Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Writer-producer roles & credits · Working

Written by

Also called: writing credit

ELI5

A writing credit that may combine story and teleplay contributions, depending the relevant system.

Used in conversation

“Can we make the written by clearer in the season overview?”

Definition

A writing credit that may combine story and teleplay contributions, depending the applicable system.

Here “Written by” means: A writing credit that may combine story and teleplay contributions, depending the applicable system.

Pitch context

You may encounter this in a series pitch, pilot process, writers' room or commissioning conversation.

Why it matters: Explains how series are structured, staffed, commissioned, produced and released.

Caution

Meaning and consequences may change by contract, collective agreement, territory or law. This entry is orientation, not legal advice.

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