screenwriter

[skriːnˈraɪtə(r)]

screenwriter Definition

a person who writes screenplays for films or television.

Using screenwriter: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "screenwriter" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The screenwriter won an award for his work on the film.

  • Example

    She is a successful screenwriter, having written scripts for several popular TV shows.

  • Example

    The studio hired a new screenwriter to work on the project.

screenwriter Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for screenwriter

Phrases with screenwriter

  • a screenwriter who is self-employed and works on a project-by-project basis

    Example

    As a freelance screenwriter, she has worked on a variety of projects for different studios.

  • screenwriter's block

    a condition where a screenwriter is unable to come up with new ideas or complete a script

    Example

    After months of struggling with screenwriter's block, he finally found inspiration for his next project.

  • screenwriter's guild

    a professional organization for screenwriters that provides resources, support, and advocacy

    Example

    She joined the screenwriter's guild to connect with other writers and learn more about the industry.

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Summary: screenwriter in Brief

A 'screenwriter' [skriːnˈraɪtə(r)] is a person who writes screenplays for films or television. They are responsible for creating the story, characters, and dialogue that make up a movie or TV show. A 'freelance screenwriter' is self-employed and works on a project-by-project basis, while 'screenwriter's block' is a condition where a screenwriter is unable to come up with new ideas or complete a script. The 'screenwriter's guild' is a professional organization for screenwriters that provides resources, support, and advocacy.

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