What is a Spec Script? I think it's worth saying that ‘spec’ is short for speculative, which basically means writing something that you've not been asked to write and usually you're not being paid to ...

Script consultant, editor and producer Philip Shelley runs the annual Channel 4 Screenwriting Course. In his second blog for BBC Writersroom he shares his six top tips for new writers who are trying ...

With our Open Call submission window approaching, BBC Writersroom Development Producer, Usman Mullan has some valuable advice on what makes a great spec script. Usman Mullan is a Development Producer ...