Career & Industry: From Blank Page to First Job

Writing the script is only half the job. This section tackles the career side of screenwriting—how to get started, where to find work, what agents and managers do, and how the industry actually works. Whether you’re breaking in or leveling up, this is the practical side of the craft.

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Agent vs. Manager Difference and Why Screenwriters Need Both

Agents for screenwriters typically focus on securing deals, including selling scripts and negotiating contracts, whereas managers offer broader career guidance, …
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What Does A Screenwriter Do? Job Roles of Writers in Gaming, TV and Film.

A screenwriter, also known as a scriptwriter, crafts screenplays for television shows, films, video games, and other audiovisual media. Screenwriters …
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What’s a Creative Pitch Deck + How to Make One (Free Template)

Getting funding for your projects and collaborators can be extremely difficult. Even if you’re looking to sell an idea, it …
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How To Copyright Your Screenplay And Protect Your Film Idea

The best way to protect your screenplay is to keep a journal of everything involving your script’s production and pitching …