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# Reddit Mod Outreach - Execution Guide (April 27)
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**Quick reference for sending mod approval messages on Monday**
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## Send Schedule (April 27, 2026)
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| Time (PT) | Subreddit | Priority | Status |
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| 9-10 AM | r/Screenwriting | HIGH | ⏳ Send first |
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| 2-3 PM | r/Filmmakers | MEDIUM | ⏳ Send second |
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| 6-8 PM | r/Scriptwriting | LOW | ⏳ Send third |
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## Message 1: r/Screenwriting (PRIMARY) - Send 9-10 AM PT
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**Mod Mail URL:** https://www.reddit.com/message/compose?to=%2Fr%2FScreenwriting
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**Subject:**
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Request: Beta testing recruitment post for screenwriting tool
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**Message:**
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Hi r/Screenwriting moderators,
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I'm reaching out to request approval for a beta recruitment post I'd like to share with your community.
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What we're building:
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Scripter is a new screenwriting platform created by writers, for writers. We're launching a 3-week beta program (May 3-24) and looking for 100 serious screenwriters to test it out.
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Why I'm asking permission first:
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I know r/Screenwriting has rules about self-promotion, and I want to respect that. This isn't a typical promo post - we're offering:
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- Free lifetime Pro access (no catch)
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- Direct input on product development
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- Weekly 5-min feedback surveys
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- Bug bounties for critical issues
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What the post includes:
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- Honest comparison to existing tools (Final Draft, WriterDuet)
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- Clear beta requirements and expectations
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- AMA - I'll be in comments answering questions for several hours
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- No spam, genuine engagement with the community
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The ask:
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- Post date: May 3, 2026
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- Title: "Beta testing a modern Final Draft alternative - looking for 100 writers"
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- Full post draft available for your review
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I'm happy to:
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- Adjust the post to meet your guidelines
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- Provide any additional info about the product
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- Remove the post if it's not a good fit
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About me:
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I'm a screenwriter building tools I wish existed. Our team includes working screenwriters who understand the pain points of Final Draft's expensive, outdated software.
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Thanks for considering! I appreciate the work you do to keep this community valuable.
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Best,
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[Your Reddit username]
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[Your email]
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**After Sending:**
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- [ ] Log send time in tracker
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- [ ] Screenshot confirmation (optional)
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- [ ] Set reminder to check response April 30
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## Message 2: r/Filmmakers (SECONDARY) - Send 2-3 PM PT
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**Mod Mail URL:** https://www.reddit.com/message/compose?to=%2Fr%2Filmmakers
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**Subject:**
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Request: Cross-post for screenwriters in your community
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**Message:**
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Hi r/Filmmakers moderators,
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I'm reaching out to request approval for a cross-post that would be relevant to the screenwriters in your community.
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What we're building:
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Scripter is a new screenwriting platform, and we're launching a 3-week beta program (May 3-24) looking for 100 serious writers.
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Why this might fit r/Filmmakers:
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I know many filmmakers here also write scripts. This beta offers:
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- Free lifetime Pro access
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- Real-time collaboration (great for writer-director teams)
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- Direct input on product development
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The post:
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I'd like to cross-post from r/Screenwriting with a note that it's specifically for the writers in your community. Happy to tailor the message to fit your guidelines.
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Timeline:
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- Post date: May 3, 2026
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- I'll be available for AMA-style comments
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I'm happy to adjust the post to meet your guidelines or remove it if it's not a good fit.
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Thanks for considering!
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Best,
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[Your Reddit username]
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[Your email]
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**After Sending:**
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- [ ] Log send time in tracker
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- [ ] Set reminder to check response April 30
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## Message 3: r/Scriptwriting (TERTIARY) - Send 6-8 PM PT
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**Mod Mail URL:** https://www.reddit.com/message/compose?to=%2Fr%2FScriptwriting
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**Subject:**
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Request: Beta testing recruitment post
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**Message:**
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Hi r/Scriptwriting moderators,
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I'm reaching out to request approval for a beta recruitment post.
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What: Scripter is a new screenwriting platform launching a 3-week beta (May 3-24) looking for 100 serious writers.
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Offer:
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- Free lifetime Pro access
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- Weekly 5-min feedback surveys
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- Direct line to dev team
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- Bug bounties
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Post details:
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- Date: May 3, 2026 (or May 8 as follow-up)
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- Title: "Beta testing a modern Final Draft alternative - looking for 100 writers"
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- AMA-style engagement in comments
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Happy to customize for your community guidelines.
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Thanks!
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[Your Reddit username]
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[Your email]
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**After Sending:**
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- [ ] Log send time in tracker
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- [ ] Set reminder to check response May 1 (smaller sub, slower response)
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## Tracking Log (Fill In As You Send)
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| Subreddit | Send Date | Send Time | Response Date | Approved? | Notes |
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|-----------|-----------|-----------|---------------|-----------|-------|
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| r/Screenwriting | _____ | _____ | _____ | Y/N | |
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| r/Filmmakers | _____ | _____ | _____ | Y/N | |
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| r/Scriptwriting | _____ | _____ | _____ | Y/N | |
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**Tracker Location:** `/marketing/reddit-mod-outreach-tracker.md`
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## Follow-Up Schedule
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**April 30 (Thursday) - 3 days after sending:**
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- Check if r/Screenwriting responded
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- If no response, send polite follow-up
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**May 1 (Friday) - Approval deadline:**
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- Final day to get approval for May 3 posting
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- If no approval, consider backup plan
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**Backup Plan (if r/Screenwriting says no):**
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- Focus on r/Filmmakers + r/Scriptwriting
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- Adjust application target (100 → 60)
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- Consider Twitter/X push to compensate
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## Reddit Account Checklist (Before Sending)
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- [ ] Account is 30+ days old
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- [ ] Account has 100+ karma
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- [ ] Account has posting history (not empty)
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- [ ] Logged in and ready to send mod mail
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**Note:** If account doesn't meet requirements, use alternative account or adjust strategy
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## What To Expect
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**Response Timeline:**
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- r/Screenwriting: 24-48 hours (large sub, busy mods)
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- r/Filmmakers: 24-48 hours
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- r/Scriptwriting: 48-72 hours (smaller sub, part-time mods)
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**Possible Responses:**
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1. **Approved** - Great! Post as planned on May 3
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2. **Approved with conditions** - Adjust post per their guidelines
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3. **Denied** - Respect decision, move to backup plan
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4. **No response** - Follow up April 30, decide May 1
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## Files Reference
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- Full messages: `/marketing/reddit-mod-outreach-tracker.md`
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- Post draft: `/marketing/reddit-beta-recruitment.md`
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- Launch checklist: `/marketing/reddit-campaign-launch-checklist.md`
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- UTM tracking: `/marketing/reddit-campaign-utm-tracking.md`
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**Status:** Ready to execute April 27 (Monday)
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**Owner:** CMO
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