Screenwriter Income Calculator
Estimate screenwriter compensation by format, experience level, credit type, and production budget scale.
How to Use This Calculator
Select the format (feature film, TV, streaming, etc) and your experience level.
Choose credit type (sole, shared, story by) and set the production budget.
Toggle WGA membership and whether rewrite or polish steps are included.
Review estimated compensation range, fee breakdown, and residuals estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do screenwriters make?
WGA minimums for feature films start around $80K. Mid-career writers earn $150K-$300K per script. A-list writers command $500K-$2M+ per project.
Why Use This Calculator
- Compare pay rates across film, TV, and streaming
- Factor in WGA minimums and experience tiers
- Include rewrite and polish step fees
- Estimate first-year residuals
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