We’ve all heard the lore – moving out to Hollywood, typing away at the next great American screenplay in a cramped studio apartment, and dreaming of one day seeing your name immortalized on the big screen. It’s a tantalizing dream. But just how realistic is it? Of the thousands of aspiring screenwriters who set out …
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Many aspiring screenwriters have heard the old adage that “it’s easier to win the lottery than sell a screenplay.” The glitz and glamour of Hollywood often obscure the immense challenges and obstacles involved in making it as a professional screenwriter. It’s easy to see why some view breaking into the industry as an impossible dream. …
Every aspiring screenwriter dreams of selling their script to a major studio and seeing their story come to life on the big screen. But actually getting your script sold is no easy feat. The industry is notoriously tough to break into, with studios and production companies receiving thousands of submissions every year. However, with the …
For many aspiring screenwriters, getting hired to write for TV shows, movies or digital platforms can feel like an impossible dream. The industry is incredibly competitive, with studios receiving thousands of scripts and pitches each year. In Los Angeles alone, over 50,000 movie scripts are registered annually with the Writer’s Guild of America (WGA). So …
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Dreaming of becoming a professional screenwriter in Canada? One of the most common questions aspiring writers have is: how much could I potentially earn writing scripts and stories for film and TV? Unlike in Hollywood, there is less open discussion around screenwriters’ salaries in the Great White North. Pay scales are usually not advertised publicly. …
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Coming up with the perfect character name is an art. The names screenwriters bestow on their characters can invoke certain impressions, set the story in a time and place, convey hidden meanings, and stick in the audience’s memory long after the credits roll. So how do writers who specialize in crafting screen stories devise the …
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If you have a great idea for a movie or television show, the first critical step is finding a talented screenwriter who can transform your vision into an incredible script. But skilled writing doesn’t come cheap. So how much does it cost to hire a screenwriter nowadays? The costs can vary widely based on the …
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Many aspiring creatives dream of succeeding in Hollywood as both a screenwriter and an actor. The idea of creating compelling stories and bringing characters to life onscreen is an alluring one. But is it actually possible to build dual careers as both a professional screenwriter and actor? The short answer is yes – with the …
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Dreaming of making it big as a screenwriter and earning a livable wage by selling your scripts to Hollywood studios? With the rise of streaming and peak TV, the demand for quality content has exploded. More aspirational writers are quitting their day jobs to pursue screenwriting full-time and cash in on the new “gold rush” …
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The lights dim as the anticipated blockbuster movie begins. The audience falls silent, gripped by the opening scene. The actor’s dialogue feels so real and organic. Midway through the film, viewers laugh at the clever comic relief that breaks the building tension perfectly. This is just what they hoped for when buying tickets to the …
Why Do Screenwriters Get No Respect? Understanding an Overlooked Art Read More »