Required Package Elements
Core Elements:
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Completed, polished script (with writer attachment)
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Director commitment (with deal memo)
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Key cast attachments (with LOIs or deal memos)
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Visual presentation materials (lookbook, mood boards, concept art)
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Comparable title analysis and target audience identification
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Complete story rights and chain of title documentation
Supporting Elements:
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Department head commitments (DP, production designer, editor)
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Shot list and visual treatment from director
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Preliminary schedule showing major production blocks
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Music strategy and potential composer options
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Initial VFX breakdown (if applicable)
Evaluation Criteria
The creative package is evaluated against the following criteria:
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Genre Alignment: Does the project fit within a proven genre with established audience appeal? (Horror, thriller, romance, etc.)
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Unique Perspective: Does the project offer a fresh take within its genre that differentiates it from similar titles?
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Talent Value: Do the attached creative elements (cast, director, etc.) add marketable value to the project?
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Demographic Potential: Is there a clear target audience with sufficient market size?
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Global Appeal: Does the project have potential to resonate in international markets?
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Artistic Merit: Does the project maintain high creative standards that reflect CO\\OP Studios' values?
Decision Protocol
The Greenlight Committee, consisting of CO\\OP Studios Sr. Members, Advisors, and Stakeholders leadership evaluates the package and votes to advance projects that meet all criteria.
Projects that show promise but have deficiencies in specific areas may receive conditional approval with clear instructions for necessary improvements.