The industry is changing fast. We're not just keeping up—we're leading the way. So are our partners.

I'm thrilled to announce we just launched our Film + TV Comedy Screenwriting Contest in partnership with Pathfinder Media and director Todd Biermann (It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, High Potential)—featured in Deadline this week!

This partnership highlights a shifting trend in the industry: good IP can be found anywhere, and agencies no longer have exclusive control over which projects get packaged and sold. Crowdsourced IP can now compete with Hollywood at the highest level. After all, a good story can come from anywhere—and we've always believed that.

Recently In The Stage 32 Writer's Room

Last week, I had the pleasure of hosting Janet Jeffries from Lawrence Bender Productions (Pulp Fiction, Good Will Hunting, Hacksaw Ridge) during our weekly executive hour webcast. Janet broke down what the indie market currently looks like at the highest level, how to switch hats between TV and features, and why great writing still drives their business at Lawrence Bender Productions.

And speaking of the Writers’ Room — we’re excited to announce the membership now includes more opportunities, and more support!

Every week:

• 35-50 scripts get requested by executives
• 5-10 meeting requests lead to representation, attachments, and studio pitches
• 3,000+ executives are actively working on the platform

Recent wins?

• A writer’s script sent to Angela Bassett for consideration to act in and produce
• An A-list director/producer attached to a script found through an OWA—now shopping it to studios
• Atlas Management, Zero Gravity, and Marathon Management all signed writers we submitted for consideration

We’re adding 48+ paid Open Writing Assignments every month. Tangible opportunities with A-level executives.
But here’s the biggest change: We’ve added a dedicated team of development executives who advocate for you like a literary manager or agent would—reviewing your work, pitching you to the right people, and providing career guidance. No commission. Just support.All of this, plus dozens more perks exclusive to Writers’ Room members.

If you would like to join the Writers’ Room, access weekly events, submit to dozens of open writing assignments, and attend exclusive pitch tanks with industry executives- click HERE for a free trial!

This Week’s Exciting Announcements!

We're gearing up for the Austin Film Festival this week, and we'd love to see you there!

Stop by our booth during the festival, it's right next to registration at the Omni Hotel! We'll give you a Free Drink Ticket for your first drink on us at our-

12th Annual Austin Film Festival Rooftop Bash on Friday, October 24th, starting at 8:00 pm!

This year, the event will take place on the exclusive rooftop bar of the Speakeasy, which overlooks the Warehouse District and beautiful Downtown Austin! And because it is only a few minutes walk from the Driskill & Omni Hotels, it is right in the heart of the AFF action.

The event is FREE and open to ALL Stage 32 members, not just badge-holders.

Click here to RSVP for the 12th Annual Rooftop Bash!

New Comedy Screenwriting Contest!

Stage 32 has partnered with Mark Wheeler’s management company, Pathfinder Media, and their longtime director-executive producer client, Todd Biermann (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, High Potential), to launch The Stage 32 Comedy Pathfinder Contest, in search of the next great talent in comedy.

Click here to submit your comedy script now!

Halloween Pitchfest – Book Your Spot Now!

Our Halloween Pitchfest is happening this week with 15 executives participating! If you’re writing in the thriller, horror, or dark drama genres, this is your chance to pitch directly to producers and reps actively looking for material.
At our last horror pitchfest, three writers found representation with Zero Gravity, Marathon Management, and Shushu Entertainment. Don’t miss your shot!

Participating Executives:

Jonathan Barkan, Executive Producer (SKINAMARINK, ETHERIA)
Jonathan specializes in Feature Film scripts and is interested in Drama, Thriller, Action, Sci-Fi, and Horror.
Click here to sign up with Jonathan now!

Korin Williams, Producer/Manager, Kronicle Media Korin specializes in all genres of Feature Film & TV Scripts and is currently reading Drama, Comedy, Holiday, Faith, Action, Sci-Fi, and Fantasy.

Click here to sign up with Korin now!

Whitney Davis, VP, Hemingway Productions (Works with Disney, FX, Hulu, and Onyx Collective)
Whitney specializes in all genres of Feature Film and TV scripts and is currently reading Drama, Comedy, Horror, Erotic Thriller, SciFi, and Fantasy.
Click here to sign up with Whitney now!

Alex Pelham, Literary and Talent Manager, 831 Entertainment
Alex specializes in all genres for Feature Films and TV scripts and is currently reading Drama, Comedy, Horror, Thriller, Action, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, True Story, Biopic, and Animation.
Click here to sign up with Alex now!

Ty Leisher and Eric Brodeur, Partners, Exit 44 Entertainment (Works with Warner Bros., Sony, Blumhouse, Paramount, Sundance Film Festival, and Netflix)
Ty and Eric specialize in all genres of Feature Film and TV scripts and are currently reading Horror, Thriller, Action, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, True Story, and BiopicClick here to sign up with Ty and Eric now!

Sarah Al-Qatou, Producer & Creative Executive, Producer & Creative Executive for Rideback RISE (producers of IT & THE LEGO MOVIE) Sarah specializes in all genres of Feature Film and TV scripts and is currently reading Comedy, Thriller, Action, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Holiday, and Animation.

Click here to sign up with Sarah now!

Kourosh Ahari, Producer/Founder, Mammoth Pictures
Kourosh specializes in all genres of Feature Film and TV scripts and is currently reading Horror and Thrillers.
Click here to sign up with Kourosh now!

Allie MacDonald, Producer and Actor (Netflix's WHAT/IF alongside Renee Zellweger)
Allie specializes in all genres in Feature Film and TV scripts and is currently reading Drama, Sci-Fi, Horror, Action, Fantasy.
Click here to sign up with Allie now!

Nicholas Bogner, Head of Literary / Manager, Affirmative Entertainment
Nicholas specializes in all genres of Feature Film and TV scripts and is currently reading Horror and Thrillers.

Click here to sign up with Nicholas now!

Royce Reeves-Darby, Director of Development, 87 North
Royce specializes in all genres of Feature Film and TV Scripts.

Click here to sign up with Royce now!

Julianna Ornelas, Producer, Worked at Apple, Quibi, Relativity, and Paramount
Julianna specializes in all genres and is currently reading Drama, Comedy, Horror, Thriller, and True Stories.

Click here to sign up with Julianna now!

Spencer Robinson, Manager (Works with Netflix, HBO, MAX, Amazon, Disney+, HULU), Art/Work Entertainment
Spencer specializes in all genres of Feature Film and TV scripts and is always looking for horror and thriller TV and features.
Click here to sign up with Spencer now!

Aengus McLoone, Producer & Development Executive, Antihero Entertainment
Aengus specializes in all genres of Feature Film and TV scripts and is currently reading Horror, Thriller, and Sci-Fi. Click here to sign up with Aengus now!

Liliana Granados, Producer, Alchemist Productions Liliana specializes in all genres of Feature Films and Television scripts
Click here to sign up with Liliana now!

Jennifer Patterson, Development Executive, Blumhouse Television Jennifer specializes in all genres of Feature Film and TV scripts.

Click here to sign up with Jennifer now!

Nat Topping, Creative Executive, Amasia Entertainment Nat specializes in all genres of Film and TV scripts and is currently reading Horror, Thriller, Comedy, and Drama.

Click here to sign up with Nat now!

Nadya Panfilov, Literary Manager Nadya specializes in all genres of Feature Film and TV scripts and is currently reading Female-Driven, Action, Drama, and Thriller.

Click here to sign up with Nadya now!

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to bring your projects to interested decision-makers who can help you move forward!

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