Writer


 * Writer**
 * Screenwriters,** also known as **scriptwriters** or **scenario writers** are people who write/create a short or feature-length screenplay from which movies, television programs or video games are based.

Screenwriting is the fourth most powerful profession in Hollywood (behind studio executives, producers, and directors). Screenwriters are rarely involved in the development of a film. Sometimes they come on as advisors, or if they are established, as a producer. Some screenwriters also direct. Many scripts are sold each year, but most do not make it into production. When a screenwriter finishes a project and sells it to a studio or production company or producer, he or she often has to continue networking and push to have their projects turned into films or tv shows. If interest in a script begins to fade, a project can go dead.

Role in the Production Process Every screenplay and/or teleplay begins with an idea, and screenwriters use those ideas to write scripts, with the intention of selling them and having them produced. Every film ever made has had and requires a script; screenwriting is one of the first steps for developing a film.

Links to Other Roles After a screenwriter finishes a project, he or she pairs with an industry-based representative, such as a producer, director, literary agent, entertainment lawyer, or studio executive. These partnerships will often pitch their project to investors or others in a position to further a project. Once the script is sold the writer only has the rights that were agreed with the purchaser. A screenwriter becomes credible once their work is recognized, giving the writer the opportunity to earn a higher income.

Training Requirements Screenwriting is a freelance profession. No education is required to become a professional screenwriter but good storytelling abilities are required. Screenwriters are not hired employees, they are contracted freelancers. Most, if not all, screenwriters start their careers writing on speculation (spec), meaning they write without being hired or paid for it. When such a script is sold, it is called a spec script. What separates a professional screenwriter from an amateur screenwriter is that professional screenwriters are usually represented by a talent agency. Also, professional screenwriters do not work for free often; an amateur will often work for free and are considered writers "in training". Spec scripts are usually penned by unknown professional screenwriters and amateur screenwriters. There are a legion of would-be screenwriters who attempt to enter the film industry but it often takes years of trial-and-error, failure, and gritty persistence to achieve success.

OH&S There are no immediate risks that need to be noted for writing. Perhaps that you should be careful not to get a paper cut.

Impact of Technology and Industry Developments Writing is one of view occupations that are not greatly impacted by the advancing technology, the only thing that has changed is the speed in which one may type a story or distribute their work. Writing requires imagination which so far computers are yet to develop, so technology isn’t going to affect a writer as much as other professions. The growing industry demands new ideas for films every day, there is constant development and desires for interesting storylines, writers need to keep up with the ever changing desires of todays public and be able to write an interesting, compelling story that people will actually like.

Famous Persons Many successful screenwriters will take on additional roles in the film industry, for example David Mamet is an American screenwriter, as well as a playwright, essayist and film director. He is the award-winning author of numerous plays including "Oleanna," "Glengarry Glen Ross," "American Buffalo," "Speed-the-Plow" and "Boston Marriage." Mamet has written the screenplays for such films as "The Verdict," "The Untouchables" and "Wag the Dog." He wrote and directed the films "Homicide," "The Spanish Prisoner," "State and Main," "Heist" and "Spartan." In addition, Mamet has written the novels "The Village," "The Old Religion" and "Wilson."

The lord of the rings, a very creative and well done screenplay was not written by one person, it isn’t uncommon for that to happen either; Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Peter Jackson and Steven Sinclair wrote the script together.

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