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Gags to riches: can comedy make you rich?
- Monday 18th September 2023
In this piece, we examine whether comedy can make you rich. The short answer is, "yes". The long answer is... rather more complicated.
Crafting Dreaming Whilst Black
- Friday 4th August 2023
Co-creator, writer, star and producer Adjani Salmon talks to BCG Pro about the making of his 2016 web series, Dreaming Whilst Black, and its journey through pilot to fully-fledged BBC Three comedy in 2023.
Video: Writers' Guild panel on comedy writing
- Monday 21st November 2022
A video of a Writers' Guild of Great Britain panel in which Lucy Porter talks to Lee Ridley, Jack Rooke, Amna Saleem and Steve Canny about topics including gaining a foothold in the comedy writing business.
Money: How much can you earn as a comedy writer?
- Tuesday 15th November 2022
Most comedy writers don't earn a lot... now feels a good time to talk about what sort of financial pressures and compensations you can expect as a professional comedy writer.
Kickstarter for comedy projects
- Wednesday 2nd February 2022
You probably know what Kickstarter is, but have you ever thought of enabling one of your comedy ideas via it? Here's a guide on how to launch a successful crowdfunding drive on the platform.
BCG Pro Sessions video: Christine Rose
- Tuesday 31st August 2021
What's it like in a TV panel show writers' room? That question, and many more, are answered in this 70 minute video recording of our BCG Pro Sessions interview with top gag writer Christine Rose.
BCG Pro Sessions video: Lily Williams
- Tuesday 8th June 2021
This video recording of our BCG Pro Sessions chat with top agent Lily Williams comprehensively discusses the topic of how to get an agent. There's also lots of insight into just what an agent does, how writers can pick up work, and more.
Comedians: how to start and grow your Patreon page
- Sunday 31st January 2021
Patreon can be a great way for comedians to make money. We talk through how to successfully launch a Patreon account.
Juggling comedy writing with a paid job
- Thursday 28th January 2021
Thinking about trying to juggle a part-time or full-time job with a career in comedy writing? We take a look at the options you have, and offer up some tips for getting the balance right.
Here is the news: you CAN make a living writing comedy
- Thursday 18th June 2020
Dave Cohen writes about making a living from comedy writing, and the benefits of learning how to pen topical gags.