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Richard A.

Los Angeles, California

$85/hr
5.0
385 jobs

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.

  • Scriptwriting
  • Video Commercial
  • Creative Writing
  • Movie
  • Screenwriting
  • Script
  • Content Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Comedy
  • Writing
  • Comedy Writing
  • Joke
  • Humor Writing
  • Humor
  • Speeches
Steven D.

Los Angeles, California

$40/hr
4.9
38 jobs

As a dedicated and versatile scriptwriter, I bring creativity, professionalism, and nearly two decades of experience to every project. My specialty lies in TV writing, with a particular focus on animation, comedy, and children’s television. I’ve had the privilege of writing for some of the most beloved TV shows including the Emmy-Winning preschool series “Tumble Leaf” for Amazon Prime, “Lalaloopsy”, “Bob The Builder” for Nickelodeon, “Tom & Jerry” for Cartoon Network, and “T- Rex Ranch” for Moonbug Entertainment, the parent company that brought the world “Cocomelon”. In addition to children’s programming, I have experience with more adult-oriented film and television scripts, bringing the same level of storytelling expertise to every genre. My diverse portfolio also includes narrative podcasts for kids, story editing for e-learning puppet series, and writing indie features. Notably, I wrote and produced the gritty sci-fi cult comedy film “Bleak Future”. Whether you need a screenplay polished, an idea developed into a cohesive script, or a concept pitched to life, I’m here to help. My services include: • Feature Film Screenplays (Animated or Live-Action) • Book-to-Script and Biographical adaptations • TV Pilots • Outlines & Treatments • Pitch Bibles / Decks • Preschool & E-Learning Development • Narrative Podcasts • Producing With an Emmy nomination in TV animation and a proven track record of success across genres, I’m ready to help bring your project to its full potential. Let’s create something unforgettable together!

  • Creative Writing
  • Screenplay
  • Screenwriting
  • Narrative
  • Ghostwriting
  • Fantasy
  • Fiction
  • Animation
  • Copywriting
  • Children's Writing
Ryan O.

Los Angeles, California

$75/hr
4.9
216 jobs

Hi I’m Ryan, the go-to packaging strategist + scriptwriter for dozens of YouTube Creators. With years of experience in marketing, sales, a Master's in psychology, and a deep understanding of YouTube’s algorithm, I’ve helped creators from many niches build loyal audiences with content designed to hit all the right emotional and intellectual beats. Services: -Video strategy & packaging: title + thumbnail outlier research + ideation based on viral formats working on YouTube now. -Psychology backed scripts that fit your brand and tug on viewer's attention, optimized for retention Ready for your channel to go viral? Feel free to invite me and I'll send you my most recent scripts, and craft a unique strategy for your channel.

  • Klaviyo
  • SMS
  • Email Campaign Setup
  • Facebook Advertising
  • Email Copywriting
  • Digital Marketing
  • Email Marketing Strategy
  • Media Buying
  • Email Marketing
Wilder C.

Los Angeles, California

$25/hr
4.9
45 jobs

Hi there! 📝 I’m a professional writer with over 6 years of experience, writing viral YouTube/Instagram content, TV scripts, features, and providing feedback. I specialize in YouTube content driven by heavy research, addictive hooks, and thoughtful language crafted to boost audience engagement. I’ve written for Screen Rant, OMG Blast, Bad Things: True Crime, and other successful channels. I have experience writing content in the following genres: 🎭 Comedy 📚 History 🦁 Wildlife 🕶️ Entertainment news / Celebrity Gossip 🏀 Sports 🚨 True crime 🏢 Infrastructure (architecture, city planning) Amongst many others! In addition, I provide script coverage or general feedback for any script format. I have worked for NBCUniversal, MGM Studios, and Fremantle. My screenwriting has been recognized in industry competitions such as: - Spec script selected for 2024's The Stunt List. - Stage 32's 5th Annual Comedy TV Pilot Competition - Screencraft's 2021 Comedy Competition - Filmmatic Comedy Screenplay Awards Season 9. I work closely with every client to deliver professional-level writing that drives results. I have a collaborative spirit and strive to provide clients with the most friendly and meaningful experience possible. I’d be thrilled to work on your project!

  • Scriptwriting
  • Creative Writing
  • Screenwriting
  • Copy Editing
  • Fiction Writing
  • Ebook Writing
  • Short Story
  • Writing
  • Book Writing
  • Video Editing
  • Content Writing
  • Animation
Megan G.

Los Angeles, California

$90/hr
5.0
16 jobs

A writer and editor with a decade of experience in the entertainment industry, including working in the writers' rooms for STRANGER THINGS and THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY. I currently write for the hit podcast HEART STARTS POUNDING (2.1 million TikTok followers, 290k+ YouTube subs, 900k+ Instagram followers). My creative "bread and butter" is writing that infuses humor with darker themes and stories, but I'm drawn to all genres. I've written: thrillers, mysteries, true crime, comedy, romantic-leaning (just not quite capital R romance), and drama. Whether in my own writing or when editing another person's project, my strength lies in knowing exactly how to make people connect to a story through an engaging plot, true-to-life characters, and compelling writing.

  • Creative Writing
  • Screenwriting
  • Proofreading
  • Writing
  • Novel Writing
  • Podcast Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Ghostwriting
  • Copy Editing
  • Essay Writing
Megan S.

Los Angeles, California

$100/hr
5.0
51 jobs

I'm a content strategist, writer, and educator. I'm here to help with scriptwriting, curriculum creation, and crafting your brand story! I have fifteen years of experience writing and executing interactive lesson plans as a teaching artist. I have developed curriculum for children ages nursery-high school, and have also written lessons for adults and families. Examples of creative curriculum include comparing/contrasting biblical heroes to superheroes, summer camp creative writing classes, and a sketch writing course satirizing religious texts. As a scriptwriter, my comedy pilot, "Bible Park," was a Comedy Genre winner with the International Screenwriter’s Association, a Top 10 Finalist with the ISA genre-busting competition, and has placed on the Coverfly Red List. My sci-fi short "387" was the Grand Prize Winner in the 2023 Scriptation Features + Shorts Competition, and my sci-fi comedy musical "The Mad Scientist's Guide to Romance, Robots, and Soul-Crushing Lonliness" was a TimeOutNY Critic's Pick for the NYC Fringe Festival. I have written for the NBC Diversity Scene Showcase, Seed & Spark, Illogic Studios, and others. I have amassed more than 2.5 million views on YouTube, and have had comedy videos featured on CollegeHumor, Gothamist, The Laughing Squid, Elite Daily, HuffPo UK, and other notable sites. I have written and produced video content for Hillel International Spoiled Media, Hello Dot NYC, and social media content for PauseMeNot, PeachyMama, and others. I have written articles/interviews for the publications Reductress, Heeb Magazine, and The Forward.

  • Video Commercial
  • Screenwriting
  • Script
  • Humor
  • Comedy
  • English
  • Lesson Plan Writing
  • Lyrics Writing
  • Article Writing
  • Sales Writing
  • Short Video Ad
  • Video Production

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