Creative Executive and Script Editor who moves fluidly between story and systems—shepherding projects from concept through pre-production while building workflows and infrastructure to keep teams on track. Experienced across feature film development, script editing, project coordination, and production operations, combining creative instincts with strategic execution. Known for covering screenplays, books, and articles; writing and designing pitch materials; managing tracking grids and document systems; and providing editorial guidance on structure, dialogue, character, marketability, and emotional resonance. Strengths include stakeholder communication, talent/IP evaluation tracking, festival and acquisition research, and running day-to-day production operations.

Paula Cantillo

Creative Executive and Script Editor who moves fluidly between story and systems—shepherding projects from concept through pre-production while building workflows and infrastructure to keep teams on track. Experienced across feature film development, script editing, project coordination, and production operations, combining creative instincts with strategic execution. Known for covering screenplays, books, and articles; writing and designing pitch materials; managing tracking grids and document systems; and providing editorial guidance on structure, dialogue, character, marketability, and emotional resonance. Strengths include stakeholder communication, talent/IP evaluation tracking, festival and acquisition research, and running day-to-day production operations.

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Creative Executive and Script Editor who moves fluidly between story and systems—shepherding projects from concept through pre-production while building workflows and infrastructure to keep teams on track. Experienced across feature film development, script editing, project coordination, and production operations, combining creative instincts with strategic execution.

Known for covering screenplays, books, and articles; writing and designing pitch materials; managing tracking grids and document systems; and providing editorial guidance on structure, dialogue, character, marketability, and emotional resonance. Strengths include stakeholder communication, talent/IP evaluation tracking, festival and acquisition research, and running day-to-day production operations.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Development Executive and Script Editor at PG Entertainment (London)
August 1, 2024 - Present
Provided in-depth story analysis, edits, and notes for a diverse slate of projects. Led writers’ rooms and notes sessions to elevate scripts from inception to funding and packaging. Scouted talent and IP for future projects. Drafted pitch decks and materials to present projects to talent and investors. Conducted thorough research to ensure project authenticity. Introduced and managed slate tracking system and pipeline using project management software. Managed a small team of researchers and outsourced experts. Spearheaded publicity efforts with DDA to release film teasers at Cannes through Screen Daily and other media outlets. Liaised with talent reps.
Development Executive and Script Editor at PG Entertainment
August 1, 2024 - Present
Provided in-depth story analysis, edits, and notes for a diverse slate of projects. Led writer's rooms and notes sessions to elevate scripts and take them from inception, to funding, to packaging. Scouted both talent and IP for future projects and crafted pitch decks and materials to present projects to talent and investors. Conducted thorough research to ensure project authenticity. Introduced and managed slate tracking system and pipeline using task-management software. Managed a small team of researchers and outsourced experts and consultants. Spearheaded publicity efforts in conjunction with DDA to release film teaser at Cannes through Screen Daily and other media outlets, liaising with talent representatives.
Central Production Coordinator at Skydance
March 1, 2024 - August 28, 2025
Managed production calendar, department head diaries, invoices, expenses, and complex travel, serving as the right hand of the producer for all production and logistical needs. Served as key liaison between teams in Los Angeles, Madrid, London, and New York to ensure efficient communication and on-time delivery of assets. Updated production databases and drafted synopsis/character descriptions for pitches. Provided creative feedback in exclusive script note sessions for various cuts of the studio’s film and TV slate.
Screenwriter (Freelance) at Various Global Production Companies
March 1, 2024 - Present
Worked with global production companies such as Tiger Darling, Foe Films, and Liminality Media to develop and write several feature and short projects. Drafted treatments, one-pagers, and visually engaging pitch decks. Helped scout and procure option for a high-profile horror novel.
Freelance Screenwriter / Script Editor / Consultant at Foe Films (UK), Tiger Darling (Ireland), Liminality Media (USA), Blackbox Multimedia (UK, Europe)
March 1, 2023 - Present
Collaborated with global production companies to develop and write multiple feature and short projects. Drafted treatments, one-pagers, and visually engaging pitch decks. Helped scout and procure option rights, as well as other IP sources such as news articles and true stories.
Creative Executive and Script Editor at PG Entertainment
September 1, 2019 - March 1, 2024
Provides extensive coverage of screenplays, books, and articles. Analyzes story structure, budget, and marketability to support development decisions. Writes and designs original pitch decks for series in active development, providing administrative and creative support to executives. Runs tracking grids for festivals, talent, and acquisitions, and keeps slate information current.
Central Production Coordinator at Skydance (Los Angeles)
September 1, 2019 - March 1, 2024
Managed production calendar, department head diaries, invoices, expenses, and complex travel, serving as the creative right hand to the producer and head of Animated TV. Drafted synopsis and character descriptions for pitches and provided creative feedback in exclusive script note sessions for various cuts of the studio’s film and TV slate.
TV & Film Development Intern at Topic Studios
May 1, 2019 - August 28, 2025
Wrote and designed original pitch decks for series in active development, providing administrative and creative support. Wrote coverage for hundreds of screenplays, books, and articles, analyzing story structure, budget, and marketability. Pitched and analyzed acquisition proposals for various sorts of IP. Ran tracking grids for film festivals, talent, and acquisitions, maintaining grids for film and TV slate.
Development and Acquisitions Intern at The Weinstein Company
September 1, 2017 - August 28, 2025
Provided coverage on features, pilots, books, and other sorts of IP. Delivered administrative and creative support in a high-stakes environment.
Central Production Coordinator at Skydance
May 1, 2017 - March 1, 2019
Coordinates development and production operations across multiple teams and locations. Oversees writers’ rooms and revisions processes; provides editorial guidance on structure, dialogue, character, marketability, and emotional resonance. Supports talent packaging efforts through research, outreach, and communications with agencies to secure key project attachments. Tracks talent and IP via interactive grid systems. Writes and designs talent-facing pitch materials including presentations and story documents. Designs and implements development infrastructure and workflows, including interactive tracking grids, document management systems, communication protocols, and scheduling processes. Manages day-to-day production operations such as calendars, schedules, invoices, expenses, presentations, asset/archive management, high-volume email correspondence, and complex travel—adapting quickly to shifting priorities. Participates in invitation-only slate meetings and provides script feedba

Education

MA Screenwriting at The London Film School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
BFA Film and Television at New York University — Tisch School of the Arts
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
MA Screenwriting at The London Film School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
BFA Film and Television at New York University
May 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Minors in Producing and Business of Entertainment, Media, and Technology at New York University
May 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019
BFA Film and Television (Minors in Producing and Business of Entertainment, Media and Technology) at New York University
January 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019
MA Screenwriting Class at The London Film School
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services