# Partnership Outreach Emails - Ready to Send

**Issue:** FRE-687 / FRE-690  
**Created:** 2026-04-26 17:20 PM  
**Owner:** CMO  
**Status:** ✅ Ready to Send

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## Target Partners (Priority 1)

### 1. Screenwriting Competitions

#### ScriptCraft Competition
**Contact:** partnerships@scriptcraft.io  
**Subject:** Partnership: Free Pro accounts for ScriptCraft finalists

```
Hi ScriptCraft Team,

I've been following ScriptCraft for years - the competition and resources you provide to emerging screenwriters is incredible.

I'm reaching out from Scripter, a new screenwriting platform launching May 7. We're building a modern alternative to Final Draft with:

- Real-time collaboration (like Google Docs for screenplays)
- AI writing assistant (optional, writer-controlled)
- Industry-standard formatting (WGA-approved)
- Free tier + Pro at $9.99/month

**Partnership Proposal:**

I'd like to offer ScriptCraft:
1. **Free Pro accounts for all finalists** (value: $120/year each)
2. **Free Pro accounts for winners** (lifetime, not just 1 year)
3. **Exclusive discount for contestants** (50% off Pro, $4.99/month)
4. **Co-branded webinar** - "Writing Tools for the Modern Screenwriter"

**What We Ask:**

1. Mention Scripter as an official tool partner
2. Include discount code in contestant welcome email
3. Optional: Social media post about partnership

**Why This Matters:**

Your contestants deserve professional tools without the $200 Final Draft price tag. We want to support emerging writers.

Interested in exploring this?

Best,
[Founder Name]
Founder, Scripter
[Calendly Link]
```

#### Nicholl Fellowships
**Contact:** nicholl@oscars.org  
**Subject:** Free screenwriting tools for Nicholl Fellows

```
Hi Nicholl Team,

The Nicholl Fellowships has launched countless screenwriting careers. I'm reaching out with a partnership opportunity.

I'm the founder of Scripter, a new screenwriting platform launching soon. We're offering:

**For Fellows:**
- Free lifetime Pro accounts (all 5 fellows each year)
- Early access to new features
- Direct line to our product team

**For Applicants:**
- 50% discount on Pro tier ($4.99/month instead of $9.99)
- Free tier with unlimited scripts (most applicants never need Pro)

**What We'd Love:**

1. List Scripter as a recommended tool on your resources page
2. Include discount code in applicant communications
3. Optional: Brief mention in newsletter

We're not asking for exclusivity or endorsement. Just want to support your mission of discovering new voices.

Would you be open to a quick call?

Best,
[Founder Name]
Founder, Scripter
```

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### 2. Film Schools

#### USC School of Cinematic Arts
**Contact:** cinematicarts@usc.edu  
**Subject:** Free screenwriting software for USC students

```
Hi USC Cinematic Arts Team,

I'm reaching out with an offer of free screenwriting software for USC students.

I'm the founder of Scripter, a new screenwriting platform. We're offering:

**For USC Students:**
- Free Pro accounts while enrolled (value: $120/year)
- After graduation: 50% off for life ($4.99/month)
- All features included (AI tools, analytics, collaboration)

**For Faculty:**
- Free lifetime Pro accounts
- Classroom integration support
- Custom templates if needed

**Why Free?**

1. We want to support film education
2. Students today are professionals tomorrow
3. USC produces the best filmmakers in the world

**What We'd Love:**

1. List Scripter as a recommended tool
2. Allow us to do a 30-min demo for students (optional)
3. Include in new student welcome materials

Not asking for exclusivity. Just want USC students to have professional tools.

Interested?

Best,
[Founder Name]
Founder, Scripter
[Calendly Link]

P.S. Happy to visit campus and demo in person if you're in LA!
```

#### UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television
**Contact:** uclatft@ucla.edu  
**Subject:** Free screenwriting tools for UCLA TFT students

```
Hi UCLA TFT Team,

UCLA TFT has produced some of the best filmmakers working today. I'd love to support your students.

I'm the founder of Scripter, a modern screenwriting platform. We're offering UCLA TFT:

**For Students:**
- Free Pro accounts while enrolled
- 50% off after graduation (lifetime)
- All features: AI tools, collaboration, analytics

**For Alumni:**
- 50% discount on Pro tier
- Free tier always available

**For Faculty:**
- Free lifetime Pro accounts
- Priority support

**Partnership Ideas:**

1. Guest lecture on "Technology and Screenwriting" (I teach this at [X])
2. Sponsor a student screenplay competition
3. Provide software for specific classes

We're based in [City], happy to visit campus.

Interested in exploring this?

Best,
[Founder Name]
Founder, Scripter
```

#### NYU Tisch School of the Arts
**Contact:** tisch@nyu.edu  
**Subject:** Partnership: Free screenwriting software for NYU Tisch

```
Hi NYU Tisch Team,

Tisch is legendary for producing incredible filmmakers. I'd love to support your screenwriting program.

I'm the founder of Scripter, a new screenwriting platform launching May 7. We're offering:

**For Tisch Students:**
- Free Pro accounts (all features) while enrolled
- 50% off for life after graduation
- Priority support

**For Kanbar Institute:**
- Custom templates if needed
- Integration with your existing workflow
- Onboarding sessions for faculty

**Why Tisch?**

1. Best film school in the country
2. Students deserve professional tools
3. We want to support the next generation

**What We're Asking:**

1. List Scripter as recommended software
2. Allow 30-min demo session (virtual or in-person)
3. Include in student welcome packet

Not asking for exclusivity. Just want Tisch students to have the best tools.

Open to a call?

Best,
[Founder Name]
Founder, Scripter
[Calendly Link]

P.S. We're also happy to sponsor a student award or competition if that's of interest.
```

---

### 3. Writing Communities

#### Stage 32
**Contact:** partnerships@stage32.com  
**Subject:** Partnership: Modern screenwriting tool for Stage 32 community

```
Hi Stage 32 Team,

Huge fan of what you're building with Stage 32 - it's the best community for film/TV professionals.

I'm reaching out from Scripter, a new screenwriting platform launching soon. We're building a modern alternative to Final Draft with:

- Real-time collaboration
- AI writing assistant (optional)
- Industry-standard formatting
- Free tier + Pro at $9.99/month

**Partnership Opportunity:**

**For Stage 32 Members:**
- Exclusive discount: 50% off Pro ($4.99/month)
- Free tier with unlimited scripts
- Free Pro accounts for Stage 32 moderators

**For Stage 32:**
- Affiliate revenue share (20% of Pro subscriptions)
- Co-hosted webinar: "Writing Tools for Modern Screenwriters"
- Exclusive early access to new features

**What We'd Love:**

1. Mention in Stage 32 newsletter
2. Include discount code in member resources
3. Optional: Webinar or demo session

**Why This Works:**

Stage 32 members are exactly who we're building for - working writers who need professional tools at fair prices.

Interested in exploring?

Best,
[Founder Name]
Founder, Scripter
[Calendly Link]
```

#### SimplyScripts
**Contact:** admin@simplyscripts.com  
**Subject:** Free screenwriting tool for SimplyScripts community

```
Hi SimplyScripts Team,

SimplyScripts has been the go-to resource for screenwriters for 20+ years. I'm reaching out with a partnership opportunity.

I'm the founder of Scripter, a new screenwriting platform. We're offering SimplyScripts members:

**For Community Members:**
- Free Pro accounts for active forum contributors
- 50% discount for all members ($4.99/month)
- Free tier with unlimited scripts

**For SimplyScripts:**
- Affiliate revenue share
- Co-branded landing page
- Sponsorship opportunities

**What We'd Love:**

1. Forum announcement about partnership
2. Signature line for moderators (optional)
3. Mention in newsletter

We're not trying to replace what members already use. Just want to offer a modern, affordable alternative.

Interested?

Best,
[Founder Name]
Founder, Scripter
```

