Hello everyone, do you know if co-authorship (two writers) for the script is accepted? Does it have any disadvantages for selling/pitching the script to industry? I mean, if no trying to get staffed on the show, but selling the script itself, could two scriptwriters instead of one represent the script? Thanks!
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Good question. I write with my two brothers and I wonder sometimes if the agents don't want to mess with dealing with a group. Any agents out there?
Sure, but I would advise against it unless your relationship is rock solid. Even then... the one time I did it turned into a horror show.
I don’t think it is a disadvantages for selling/pitching the script. If one of the screenwriters has a WGA Agent and or some good credits it could be an advantage. Two scriptwriters can represent the script.
Communicate all standards and practices before hand, as well as financial expectations (splits, bottom lines, etc.), credit, and expenses. Put it all in writing, a contract between you and your writing partners. Do this even if they are old friends or family. This removes any confusion in the future. Don't go by a handshake. Let me repeat that: DON'T GO BY A HANDSHAKE.
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There are many writing partnerships. No problem - but it's best to have a partnership agreement.
Since most of the work of a screenwriter will be assignments, selling the script isn't as important as working together on a deadline.
Thanks everyone for responding!