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How Much Do Screenwriters Get Paid?

People often ask me, "How do I break into Hollywood?" as their number one question…

Seth SherwoodAugust 20, 2024

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2024 Launch Pad Prose Competition Top 50

Listed below are the Top 50 of the 2024 Launch Pad Prose Competition. Congratulations to…

tblaunchpadAugust 16, 2024

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What Does a Writer Do On Set?

If you were paying attention during last year’s Writers Guild of America strike, you’ll know…

Seth SherwoodAugust 13, 2024

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You Broke In! Now What? A Screenwriter’s Guide to Crafting a Career

You’ll never forget it: the rush of hearing your first yes. You won the contest.…

Meagan DaineAugust 6, 2024

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Breaking Down a Screenplay Sale: What Actually Happens?

Just as there are many ways to sell a screenplay, many things can happen after…

Heidi LuxJuly 30, 2024

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How To Write a Big Movie on a Small Budget Like ‘Challengers’

Feature sales have been on the rise, but if you want to see your movie…

Emily JJuly 25, 2024

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You Have Great Opportunities, Regardless of What’s Happening in the Entertainment Industry

With so many headlines and internet pundits lamenting the state of the industry, it feels…

Emily JJuly 18, 2024

Contest Announcements

8th Annual Launch Pad Prose Competition Top 100

Listed below are the Top 100 of the 8th Annual Launch Pad Prose Competition. Congratulations…

tblaunchpadJuly 12, 2024

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11th Annual Launch Pad Pilot Competition Winners

Listed below are the Winners of the 11th Annual Launch Pad Pilot Competition. Congratulations to…

tblaunchpadJune 21, 2024

Contest Announcements

8th Annual Launch Pad Prose Competition Second Rounders

Listed below are the Second Rounders of the 8th Annual Launch Pad Prose Competition. Congratulations…

tblaunchpadMay 31, 2024

How Much Do Screenwriters Get Paid?

2024 Launch Pad Prose Competition Top 50

What Does a Writer Do On Set?

You Broke In! Now What? A Screenwriter’s Guide to Crafting a Career

Breaking Down a Screenplay Sale: What Actually Happens?

How To Write a Big Movie on a Small Budget Like ‘Challengers’

You Have Great Opportunities, Regardless of What’s Happening in the Entertainment Industry

8th Annual Launch Pad Prose Competition Top 100

11th Annual Launch Pad Pilot Competition Winners

8th Annual Launch Pad Prose Competition Second Rounders

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