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Peter G.

Los Angeles, California

$60/hr
5.0
326 jobs

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.

  • Feature Writing
  • Movie
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Creative Writing
  • Comedy
  • Humor Writing
  • Video Commercial
  • Scriptwriting
  • Screenwriting
  • Screenplay
  • Final Draft
  • TV Screenplay
  • Story Editing
  • Synopsis Writing
  • Comedy Writing
Patrick S.

Cornwallville, New York

$50/hr
5.0
57 jobs

Here to help take your script or idea to the next level! With a decade’s worth of experience as a script reader for companies such as The Black List, Andrew Lauren Productions, The Donners’ Company, Coverfly, Shore Scripts, and many more, I bring extensive knowledge of scriptwriting to any project. Working in development has allowed me to understand what makes a project stand out and how to get it to the point of selling. Whether that be editing your project, providing feedback, or adding my own writing to your idea, I will be happy to be a collaborative partner and add complete professionalism from start to finish. Having spent a long period of my career in development, I have shifted my focus more toward my own writing. This has allowed me to see tremendous success in my own projects, with my psychological thriller, THRESHOLD, ranking in the top lists on The Black List for the genre. It has received glowing reviews, calling it “hard to put down,” “leaves us on the edge of our seats,” and one reader stated that “Because this script is so well written, it feels as if it could be a strong calling card for the writer.” Outside of my own writing, I have also helped numerous clients ghostwrite and punch up their scripts. This work has spanned all different genres and mediums, from noir to comedy to thrillers and dramas, including work in TV, Film, Podcasts, and YouTube. I am a highly adaptable writer and have the right experience to make any project stand out. Feel free to reach out anytime with questions about rate or turnaround times. Thanks for reading, and I hope to work together soon!

  • Social Media Marketing
  • Film Production
  • Creative Writing
  • Film Criticism
  • Writing
  • Scriptwriting
  • Script Coverage
  • Script Analysis
  • Proofreading
  • Writing Critique
  • Screenplay Treatment
  • Script Revision
  • Film Screenplay
  • TV Screenplay
Lucas W.

Findlay, Ohio

$20/hr
4.8
41 jobs

I’m a human-interest and feature writer who specializes in telling real stories — stories that go beyond an average interview and connect with people on a deeper level. Over the past 5+ years, I’ve written and interviewed athletes, coaches, professionals, business owners, and community members, focusing on the moments, struggles, and journeys that define who they are — not just what they do. Some of my interview subjects include: Hailey Hernandez (2020 Olympic diver) Neil Rampe (Major League Baseball trainer) Michael Davidge (champion weightlifter and Olympic hopeful) Cort MacDonald (Stanford baseball outfielder & MLB prospect) What sets my work apart is simple: I don’t just report — I listen. I know how to find the heart of a story, build trust with interview subjects, and turn real experiences into compelling narratives that resonate with readers. I also offer fixed-price interview-based writing packages through my Project Catalog, including human-interest profile articles, community impact profiles, and founder/business stories. These packages are designed for businesses, nonprofits, schools, teams, and organizations that want polished, people-centered content for their website, blog, newsletter, social media, or internal communications. Whether I’m covering a rising athlete, a founder’s journey, a community story, or a powerful personal profile, my goal is always the same: Tell a story that people actually feel. If you’re looking for writing that brings authenticity, depth, and emotional connection to your content — especially in sports, human-interest, profile, and interview-based storytelling — I’d be glad to work with you.

  • Feature Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Storytelling
  • Narrative
  • Biography Writing
  • Sports Writing
  • Sports Journalism
  • Copywriting
  • Article Writing
  • Content Editing
Hannah L.

