How much does a Scriptwriter make in Los Angeles, CA? The average Scriptwriter salary in Los Angeles, CA is $66,032 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $57,687 and $76,208. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Scriptwriter Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $50,089 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $57,687 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $66,032 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $76,208 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $85,472 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
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A screenplay writer (also called screenwriter for short), scriptwriter or scenarist, is a writer who practices the craft of screenwriting, writing screenplays on which mass media, such as films, television programs and video games, are based....

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Leslie Lewis Consulting - Los Angeles , CA
Leslie Lewis Consulting is a management, strategy and marketing consulting company for music, film, television, and multimedia. We are seeking a qualified and well-organized self-starter to provide administrative support at an entertainment and music consulting company. This will involve heavy volume, scheduling and calendaring for a busy executive as well as research and the ability to meet aggressive deadlines. Aspiring musicians, producers, screenwriters and other creatives need not apply. Responsibilities - Maintain and coordinate daily schedule of President/Owner, including meetings and appointments, conference calls, executive travel, creating itineraries etc. - Manage day-to-day administrative operations and supplies, as well as administer and maintain expense reports, invoices, spreadsheets and project timelines. - Internet, trade journal and social media research. - Assist with compiling, editing, and proofing label copy and biographical materials. - Assist in the admin of var
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Jukin Media Inc. - Los Angeles , CA
**Writer, The Family Handyman, Streaming TV** Streaming TV Los Angeles, California Minimum Experience **Experienced** is a leading global media company that reaches hundreds of millions of consumers via our dynamic portfolio of media properties. We offer best-in-class insights and data-driven marketing solutions that reach engaged communities across food, home, lifestyle and wellness content; and now following our August 2021 acquisition of Jukin Media, a leading digital entertainment company, we also engage audiences across the pets, humor, and active lifestyle verticals. In all we reach nearly 100 million people globally, and we deliver more than two billion minutes of monthly video viewership across streaming TV and social media. See whats new at , , , , , , and . About the role: The Writer, Family Handyman, Streaming TV is a dedicated writer for the Streaming TV team supporting the Executive Producer, Supervising Producer and Sr. Director of Current Programming & Development in cre
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ATTN: - Los Angeles , CA
Who We Are: We’re a full-service creative shop born out of ATTN:’s purpose-driven mission to bring attention to the things that matter. We exist to build brands for the attention era. We accelerate growth for brands, putting them at the center of culture so they become the center of attention. We are a diverse group of entrepreneurial spirits, creative minds and makers and we’re lucky enough to work with some of the world’s most innovative brands and culturally connected brands. Okay enough about us, let’s talk about you. ATTN: is looking for a Producer to join our original content team in LA. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a fast-paced digital video environment. We’re looking for self-starting individuals who can juggle multiple projects and levels of involvement at once. This position will focus on short, informative editorial videos specifically for TikTok and Instagram Reels. Are you constantly scrolling your feed and thinking of fun ways to communicate complic
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Job Details Level Experienced Job Location Los Angeles - Burbank, CA Position Type Seasonal Education Level Not Specified Salary Range $2,600.00 - $2,600.00 Salary/month Travel Percentage Negligible Job Shift Any Job Category Education Description POSITION SUMMARY: The position of Residential Advisor/ Camp Counselor (RA) is a full-time seasonal position working with Teens (High School and Middle School aged campers, Ages 14-17) as they partake in the New York Film Academy's Summer Visual and Performing Art programs (Acting, Filmmaking, Screenwriting, etc). It is an overnight intensive weekday camp, with evening and weekend activities for longer term campers. All RAs live on site (hotel style in Downtown Burbank, California) and will be on call at all times to ensure camper safety and to assist with creating a structured overnight experience. Seasonal Live In Effective Date: 06/18/24 - 8/11/24 REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES: The following responsibilities are general duties that a part
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Yotta Games - El Segundo , CA
Senior Narrative Designer Why Join Us Yotta’s huge fanbase has helped turn us into a globally ranked game developer with offices worldwide. Despite our success, at heart we are still players trying to create exciting and engaging, never-before-experienced games. That drive to make games that we want to play is what animates our well-resourced, ambitious, creative team members. Working together in a supportive, open workplace and taking cues from our gaming communities, we create products that entertain the world. Responsibilities We are on the lookout for a senior narrative designer who could help us create a new criminal world for our AAA game project in the LA studio. You will be responsible for everything that relates to the story of the game, as well as working and assisting other departments and working together to make the creative ideas a reality. We invite you to apply for this role if you are looking to start an amazing journey with a group of game enthusiasts. What You'll Be
- 3 days ago
Yotta Games - El Segundo , CA
Senior Narrative Designer Why Join Us Yottas huge fanbase has helped turn us into a globally ranked game developer with offices worldwide. Despite our success, at heart we are still players trying to create exciting and engaging, never-before-experienced games. That drive to make games that we want to play is what animates our well-resourced, ambitious, creative team members. Working together in a supportive, open workplace and taking cues from our gaming communities, we create products that entertain the world. Responsibilities We are on the lookout for a senior narrative designer who could help us create a new criminal world for our AAA game project in the LA studio. You will be responsible for everything that relates to the story of the game, as well as working and assisting other departments and working together to make the creative ideas a reality. We invite you to apply for this role if you are looking to start an amazing journey with a group of game enthusiasts. What You'll Be D
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    Scriptwriter

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Senior Producer

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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