Script Writer

A scriptwriter is a person who works on the storyline and scriptwriting for plays, movies, television, radio, podcasts, and documentaries. Scriptwriters organize the plot, dialogue, and sequencing of dramas or documentaries. Depending on the type of production, they also adapt or modify original stories, ideas, or published works.

Main Responsibilities

• Review the entire story, and research the background and setting of the story.
• Develop the style of the script based on discussions with the director and other team members.
• Convert the story into a script, create scenes, and write dialogues for various characters.
• Test/review the script.
• Present the final version for production.

Importance and Benefits

• As it is a creative profession, it offers the opportunity to give shape to one’s thoughts and imagination.
• Provides a platform to showcase one’s creativity and presentation to the public.

Required Skills

• Primary potential: Language proficiency
• Secondary potential: Personal attributes

Preferred Qualification

• Completion of Grade 12 (option)

Career Path

• 1-year diploma in scriptwriting

Work Areas

• Film studios, publishing houses, television, theatre, and radio companies

Career Development Path

• Documentary Producer
• Documentary/Film Director

Initial Monthly Income

• NPR 12,000–17,000

  Note: This diploma course is offered under Kathmandu University, not under CTEVT.