Rather than working to the theory that there is one best way to highlight a script, Script Revolution offers multiple ways for material to find its way in front of industry members and it's best to try and ultilise all of them, if you can. If you are looking for a silver bullet, you will not find one. Industry members find material here in a variety of ways which is good news to anyone new to the site or uploading fresh content.
The Basics
The best place to start, and I'm sorry if this sounds a little corny, is with having great story concepts with great loglines and engaging synopses that explain who the characters are and how the story plays out. That's what readers are exposed to more than anything else, and it will help demonstrate your value and craft skills as a writer. In addition to that, it's essential to make sure you have tagged your scripts with all the appropriate tags, as you don't want to miss out on any of those specific searches readers make where your material may apply. A high impact poster image will not only draw attention to your material and help communicate the subject and tone, it may get your scripts onto the Poster Wall. It's also important to come across as professional. Have you completed your bio? Have you uploaded a decent headshot? What about your IMDb? Beyond that, you can gain favourites on your scripts over time as more people read them and this will be shown next your scripts in listings to help them stand out.
Rockstar Benefits
Scripts added by Rockstar Members go first in all listings and are eligible to appear in the Top 100 list, Hot List, and front page featured block, plus Rockstars themselves are showcased in the monthly newsletter and Rockstars page.
So the strategy can be as follows;
- Write great story concepts (well duh!).
- Make your listings as detailed and engaging as possible.
- Get a kick-ass poster made and add it to the listing.
- Be patient as people read and (hopefully) favourite your work.
- Become a Rockstar Member to further stand out.
When it comes to your short scripts, Script Revolution has the added bonus of allowing you to submit them to the Review team who may give it a positive review. No guarantees though. It's free after all.