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Tom Stoppard, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead (Act Two)[13] Screenwriter[edit] Main article: Screenwriter Screenwriters write a screenplay – or script – that provides the words for media productions such as films, television series and video games. Screenwriters may start their careers by writing the screenplay speculatively; that is, they write a script with no advance payment, solicitation or contract. On the other hand, they may be employed or commissioned to adapt the work of a playwright or novelist or other writer. Self-employed writers who are paid by contract to write are known as freelancers and screenwriters often work under this type of arrangement.

This was really a challenge for me. Just imagine, I am a scriptwriter, usually only working on scripts according to client requests, starting from concept scripts for television shows, soap operas, advertisements, or sometimes short films. I do my work simply with a laptop, mostly I do it at home, although sometimes I also come to the office to do some training for new writers, but not like this. This makes me have to deal with many people, staff and writers for sure. I also have to organize them so that office activities can run.

Sam briefed her teammates about the approach they had to make on their next show. It has been a month after the director contacted them as the writer for their next dramas. It was overwhelming to talk about, especially if they’re doing some reruns for the past few months. Sam liked to have an interval with the dramas she made along with her team. A month apart would do, since she does multiple dramas at once. It’s not always the head writer who came up with such unique ideas or even strong characters. Sam built those dramas with their heads, and she didn’t want to take the full credit of it all.

"You can't buy this stuff anywhere, Evelyn." "That's because I made it myself." He lined them up and looked at me. "Evelyn, since you're staying in town..." "The new show starts filming soon. I'm the lead writer," I said, zipping up my bag. "I've got things to handle." "That's not what I meant." He sighed. "The hospital needs someone to run the rehab wing. You're too talented to just be writing..." "Theodore," I interrupted. "I love my job. You don't need to fix my life."

It’s Sam. The only man I’ve ever loved. The only one I ever will love. So yes, not being able to go to Chicago and spend time with him influences my decision, along with catch number two. If the show gets renewed for a third season, I won’t be the main writer on it, basically because I’m too expensive and they’re giving me a very generous offer for seasons one and two. I’ll have to sign a nondisclosure agreement, and not tell anyone that the writers have taken over, and I’m not actually writing the show anymore, yet my name will still be credited as the main writer.

On the walk back she says quietly, “Maybe you need a job. Something that forces you to use your brain. You know, other writers can inspire you.” She is right. I hate that she is right, but she is. So when we get back home, I search for writing jobs. Content roles. Editorial roles. Anything that requires me to think like a storyteller again. I find one. A nice one. Good pay. Hybrid. I apply. The next day they message me for an interview.

"Because you bought me an expensive flashy car and... I don't think writers get that much, sorry to say." Seven chuckles. "Yea you're right, sugar. It's sad that writers work their asses off but don't get that much. But I'm not just any writer. I'm a screenwriter for a couple of TV series on N*****x. Now that's just not any other writer... We get insane money and I thought I could gift you for nursing my knee. You're too kind. Too much sugar I'm starting to feel diabetic... " I laugh." You talk alot, you know... "