How Do You Become A TV Writer?
Do you long to become a TV writer? Have you wondered what sort of things you need to know to get you started? Follow this simple method to start your way to becoming a successful TV writer. • Research the current trends in programming by watching lots of first-run series, as well as reading Variety or The Hollywood Reporter. • Start creating general ideas for a show by brainstorming. You can write a concept, a full original script, or a “spec script”. A “spec script” for television is a sample episode written for a current television program. This gives creative executives a feel for your talent and may encourage them to request more original projects from you, or even consider you for a job as a writer’s assistant or staff writer. • Use some of the many online resources to find professional advice on the creation and formatting of concepts and scripts. • Start to write your concepts or stories as a full synopsis for proposal. • Get copyright protection for your writings. Also ensure t
