengthiest part of the filmmaking process. This guide provides an overview of how to proceed in turning your idea into a screenplay, whether you are writing the screenplay yourself or looking for a professional writer, and what to do once you have completed a first draft.

Generally, there are three ways you can get an idea written:

• write the script yourself
• find a screenwriter who is willing to write a script based on your idea (and a producer and director who are interested in pursuing it)
• form your own writing team (this generally includes a producer, director and script editor).

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