Want to Work on a TV Writing Staff? Learn the Role That Keeps the Room Running
Script Coordinating 101 goes behind the scenes with the responsibilities every professional writer depends on.
"everyone wants to be a staff writer. But almost no one tells you that most staff writers started as support staff."
- Kevin Lewandowski
I didn’t grow up in LA. I grew up in Detroit. Actually, it's a small town outside of Detroit called Chesterfield. Detroit just sounds cooler.
In 2010, I packed up everything I had and moved to California. I didn’t know anyone. No connections. Just a relentless dream that I could be a TV Writer. My first job here? I worked at Disneyland.
This was key to getting my foot into the entertainment world. As I worked there, I kept writing. I submitted to contests, fellowships, and labs. I spent hours scouring forums and blogs trying to decode how people got staffed on TV shows. The one thing I learned is that there is a lot of bad advice out there.
It wasn’t until 2015 that I got my first real break: a job at ABC, not as a writer, but as a Writers’ Production Assistant for The Muppets. That’s when I started learning the truth no one talks about.
See, everyone wants to be a staff writer. But almost no one tells you that most staff writers started as support staff. Writers’ Assistants. Script Coordinators. People who sat in the room, took notes, managed scripts, and quietly became indispensable. It’s not glamorous. And it’s not easy. But it’s real.
Since then, I've worked for Studios and Networks like Netflix, ABC, Disney, Hulu, Sony, CBS, Paramount, and Nickelodeon. I have worked on shows like The Ranch, Doubt, Magnum P.I., The Thundermans, Why Women Kill, Jimmy Kimmel Live and many pilots with roles ranging from: Production Assistant, Writers' Production Assistant, Writers' Assistant, Post Production Assistant, Line Producer's Assistant, Producer's Assistant and finally the role that is knocking on the door of Staff Writer, Script Coordinator.
And here’s the part I wish someone had told me earlier: There is a path. It’s just not the one you hear about on podcasts.
That’s why I created Script Coordinating 101. Not to make promises. Not to guarantee anything. Just to share what I’ve learned from 10+ years working in television, watching how professional writers operate, and learning what it actually takes to contribute to a TV writing staff.
No one taught me this. I had to figure it out while trying not to get fired.
Now I want to help you skip that part.
Understand the Role Every Writers’ Room Depends On Before You’re Asked to Do It
Meet Your Instructor: Kevin Lewandowski
Kevin Lewandowski has spent over a decade working in television and years working in different Writers' Rooms on network, cable, and streaming shows. He’s done the work in the roles that actually keep the room running. Now, he’s sharing that experience with you.
He didn’t get his start through a credible film school or a fellowship. He learned on the job, and sometimes the hard way.
This course is everything he wishes someone had taught him before he ever set foot in a professional TV writers’ room.
Some Shows I've Worked On
Everyone Tells You To Write. No One Tells You What Job To Get
You’ve heard it before: “Just keep writing.”
But few people really explain how the TV industry actually works or what stepping-stone jobs even exist.
So you’re stuck trying to break in… without a map.
You keep hearing about roles like Writers’ Assistant or Script Coordinator… but what do they actually do?
And more importantly, how are you supposed to learn a job before you’re hired to do it?
Does this sound familiar?
- You’ve applied to contests and labs but haven’t gotten meaningful feedback or results
- You’ve never seen a production script with colored pages or locked revisions
- You’re confused about what a Script Coordinator even does, or if you could ever do it
- You’re worried you’ll finally land an interview… and freeze because you don’t know the workflow
- You feel like everyone else knows some secret you don’t
Here’s the uncomfortable truth:
Support staff roles are how most writers get their start in TV.
But they’re rarely taught because the people doing them are too busy doing the job.
That’s why I created Script Coordinating 101 a practical, step-by-step breakdown of what the role really is, what’s expected, and how to do it like a pro.
No BS. No filler. Just the information I wish I had before I ever stepped foot in a Writers’ Room.Introducing Script Coordinating 101
I built this course because I saw too many talented aspiring writers lose opportunities simply because they were never shown what the job really entails. In my 10+ years working on shows like Why Women Kill and The Muppets, I learned first hand that no film school or online resource truly explains the inner workings of a TV Writers’ Room support role. So I pulled together everything I learned and created this course to give you a clear, practical guide to the role of a Script Coordinator.
Script Coordinating 101 walks you through the entire role from mastering industry tools to organizing your work like a pro so you can confidently step into support roles that keep the room running smoothly.
You Get Lifetime On-Demand Access To:
Script Coordinating 101
Value: $500
A Comprehensive, Self-Paced Digital Course
8 concise modules (2.5 hours total) that break down the day-to-day tasks
BONUS: Final Draft Shortcut Guide
Value $47
Every hotkey you need to know to impress your bosses in the Writer's Room for easy reference.
Private Discord
Value: $100
A private Discord community where you can ask questions and get real-time support
BONUS: Script Color Cheat Sheet
Value $47
Colored pages can get confusing. Reference this cheat sheet to make the process easier.
