It has not been easy out there for a lot of people recently. If you're a screenwriter or trying to break in as a screenwriter, the years since COVID have been particularly grueling. We had the strike, and "survive 'til 25," and it feels like Hollywood is still slow now, while it waits to see if Paramount/Skydance's merger goes through. I have been talking to a lot of friends and seeing a lot of posts online about people looking for side gigs to sustain themselves. Truth be told, I am always looking. In the past, I've taught courses, done some handyman things, and...done these articles. Today, I wanted to do a deeper dive to help other writers look for work. Let's dive in. Alternative Jobs For Unemployed ScreenwritersLet's get this out of the way: there's no shame in needing a second job or a primary source of income, and screenwriting on the side. No one in Hollywood really cares as long as your work is good. And so many people I know are driving for Uber, delivering food, or bartending, and I think everyone sort of gets it. But what kind of jobs are out there? Here's a giant list that I would use on LinkedIn or another site to see if there are openings around you. Leveraging Core Writing and Storytelling Skills: Copywriter: This is the ideal primary gig. It pays well and is creative. Here, you craft compelling content for advertising, marketing materials, websites, and social media. Your...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - 6 days ago