I have a feature-length screenplay that requires tightening and sharpening to better fit a conventional three-act film structure. The current draft clocks in at 122 pages but needs condensing to around 40 pages to align with typical runtimes and narrative pacing. Some reworking of story elements and character arcs will be necessary to maintain plot integrity while streamlining to the essential beats. Dialogue passes and trims, combining or removing scenes, and elevating narrative tension throughout will all be part of the editing approach. A keen understanding of script formatting, the storytelling principles of setup, confrontation and resolution, and the ability to identify superfluous material for removal are essential. The successful bidder will work collaboratively to help refine the script's existing stronger elements while frank but constructive feedback aids in bringing the draft to a polished, concise yet compelling 40-page draft on deadline. Creativity, editorial skills, and collaborative working style will be highly valued in this project.
