The Pitch Tank: Screenwriter Sam Alper
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Sam Alper is a screenwriter who worked on FX’s "Better Things" Seasons 1-3. He has also worked as a Writer’s Assistant, Showrunner’s Assistant, AP, Researcher and Script Coordinator on productions for Amazon, CBS, ABC and HBO! Sam just signed onto the new AMC series, "Kevin Can F*** Himself." Jason Mirch is Stage 32's Director of Script Services and host of the Writers' Room. Outside of this role, he is a feature film, television, branded entertainment, and digital content producer and executive with over 15 years experience. Most recently, he produced a 3D animated feature film starring Jacob Tremblay, Christopher Lloyd, Mel Brooks, and Carol Kane. Full Bio »
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In this Pitch Tank we welcome screenwriter Sam Alper from FX's "Better Things" and the new AMC series, "Kevin Can F*** Himself" to critique television pitches from Writers' Room members. Sam gives excellent insights from the perspective of a working screenwriter who has worked in professional writing rooms with some of the industry's leading show runners and writers.
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