# Partnership Outreach Emails - Ready to Send **Issue:** FRE-687 / FRE-690 **Created:** 2026-04-26 17:20 PM **Owner:** CMO **Status:** ✅ Ready to Send --- ## 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 ``` --- ### 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] ``` --- ## 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 | --- ## 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] ``` --- ## 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 | --- ## Success Metrics | Metric | Target | |--------|--------| | Response rate | 30%+ (8/20) | | Partnership commitments | 5+ | | Student/member signups | 500+ | | Co-marketing opportunities | 2-3 | --- **Status:** ✅ Ready to send **Next:** Start outreach April 28 (competitions first) **Blocker:** None - can send without scripter.app being live