Never send a script until they ask for it. Send out well written,
compelling query letters.
A good query letter should be addressed directly to a specific
person - no “to whom it may concern” letters. It MUST be
grammatically correct with proper punctuation. Obvious? You’d be
surprised. State clearly what you’re selling, how long it is and
that it’s finished - no one wants to consider an unfinished work
from a new writer.
A killer, high concept log line. Seriously. If you can’t sell it
in ONE sentence they won’t be able to sell it in one sentence.
Your background. If you got nothing, maybe it’s best that you wait
until you do. But if you must jump in without any previous
experience don't mention high school writing and only mention
college experience if you won some awards or went to the same
college as the person receiving the letter.
Don’t state the obvious:
“I know this will be a big hit!” - every writer thinks their
script will be a big hit or attract top talent.
Don’t make claims you can’t back up:
“The current audience is clamoring for a story like this.” - “It
will change the way people think.”
Don’t mention statistics: The pros know more current info than
you.