How to Answer: How did you know you wanted to become a screenwriter?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Screenwriter job interview.
26. How did you know you wanted to become a screenwriter?
How to Answer
The candidate may discuss any previous careers or experiences they have had in their life that has lead to them wanting to be a professional screenwriter. The candidate may discuss who inspired them to go into the career in the first place, or why they believe they will be successful in this job.
Written by Christina Erne
Answer Example
"I knew I wanted to be a screenwriter when I was in college. I was studying journalism, but realized I preferred writing about fiction rather than true news stories. I began writing a series of short plays for my school, and realized that my creativity was never ending."
Written by Christina Erne