Screenwriter | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Screenwriters write the stories for feature films, TV programmes and computer games.

Working hours

Screenwriters typically work around 37 to 39 hours per week.

As a Screenwriter you will typically work freelance / self-employed.

* from ONETonline

Average salary
48,627 GBP *
per year

* data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)

Average salary for Screenwriter

Average salary for full-time Screenwriter

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48,627 GBP

Salary over time for Screenwriter

Pay for this role has decreased slightly over time

35,168 GBP
48,627 GBP
48,627 GBP
27,391 GBP

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Future outlook for Screenwriters

Balanced outlook

Fair outlook

-4% yearly wage growth (on average)

Balanced outlook

44% chance of automation in the future

Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Screenwriter and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

Find out which qualifications or skills you need to become a Removals worker

When you're starting out you may find it useful to take a college course to help develop your skills and understand dramatic structure. Courses are available in:

creative writing
scriptwriting

These are also often available as short courses in adult education centres and at some universities.

Get the right qualification to begin your journey to becoming a Screenwriter

Creative Writing

Screenwriter | Average UK Salary & Outlook

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