Course Workbook
Value $199
A workbook you can follow along with and take notes to make sure you are getting the most out of this course.
BONUS: Folder Organization Guide
Value $47
A quick visual reference to help you organize every draft for every episode.
Ready to Learn the Job That Keeps the Writers’ Room Running?
You Get lifetime On-Demand access to:
Script Coordinating 101
Available on Mobile, Tablet, & Desktop$500 Value
This course was built to give you a clear, behind-the-scenes understanding of what Script Coordinators actually do and how to do the job professionally. Whether you’ve worked in a Writers' Room before or you're learning from scratch, this course is designed to prepare you with the tools and knowledge you'll need on day one.
Introduction and Course Overview
The basics on what the Script Coordinator role is and where it falls in the hierarchy or a writers room
Module 1: Final Draft: Templates & Elements
Learn the different elements that make up a script, as well as how to customize and set up templates
Module 2: Script Coordinating: The Process
Understand the basic workflow once a writer sends you a script to proofread
Module 3: Revisions
Learn what Revisions Mode is and why and how it is used to keep track of all rewrites that happen
Module 4: Table Read Drafts
Understand the importance of this specific draft and why it is different from the other ones
Module 5: The Production Draft
Understand how these drafts are ever evolving and why it is important to be able to keep track with "locking pages" and changing revision modes
Module 6: Distribution
One of the most important aspects of the role. Learn how to stay organized and why the distribution of scripts is different for every version of the script
Module 7: Organizational Secrets
Develop the best ways to stay organized with your drafts and create the professional habits you need to work in a Writers' Room
Module 8: Conclusion and Takeaways
Get some advice on ways to go about getting this job and why this linear path can be crucial for you to become a professional writer
Enhance Your Learning with the Official Course Workbook
$199 Value
The official course workbook is your personal guide to mastering the material and turning knowledge into action. Designed to complement every lesson, it helps you engage deeply with the course content and solidify your understanding.
Here’s what it offers:
- Interactive Learning: Take notes and answer key questions as you progress through the course, ensuring you stay actively engaged.
- Tailored Insights: Review targeted prompts and exercises designed to reinforce the most important lessons.
- Easy Reference: Organize your thoughts and have a structured guide to revisit whenever you need inspiration or clarity.
- Maximized Understanding: Gain deeper insights by reflecting on the material and applying it to your own writing projects.
This isn’t just a workbook—it’s your companion for transforming lessons into lasting skills.
Private Script Coordinating Discord Group
$100 Value
When you join Script Coordinating 101, you’ll get access to a private Discord community built specifically for people learning how TV writers’ rooms actually operate. This isn’t just a place to ask questions,it’s where you’ll stay sharp, stay connected, and stay accountable.
Here’s what’s inside:
- Real-Time Q&A: Ask questions about lessons, workflows, or industry expectations and get answers from the instructor and fellow learners.
- Peer Support: Connect with others serious about breaking into support roles, people who take the work as seriously as you do.
- Ongoing Guidance: Stay updated on best practices, software tips, and on-the-job insights that aren’t covered anywhere else.
Breaking into TV can feel isolating, especially when no one teaches you the job. This group ensures you’re not figuring it out alone. It’s a space to build confidence, clarity, and community—so you’re better prepared when opportunity knocks.
Bonus Material
These extras are designed to make your workflow faster, cleaner, and more aligned with what’s expected in the industry.
Final Draft Shortcut Guide
$47 Value
A printable guide to professional-level hotkeys and shortcuts so you can work faster and look like you’ve done this before.
Script Color Cheat Sheet
$47 Value
A visual reference for script colors when each revision is used.
Folder Organization Guide
$47 Value
My personal system for organizing files for a writers' room, so everything is where it needs to be when people are waiting on you.
100% Satisfaction or Your Money Back
If you finish this class and don’t feel prepared for the job of a Script Coordinator, simply email us within 30 days of your purchase, and we’ll refund your full purchase price. We believe in the power of the content, and if it doesn’t meet your expectations, you shouldn’t pay.
No guessing. No gatekeeping. Just a clear path to understanding the job.
Your Questions Answered
You don’t need to “fake it ‘til you make it.” You can walk in knowing what’s expected.
This Job Doesn’t Come with a Manual, So I Wrote One.
If you’ve made it this far down the page, chances are you’re serious. Serious about learning. Serious about contributing. Serious about being ready when the door opens.
I know what it’s like to move out here with no roadmap, no connections, and no clue what these jobs actually involve. That’s why I built this course, not as a shortcut, but as a guide.
Script Coordinating 101 is the resource I wish I had before my first day in a Writers’ Room. If you’re ready to take the work seriously, I hope it becomes that resource for you, too.
— Kevin Lewandowski
Michael is a screenwriter. He’s not in the position to hire staff, nor does he make any promises that taking his course or advice guarantees employment.
The only thing he does is share his experience. The rest is up to the student.
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