How do I become a story editor for film and television scripts?

Question by Mike Stone: How do I become a story editor for film and television scripts?
What qualifications do I need?
What is the job like? Is it office or home based?

Thank you.

Best answer:

Answer by Sybil
Depends what country you’re in. In the UK and Ireland you do not need a qualification, just job specific skills. It is generally production company office based. Many script editors/ development executives start out working in an entry level position in the office while expressing an interest in the development department and get in that way.

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