I'm Gretchen Somerfeld, a detail-oriented screenwriter and freelance film professional with 12+ years of experience in dramatic storytelling, advertising, and brand messaging. I specialize in creating engaging narratives and sales-driven copy for on-brand campaigns, and I excel at delivering high-quality material on deadline in fast-paced environments. With a background spanning feature films, TV, and global campaigns, I bring persuasive writing, creative problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration to every project. I’m seeking a full-time remote or hybrid scriptwriter or copywriter role where I can craft inspiring narratives, support marketing goals, and drive client success.…

Gretchen Somerfeld

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I'm Gretchen Somerfeld, a detail-oriented screenwriter and freelance film professional with 12+ years of experience in dramatic storytelling, advertising, and brand messaging. I specialize in creating engaging narratives and sales-driven copy for on-brand campaigns, and I excel at delivering high-quality material on deadline in fast-paced environments. With a background spanning feature films, TV, and global campaigns, I bring persuasive writing, creative problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration to every project. I’m seeking a full-time remote or hybrid scriptwriter or copywriter role where I can craft inspiring narratives, support marketing goals, and drive client success.…

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I’m Gretchen Somerfeld, a detail-oriented screenwriter and freelance film professional with 12+ years of experience in dramatic storytelling, advertising, and brand messaging. I specialize in creating engaging narratives and sales-driven copy for on-brand campaigns, and I excel at delivering high-quality material on deadline in fast-paced environments.

With a background spanning feature films, TV, and global campaigns, I bring persuasive writing, creative problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration to every project. I’m seeking a full-time remote or hybrid scriptwriter or copywriter role where I can craft inspiring narratives, support marketing goals, and drive client success.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

SCRIPT WRITER, PRODUCER at Mosaic Moving Pictures
December 31, 2011 - Present
SCRIPT WRITER, PRODUCER MOSAIC MOVING PICTURES 2012 - Los Angeles-based writing, editing and production house for entertainment and advertising, consistently recognized for excellence in dramatic writing and brand mastery. Delivered award-winning screenplays, sales scripts, and brand content across diverse formats in both English and French. • Created distinctive video scripts, company profiles, blogs and sales letters, driving increased awareness and customer acquisition for startups and small businesses. • Developed and wrote feature film Secret Weapon, recipient of the Alfred P. Sloan screenwriting grant, TWL Screenwriting honor, a Zoetrope distinction and secure financing with Goldcrest Films. • Wrote and produced social media series My Move to Canada to promote author’s forthcoming novel, resulting in audience engagement and the early option of screen rights. • Successfully edited, developed, secured financing, and executive produced $38 million feature film Push, which secured worldwide distribution with Summit Entertainment.

Education

BFA in Film & Television at NYU Tisch School of the arts
March 6, 2026 - March 6, 2026
English Major/Photography Minor at Cornell University
March 6, 2026 - March 6, 2026

Qualifications

AWAI Specialized Training in B2B Copywriting
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026
CBC: Associate Director for National News
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026
xAI Intelligence Analyst Training in Creative Writing
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Education, Software & Internet, Other
    paper SECRET WEAPON, award-winning dramatic screenplay

    Shirking her responsibilities as an MGM star, sex symbol Hedy Lamarr has thrown herself into inventing a secret communication system that can help win WWII. Avant garde composer George Antheil has become her partner in science and a covert love affair has bloomed.
    Excerpt at https://www.twine.net/signin/screenwriting

    paper STREET TAX

    Nicky Scarfo, a vicious mob boss in 1980’s Philadelphia, has convinced himself that his young protege, charismatic Salvie Testa, is out to do him in. As Nick’s paranoia escalates, fear fills the streets.
    Please see excerpt at https://www.twine.net/signin/screenwriting

    paper Sales Video Scripts

    When creating characters for film & tv, I use the advertising strategy of putting myself in the customer’s shoes to see the world from their perspective. What makes them tick. What they desire. Their greatest fear. Same for B2B, but it’s my clients’ client. I’m an AWAI certified copywriter, and when I combine my storytelling skills and business acumen, I’m able to produce work that taps into my audience and drives them to take action.
    Samples at www.gswriter/copywriting

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