Santa Monica, California

$355/hr
4.9
90 jobs

🔝 Expert Vetted Top 1% Upwork Screenwriter. My work has been seen on Amazon Prime Video, The BBC, Lionsgate, E! Entertainment, Village Roadshow Pictures, Summit Entertainment, Tubi, and distributed internationally by Vertical Entertainment and more. I co-run a film studio with execs from Paramount, 20th Century Fox, Sony, and Lionsgate, having managed over $4B in global film and television revenue. I am the Script Writer, Film Writer, TV Writer, Pitch Deck Writer, Experienced Script Doctor and Producer working on our current slate of shows and films. As a top-tier Expert Vetted screenwriter, script writer, screenplay writer, and adaptation writer, I connect client projects with TV executives and film producers at Netflix, CBS, Paramount, Bad Robot, Imagine Entertainment, Bazmark Films, and BAFTA-nominated teams. Currently, our Neo-Western drama, BREAKER, streams on Amazon Prime Video; the British drama, HOMELESS ASHES, captivates global audiences. ❝ Hannah and her team delivered well beyond expectations on all levels of the project. Their ability to quickly understand the TV series concept, themes, and characters, plus their script editing, script writing, and script doctor expertise, helped elevate our pilot and pitch deck to the next level. Highly talented, professional, responsive, and a great collaborator. Truly a 5-star experience. ❞ 🗣 Executive Producer Mark Howie – 7-season TV series CRUDE ❝ Hannah and her team delivered well beyond anything I imagined. She was very professional, responsive and the work she delivered was top notch. If you are looking for someone to write a world-class screenplay or TV script, look no further. I highly recommend her and her team. ❞ 🗣 Kurt Piggot MD – Burned Out bestselling Amazon author Clients trust me as a professional screenwriter, reliable script writer, skilled screenplay writer, trusted film writer, creative TV writer, versatile pitch deck writer, experienced script doctor, detailed script editor, collaborative story editor, book-to-screen adaptation writer, expert memoir writer, and ghostwriter. I specialize in true story adaptation writing and have ghostwritten screenplays for major clients in Disney's The Little Mermaid, Netflix’s Bridgerton, and Sony's Bullet Train. FULL-SERVICE SCREENWRITING, SCRIPT WRITING & ADAPTATION With over 15 years’ experience as a professional screenwriter, script writer, screenplay writer, and ghostwriter, I specialize in: -Feature film screenwriting, screenplay writing, film script writing, and expert script doctoring -TV script writing, TV pilot writing, TV series writing, TV show bible writing, and script consulting -Book-to-screen adaptations, true story adaptations, memoir-to-screenplay writing, and adaptation ghostwriting -Memoir writing, memoir ghostwriting, screenplay ghostwriting, and film script ghostwriting -Pitch deck writing, pitch deck editing, and investor-ready visual presentations for film and TV -Treatment writing, story editing, script rewriting, advanced script consulting, and screenplay polishing -Comprehensive script editing, story editing, and script doctoring for production-ready projects By working with me, clients access the highest standards in film writing, TV writing, screenplay writing, adaptation writing, memoir writing, ghostwriting, script writing, script editing, story editing, script doctoring, and pitch deck writing combined with real industry connections to top producers, distributors, and networks. RESULTS & CLIENT EXPERIENCE I have crafted over 100+ completed scripts including screenplays, film scripts, TV scripts, adaptations, memoirs, pitch decks, and TV series bibles many receiving global distribution, festival recognition, and studio interest. Clients consistently praise my ability to exceed expectations with professional screenwriting, script writing, thorough script editing, advanced script doctoring, creative story editing, true story adaptation, and memoir ghostwriting services, delivering polished, production-ready projects that always exceed their expectations and sell. SERVICES & SPECIALTIES Screenwriter | Script Writer | Screenplay Writer | Film Writer | TV Writer | TV Script Writer | Film Script Writer | Pilot Writer | Script Doctor | Script Editor | Story Editor | Adaptation Writer | Book-to-Screen Adaptation Writer | True Story Adaptation Writer | Memoir Writer | Memoir Ghostwriter | Ghostwriter | Screenplay Ghostwriter | Pitch Deck Writer | Treatment Writer | Show Bible Writer Let me bring your project fully to life as a Top 1% Expert Vetted Upwork Screenwriter, Script Writer, Screenplay Writer, Film Writer, TV Writer, Script Doctor, Script Editor, and Ghostwriter with deep expertise in adaptation writing, true story adaptation, and memoir writing. I will apply my professional screenwriting, script editing, story editing, pitch deck writing, and ghostwriting skills to help your screenplay, film script, TV pilot, or pitch deck reach the heights! Speak soon :D

  • Screenwriting
  • TV Screenplay
  • Film Screenplay
  • Screenplay Treatment
  • Screenplay
  • Scriptwriting
  • Film Production
  • Ghostwriting
  • Biography Writing
  • Biography & Memoir
  • Memoir Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • Pitch Deck
  • Storytelling
  • Humor Writing
Kaleigh F.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

$70/hr
5.0
15 jobs

Kaleigh has over 18 years of experience in both scripted and unscripted content. Her work has appeared on Apple TV, Amazon Prime, and Netflix, and she has collaborated with companies such as Hello Sunshine, NBCUniversal, and Orion Pictures—contributing across script, art, and production. A festival-winning filmmaker, she was named a Finalist at the 2025 Atlanta Film Festival for her pilot Work-Life Balance. She is also the founder of Bokeh Pictures, where she helps creators shape compelling scripts, worlds, and pitch materials. Kaleigh holds a BFA in Screenwriting, a BFA in Directing, and an MFA in Television Writing. While she has previously developed and taught courses such as Intermediate Screenwriting, The Indie Television Writers’ Room, and Production Assistant Workshop at Point Park University, she has recently worked as the Script Coordinator for Tom Segura’s upcoming feature, El Tigre, and for Dianna Agron's feature as Script Coordinator & Supervisor, for The Gun On Second Street. She has developed a wide range of projects across genres in Unscripted, Mystery, Comedy, Sci-Fi, RomCom, and Drama spaces, with a focus on life milestone stories exploring identity, mental health, and transformation. Kaleigh helps filmmakers and writers through her company Bokeh Pictures — develop pitch materials, scripts, and worldbuilding strategies that help creators let their creativity run wild. She has worked with novelists, playwrights, filmmakers, and YouTubers. She has worked in programs such as Final Draft, FadeInPro, Writer's Duet, Microsoft Products, Google Workspace, PDF, and more.

  • Feature Writing
  • Screenwriting
  • Editorial Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • Script Analysis
  • Script Coverage
  • Script Revision
  • Scriptwriting
  • Developmental Editing
  • Project Management
  • Pitch Deck
  • Pitchbook
  • Query Analysis
  • Film Production
  • Television
Swati S.

Los Angeles, California

$45/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I am a passionate, detail-oriented creative with a special interest in scripted Film and T.V. writing and development. I aspire to write for T.V. and feature films and be involved in development for the same. I'm a quick, creative problem solver with a knack for working on multiple projects at once. I was a finalist in the 2025 Disney Entertainment Writing Program. `

  • Content Writing
  • Writing
  • Proofreading
  • Copywriting
  • Ad Copy
  • Academic Editing

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