Feel stuck trying to move forward in film?
Evolve Spring is a season long programme for writers who are ready to stop overthinking and actually finish something.
While our development cohort is now closed for applications, we have TWO online workshops available to attend!
2nd Session (Character & World Setting): Sunday 31st May 11am - 1pm. 3rd Session (Pitch Decks and Collaborations): Sunday 7th June 11am - 1pm.
Your Questions, Answered
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Not at all! Whether you’ve never written a script or have a scribbled idea tucked in a notebook, this cohort is for you. All you need is curiosity…and maybe a cosy cup of tea
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Totally fine! Lots of people start Evolve with just a spark or a half idea. We’ll help you grow it into something real all without the overwhelm.
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By the end, you’ll have a short film idea or a developed script you can be proud of, plus the confidence and know-how to take the next steps. Think of it as your spring creative activity for yourself.
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No worries. The sessions aren’t recorded, but we’ll send you notes and prompts so you won’t miss a beat. You’ll still feel like part of the group!
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Start small with Level 1 (£35) if you just want the sessions and prompts. Want extra support? Level up later for script feedback, pitch help, or mentoring. Easy-peasy.
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Absolutely! Some people join to launch a career, some just to spark a little whimsy into their spring. Either way, it’s playful, practical, and supportive.
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Writing alone is…well, lonely. Having structure, guidance, and a encourage from our team makes it way easier to finish something…..and actually enjoy the process!
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About 2 hours per Sunday session plus a little extra if you want to play with your writing during the week. Totally manageable.
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You’ll leave with a project, a plan to keep developing it, and a 50% discount to submit to Women X 2026 Script Competition if your script is ready. Think of it as your spring creative adventure’s happy ending.
RP Evolve Spring Cohort 2026
WHAT RP EVOLVE SPRING IS?
Evolve Spring is a 8 week structured programme designed to take you from idea → finished project → next steps.
Inside, you’ll get:
Three Sunday live Script sessions
Structured script development support
Weekly writing prompts and check ins
Guidance on pitching and positioning your work
A space where you’re held accountable and supported
LIMITED SPACES so you get more support from our team, rather than another face in an endless zoom screen.
It’s an ideal time to hold some space for your creativity and focus away from distractions with warm and friendly support!
WHY THIS EXISTS
At Rianne Pictures, we created Evolve because we know what it feels like to:
Doubt yourself constantly
Feel locked out of the industry
Have ideas but no clear way forward
Evolve is the programme we wish we had when we was trying to find our place in film.
BY THE SUMMER….
Imagine by the summer you’re feeling:
You’re no longer “thinking about it”—you’ve actually made something
You can confidently talk about your work
You know what your next step is—and it feels achievable
That’s the shift Evolve is designed to create, and this is evidence by the 100’s of filmmakers we have helped throughout the years!!
WHY WRITERS LOVE EVOLVE
“I was part of the Writers Residency, and it was such a good time! The workshops and the activities were wonderful. Overall, it felt so good to be surrounded by women filmmakers all weekend, and you could feel how warm and fun the vibe was from the beginning!” - Abril Carpio Marion
“Had a whole day dedicated to developing our scripts and had the opportunity to pitch in front of an audience. They are super supportive, really genuinely care and want to see you do well.” - Sarah Dawes
“They did a brilliant job organising and I met such kind and wonderful people throughout the weekend, The Writer's Residency was a highlight, and I got to work through my script with other phenomenal writers.” - Misha Hassan
KEY DATES
Kick off date and 1st session: Sunday 12th April 11am - 1pm
2nd Session: Sunday 31st May 11am - 1pm
3rd Session: Sunday 7th June 11am - 1pm
Please note the RP Evolve Spring Cohort is for short film scripts only, not feature or TV pilots.
We’re also the team behind the top 100 film festival Women X…
With this cohort leading up to our 2026 Women X Script Competition, all writers taking part in this Spring cohort will receive a 50% discount to submit their script should they feel it to be ready, this will be available once the cohort completes.
Booking available via our website, please see options above, you may need to click on the cart icon (looks like a shopping trolley) on the top right corner of your screen, should you run into any issues just contact info@riannepictures.com or drop us a DM on instagram we’re @riannepictures
We’ve been supporting women in the film industry for over thirteen years now, However, there’s still a big short fall of creative opportunities for women in the industry and many remaining issues that affect career longevity, especially for those from working class backgrounds, in regions outside of London and for those with caring responsibilities.
Which is why we created RP: Evolve - our talent development programme, which welcomes applications for all ages, backgrounds and experience levels!
Through this RP Evolve since 2021 we have helped eight cohorts of writers and directors with training and mentoring to build their career pathways. With a personal focus on each creatives background, current situation and desired career goals. We’re all about creating comfortable growth that isn’t just ‘Move to London and get an agent’ (Greaaat advice, but how?!)
Doors close on April 12th!
