Services - Jessi Finn Wilder
First Ten Pages
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I offer a personalized approach to screenplay development, combining creative insight, professional script analysis, and one-on-one mentorship to help writers transform promising ideas into compelling, industry-ready screenplays.

My services go beyond traditional script coverage and editing, offering in-depth story diagnostics, character and dialogue development, strategic revisions, and tailored coaching designed to strengthen each writer’s unique voice.

From the first spark of an idea to the final polish, I help screenwriters navigate the creative process, sharpen their storytelling instincts, and position their work for competitions, fellowships, and industry consideration.

SCRIPT EDITING | $5 PER PAGE

My script editing service provides detailed, line-by-line revisions to improve clarity, tighten dialogue, strengthen descriptions, and polish your screenplay to professional standards while preserving your unique voice. Unlike coverage or consulting, this service focuses directly on refining the writing itself. Script editing is a separate service and is not included with any other script services. Scripts requiring extensive rewriting or substantial edits will receive a custom quote before work begins.

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First Ten Pages

$45
I’ll read your first 10 pages and give you focused feedback on your opening.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Opening image and hook
• Character introductions
• Dialogue
• Action lines
• Pacing
• Tone and voice
• Formatting and readability
• What’s working
• Where I became confused or disengaged
• Whether the opening makes me want to keep reading
• Clear suggestions for strengthening your pages
You’ll receive written notes designed to help you make your opening stronger before tackling the rest of the script.

 

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Script Read

Short Film  $75
TV Pilot $125
Feature Film $175
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Full script read
• 2–4 pages of written feedback
• Story and structure notes
• Character development
• Character relationships
• Dialogue
• Pacing
• Emotional arcs
• Theme and tone
• Strengths and weaknesses
• Areas that were confusing or pulled me out of the story
• Suggestions for your next rewrite
This service is best for writers who want thoughtful, straightforward feedback without the formal scoring and synopsis included in professional coverage.

 

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Script Coverage

Short Film  $100
TV Pilot  $150
Feature Film  $225
WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Logline
• Synopsis
• Overall evaluation
• Concept and premise
• Plot and structure
• Character
• Dialogue
• Pacing
• Theme
• Tone
• Formatting and readability
• Strengths and weaknesses
• Pass / Consider / Recommend rating
• Detailed written notes
• Suggestions for strengthening your next draft

You’ll receive approximately 4–6+ pages of analysis in addition to your synopsis and evaluation.
This is especially useful if you’re preparing for competitions, fellowships, querying, or other submissions.

 

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Developmental Script Consultation

TV Pilot  $175
Feature Film  $275
Developmental consulting goes deeper than traditional coverage. Instead of simply evaluating what’s on the page, we look at why certain elements aren’t working and explore ways to make the story stronger.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Full script read
• 6–10 pages of developmental notes
• Story structure analysis
• Character arc analysis
• Character motivation
• Relationships and conflict
• Stakes
• Theme
• Pacing
• Emotional beats
• Setup and payoff
• Specific problem areas identified
• Possible solutions and story directions
• Prioritized rewrite plan
• One 45-minute video consultation
This is a collaborative process.
I’m not here to rewrite your screenplay into the movie I would make. My job is to understand what you’re trying to accomplish, identify what may be standing in the way, and help you find the strongest version of your story.
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ONE-ON-ONE SCREENWRITING COACHING

$75 | 60-Minute Zoom Call
Have a story problem you can’t solve? Need help developing a character? Trying to figure out whether your idea actually has enough story for a feature?
Book a private 60-minute Zoom session and bring whatever you’re working on.

We can use your session for:

• Developing a film or television idea
• Character development
• Character arcs
• Story structure
• Outlining
• Breaking your feature or pilot
• Scene development
• Dialogue
• Pacing
• Theme
• Working through a difficult act or sequence
• Planning a rewrite
• Understanding feedback you’ve received
• Competition and submission questions
• Black List evaluations
• Loglines
• Query letters
• Manager outreach strategy
• Figuring out what to do next
This is your hour. We’ll focus on whatever will be most useful to you and your project.
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12-WEEK SCREENWRITING MENTORSHIP

$4,500 | Payment Plans Available
This 12-week mentorship is tailored to your experience, screenplay, and creative goals. Whether you're developing an idea, writing your first draft, or preparing for industry submissions, we'll create a practical plan to move your project forward.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • 12 Private Zoom Sessions: One 60-minute meeting each week for personalized coaching, creative development, and feedback.
  • Story & Character Development: Guidance on structure, character arcs, conflict, dialogue, pacing, and scene development.
  • Personalized Writing Plan: Weekly goals, assignments, deadlines, and accountability to keep your project moving.
  • Script Feedback & Revision: Targeted reviews of selected screenplay pages to address specific storytelling challenges and guide revisions. Full script reads, coverage, and line-by-line editing are separate services.
  • Industry Guidance: Support with loglines, pitches, competitions, fellowships, Black List feedback, and representation strategies.
  • Next Steps: A personalized strategy for continuing your screenplay's development and pursuing your professional writing goals.

 

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Flexible Payment Plans Available

Payment plans are available for all script services and packages totaling more than $100, making professional screenwriting support more accessible. Services costing $100 or less require payment in full at booking.
For eligible services, the total cost is divided into four equal payments. A 25% deposit is required at booking to secure your service, followed by three additional payments of 25% each, due 30, 60, and 90 days after your booking date.
Payment plans are fixed installment agreements, not monthly subscriptions. The full service fee remains payable according to your agreed schedule. All payment terms, cancellation policies, and service expectations will be clearly outlined before booking.

HOW MENTORSHIP WORKS

Because mentorship involves working closely together over several months, all mentorship programs require an application before enrollment. This helps ensure that the program is a good fit for your experience, creative goals, and level of commitment.
The application is simple. You'll answer a few questions about yourself, your screenplay, your writing experience, and what you hope to accomplish. I'll personally review your responses to determine whether one of my mentorship programs is right for you.
If your application is a good fit, we'll schedule a complimentary 15-minute Zoom consultation to discuss your project, answer your questions, and talk through expectations before you make any financial commitment.
The goal is to make sure we're both ready to work together, communicate openly, and dedicate the next three to six months to bringing your imaginary people to life.

A QUICK NOTE ABOUT RESULTS

No script consultant or mentor can guarantee representation, competition placements, a specific Black List score, or that your screenplay will be purchased or produced. Those outcomes depend on many factors beyond any writer's control.
What I can offer is personalized guidance, constructive feedback, and practical strategies to help you become a stronger, more confident screenwriter. Together, we'll focus on developing your storytelling skills, identifying and addressing weaknesses in your screenplay, navigating professional feedback, and preparing your work for opportunities within the industry.
My goal isn't to promise you success. It's to help you build the skills, strengthen the work, and make informed decisions that give your screenplay its best possible chance.
Ultimately, the story, creative decisions, and work remain yours. My role is to help you bring out the best in all three.

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