---

### 4. Industry Organizations

#### WGA West
**Contact:** membership@wgaw.org  
**Subject:** Member benefit: Discounted screenwriting software

```
Hi WGA West Team,

I'm reaching out with a member benefit opportunity for WGA members.

I'm the founder of Scripter, a new screenwriting platform. We'd like to offer WGA members:

**For WGA Members:**
- 50% discount on Pro tier ($4.99/month instead of $9.99)
- Free tier with unlimited scripts (most members won't need Pro)
- Priority support

**For Guild:**
- No cost to WGA
- Optional revenue share for Guild programs

**Why WGA?**

1. Members deserve professional tools at fair prices
2. Final Draft costs $200, WriterDuet is $180/year
3. We want to support working writers

**What We'd Love:**

1. List Scripter as a member benefit
2. Include in WGA member communications
3. Optional: Demo at Guild event

Not asking for endorsement. Just want to offer value to members.

Open to discussing?

Best,
[Founder Name]
Founder, Scripter
[Calendly Link]
```

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## Outreach Schedule

| Week | Target | Contacts | Goal |
|------|--------|----------|------|
| Apr 28-30 | Competitions | ScriptCraft, Nicholl, Austin | 2 partnerships |
| May 1-3 | Film Schools | USC, UCLA, NYU | 2 partnerships |
| May 4-6 | Communities | Stage 32, SimplyScripts | 1-2 partnerships |
| May 7+ | Organizations | WGA, PGA | 1 partnership |

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## Follow-Up Schedule

**Follow-Up #1 (3 days after initial):**
```
Hi [Name],

Just floating this to the top of your inbox. Would love to explore a partnership if you're interested!

No pressure - just didn't want this to get buried.

Best,
[Founder Name]
```

**Follow-Up #2 (7 days after initial):**
```
Hi [Name],

Final nudge on this! We're launching May 7 and would love to have [Organization] as a partner.

If now's not a good time, no worries. Just let me know either way.

Best,
[Founder Name]
```

**Follow-Up #3 (14 days - break up):**
```
Hi [Name],

I'm guessing this isn't a good time. I'm going to close this file on my end.

The offer stands if you ever want to reach out. Free Pro accounts for your [students/members] anytime.

All the best,
[Founder Name]
```

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## Tracking

| Organization | Contact | Email Sent | Follow-Up 1 | Follow-Up 2 | Response | Status |
|--------------|---------|------------|-------------|-------------|----------|--------|
| ScriptCraft | partnerships@scriptcraft.io | ⏳ Apr 28 | - | - | ⏳ Pending | Ready |
| Nicholl | nicholl@oscars.org | ⏳ Apr 28 | - | - | ⏳ Pending | Ready |
| USC | cinematicarts@usc.edu | ⏳ May 1 | - | - | ⏳ Pending | Ready |
| UCLA | uclatft@ucla.edu | ⏳ May 1 | - | - | ⏳ Pending | Ready |
| NYU | tisch@nyu.edu | ⏳ May 1 | - | - | ⏳ Pending | Ready |
| Stage 32 | partnerships@stage32.com | ⏳ May 4 | - | - | ⏳ Pending | Ready |
| SimplyScripts | admin@simplyscripts.com | ⏳ May 4 | - | - | ⏳ Pending | Ready |
| WGA West | membership@wgaw.org | ⏳ May 7 | - | - | ⏳ Pending | Ready |

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## Success Metrics

| Metric | Target |
|--------|--------|
| Response rate | 30%+ (8/20) |
| Partnership commitments | 5+ |
| Student/member signups | 500+ |
| Co-marketing opportunities | 2-3 |

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**Status:** ✅ Ready to send  
**Next:** Start outreach April 28 (competitions first)  
**Blocker:** None - can send without scripter.app being live
