Female Writers Wanted For UKTV
UKTV is funding 10 treatments for new half hour comedies for either Dave or Gold by female writers.
From these treatments they are looking to commission at least three full scripts and hope that the initiative would lead to at least one series commission, and maybe more.
Pitches for Dave should be based on characters navigating the chaos, fun and messiness of life in their 20s. Scripts should aim for shared viewing with a mixed-gender cast that can be female led, and ideally low in concept. Authenticity and relatability are key, as are cultural relevance and emotional truth.
Shows on Gold need to have multi-generational, mixed-gender appeal for family viewing audiences, and tonally are similar to BBC Two and Channel 4. The average viewing age is 40 – 50 and whilst the character spread can be multi-generational, the heart of the piece will probably not be through the POV of the older characters.
UKTV intends to commission at least three full scripts and hope at least one will lead to a series.
To apply send topline ideas, no longer than 2 paragraphs, to comedy5050@comedy5050.com along with a 5 page writing sample. The deadline is 26th February.