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WANTED: Comedy Scriptwriters for Radio!

This is an open call for new writers to contribute to our radio project which is currently under development.
We are looking for a variety of different comedy sketches for radio, the scripts can range from 3-10 pages maximum. We are hoping to start broadcasting in the late Summer of 2014.
Initially, we will not be able to pay writers but as the project develops and we attract income, this will be shared out accordingly.
Please read the "Guidelines and Eligibility" underneath before submission.

Guidelines and Eligibility

-Submissions must be original scripts, and the sole property of the writer(s).
-All ages are eligible.
-All entries must be in English.
-Scripts must be between 3 and 10 pages in length. No exceptions.
-You can submit up to 5 scripts.
-All entries must be submitted in a PDF format.
-Under no circumstances will substitutions of either corrected pages or new drafts of the entry script(s) be made. Scripts will not be returned.
-If a script becomes optioned, produced or purchased by another party between the time of submission and the closing date, that script will no longer be eligible.
-Notify us if you are using a pen name; if so, mention your real name in the email so that we are aware.
-By submitting your work, you are giving Exton Productions Ltd. permission to produce, record and broadcast the work in a format seem fitting to them.
-Successful entries will be notified prior to production.

If you have any questions about the above, please contact: enquiries@extonproductions.com

The closing date for script submission is 13th June 2014
We look forward to reading your scripts! :D

Please send submissions to: scripts@extonproductions.com

An email will be sent acknowledging that we have received your entry, however, writers will be contacted, within 3 weeks after the closing date (13th June 2014), if their script has been selected.

Which radio station will this be aired on please?

If accepted, it will be broadcast on our own internet radio station which is launching later this year. Details will be advised later.

What demographic is your Internet Radio show aimed at?

Sketches between 3 and 10 mins?!

Our demographic is teenagers to adults.
And we are looking for sketches which will be 3-10minutes long.

Are you looking for family friendly material (no swearing, etc), or are you happy to accept material with a darker edge to it (including adult themes and swearing)?

We are open to any material you have to offer.
We have haven't specified theme to the scripts as we don't want to create any restrictions for writers.
We look forward to reading anything you may have!

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