ScriptDC

About this event

We know you have a film you want to make, but you may not be sure of where to start. We can help. ScriptDC is the premier conference in the Mid-Atlantic filmmakers where writers, directors, producers, editors, and talent connect with accomplished industry professionals. Class sizes are small to enhance participation, engagement, and feedback.

REGISTER for ScriptDC 2026 here .

ScriptDC will include the following sessions: Dating Your Character: An Interactive Development Experience Masterclass with Marilyn R. Atlas and Mark Ricche Feature Writing Masterclass with Megan Holley and Claudia Myers Production Assistant Training with Leslie Ralston-Rakow and Sheila Smith Town Hall: Best Practices for Successful Collaboration with Actors Enhance Your Documentary with Animation with Elyse Kelly and Jessica Mendel The Actor’s Calling Card: Reels That Work with Lisa Hodsoll Episodic Directing: From Page to Picture Masterclass with Andi Behring THE BALTIMORONS: A Script to Distribution Masterclass with Michael Strassner, David Bonnett Jr., other cast and crew From “I Have a Nice Voice” to “I Can Actually Do This” – Voiceover Masterclass with Marnie Penning Special Screening with Q&A of THE BALTIMORONS , November 21 at 5:30 pm. Included with your registration or purchase tickets here .

Course Descriptions here . Presenter Bios here .

Don’t miss table reads for the finalists of the Vertical Short Screenplay Competition the morning of November 22 . Submission deadline is October 26. More information and begin your submission process here . Want to be part of the audience and vote for your favorite? RSVP here

From Women in Film & Video, DC