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As a seasoned Comedy Writer with over 20 years of diverse joke, script, and copywriting experience, I have a proven track record of finding the humor in any subject. Whether you need to punch up a script, deliver a toast, or make your webpage pop, I can customize funny to fit your needs.

If you're looking to draw in an audience with comedy or have your content really pop, look no further! I'm a trained comedy writer with over a decade of professional experience. I've written Funny Or Die originals, worked in house as a video writer at College Humor, The Disney Channel and Conde Nast, programmed content for a top YouTube channel (The Fine Brothers) and have written humor articles for The New Yorker and McSweeney's. I've also run a production company that focused on branded and commercial work. I consulted on the original Dollar Shave Club video that propelled the company from start-up to billion dollar valuation. As well as being Top-Rated, I have an Expert-Vetted badge -- awarded to the top 1% on the platform. I take my job seriously, work fast, and dedicate my full energy to making sure the best and funniest material is on the page.

- Did you or your kids watch "That's So Raven?" I was a writer on the show and came up with the iconic title. -Do you like Kathy Griffin? I’ve written for her. - Do you like Monty Python? I’ve written for Eric idle. - Do you like Louis Anderson? You've got the idea. My other writing experience includes stand up, sketch, and improv in New York, and Los Angeles. As a copywriter, I’ve worked for several agencies, writing scripts, ads and social media. So whether it's writing your script, punching it up, giving feedback on it, result-delivering ad copy, jokes for your standup routine, or a roast or toast for that big occasion, I'll bring my expertise and skills to get your job to the next level.

I'm an experienced, award-winning writer with a strong sense of story development, character, and comedy. I write punchy, well-paced stories with a positive focus. I have a degree in screenwriting from the University of Michigan, and have studied writing extensively at the Upright Citizens Brigade. I have worked in script development at multiple studios and production companies. I'm available for a wide array of writing and editing needs. I have strong proofreading and development skills and can assist at any stage of the writing process. Please feel free to reach out with any inquiries.

Specializing in comedy (screenplays, TV, Web) but also all other genres. 20+ years experience with Movies, TV, Script Doctoring, Pilots, Treatments, Bibles, Pitches, Synopses, Editing, Formatting, and Commercials.

Humor makes it more fun, doesn’t it? As a multi-medium comedy and freelance writer, I have extensive experience in a wide range of formats from longer form works like pilots, plays, short stories, articles, and features to comedic ad copy, web copy, video scripts, and email campaigns. **Before you continue reading, just wanted to let you know, I'm in the process of transitioning away from Upwork. If you're interested in working together, please consider reaching out to me through my website at www dot weslielechner dot com** From ad copy quips to punchy video scripts, I’ve worked with a variety of brands to hone their brand voice, engage with their audience, and turn dry info into converting copy. Additionally, I’ve used my experience as a storyteller to write podcast scripts for apps like BMOXI and short children’s stories for companies like Worldreader. My creative and screenwriting projects include the sci-fi comedy short film Eindis Ends It All (Taiwan Pitch), the musical satire Willy Wonka and the Weed Factory (Fremont Center Theatre), the web pilot Murder Roommates (WhoHaha, YouTube's Women in Comedy), and the fictional comedy podcast Private Detective Randy Randy (Stitcher Indie Pod Pick). In my spare time, I also write poems about the end of the world for my Instagram account @a.cynics.guide.to.the.end. As a writer, I’m most interested in collaborating creatively and least interested in taking myself too seriously. Let’s take your project to the next level! Can't wait to hear from you.