Event Description
Monday, April 7
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (PST)
Virtual Event via Zoom
WPN Members FREE, Nonmember $20
Join WPN for an engaging and hilarious panel discussion on humor writing. This insightful evening gives you a chance to learn from accomplished writers in the business and take your humor writing to the next level. Moderated by Mark Miller, it features a powerhouse lineup of comedy professionals who have written for TV, film, stand-up, magazines, books, and more.
Our expert panelists will share:
- The range of paid opportunities for humor writers – from freelancing to full-time gigs
- Common pitfalls to avoid, including industry red flags and submission mistakes
- Essential resources, writing communities, and networking hubs to break into the field
- Strategies for refining your comedic voice and pitching your work to editors, agents, and producers
This panel features some of the sharpest minds in humor writing:
- Shelly Goldstein – Award-winning TV and stage writer for major stars
- Mark Evanier – Comic book and TV writer with a legendary career in comedy
- David Misch – Comedy veteran with credits on Mork & Mindy, Saturday Night Live, and The Muppets Take Manhattan
- Ellen Sandler – Emmy-nominated Everybody Loves Raymond writer and TV industry expert
- Ellis Weiner – Satirist and author with National Lampoon and The New Yorker credentials
Moderated by Mark Miller, a humorist and veteran TV comedy writer.
Whether you dream of writing for late-night TV, selling a humor book, or publishing a viral satire piece, this panel will equip you with real-world advice, sharpen your craft, and inspire you to turn your dreams into reality.
Explore the exciting world of comedy writing by Registering now!
Monday, April 7
6:00 PM (PST)
Virtual Event via Zoom
WPN Members FREE, Nonmember $20
