Story Works Shop
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Not For Profit Centre For Comedy Script Writing
Welcome to our central hub. Story Works Shop empowers emerging screenwriters, comedic minds, and filmmakers across Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario through structured workshops, table reads, and collaborative community resources. Create some art, together.
Learning Centre
Join workshops, writer rooms, and comedy script masterclasses tailored for all skill levels.
Explore Workshops →Writer Network
Connect with directors, animators, producers, and fellow spec scriptwriters across Ontario.
Join Network →Writer Portal
Submit your spec drafts for peer review, professional coverage, and live table read feedback.
Access Portal →About Story Works Shop
Bringing Creatives Together Across Ontario
A Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario based multi-disciplinary creative studio merging traditional storytelling with modern technology. We support filmmaking, documentary, animation, scripted television, and collaborative comedy script writing.
Non-Profit Mission
Dedicated to emerging screenwriters, comedic minds, and storytellers by providing accessible tools, educational programs, and hands-on mentorship.
Development Labs
From live table reads to structured script feedback, we guide writers as they take spec scripts from initial concept to production-ready pilot.
Cross-Disciplinary Hub
Connecting Sault Ste. Marie scriptwriters directly with directors, animators, producers, and actors across Sault Ste. Marie, to bring comedy projects from page to screen.
Want to get involved?
Join our growing community or explore upcoming educational workshops.
Learning Centre
Workshops & Masterclasses
Sharpen your comedic voice through structured workshops, collaborative writer rooms, and specialized scriptwriting masterclasses led by industry professionals.
Sitcom Structure 101
Master the 3-act beats of television comedy, character arcs, and scene pacing for 30-minute spec scripts.
Punching Up Dialogue
A collaborative lab focused on joke density, subtext, timing, and elevating draft lines in a live room setup.
Sketch & Satire Writing
Learn premise development, heightening game-of-the-scene, and writing topical comedy for digital media.
Free Comedy Script Library
Access famous comedy specs, WGA award-winning scripts, and formatting guides.
Join Story Works Shop
Free Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, SWS Filmmaking Membership
Register for a free membership account to gain access to workshops, submit scripts for feedback, and join the writer network.
Volunteer With SWS
Community Participation & Support
Help shape the Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario comedy writing community. Give back, gain hands-on production experience, and collaborate with creative minds behind the scenes.
Table Read Actor / Reader
Perform character roles in cold readings to help screenwriters hear dialogue and refine scene pacing live.
Script Reader / Coverage
Assist in reading member spec submissions and providing constructive coverage notes on premise and jokes.
Workshop Event Host
Help organize live table reads, writer rooms, and guest speaker workshops both online and locally.
Apply to Volunteer
Fill out your details below and we will contact you before our next scheduled event.
Screenplays & Resources
Spec Draft Archive & Formatting Standards
Study professional screenplay layouts, read studio comedy drafts, and access industry writing guidelines.
A curated repository of master screenplay drafts, award-winning specs, and industry-standard formatting guides.
Creative Network
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario Writer Directory & Collaboration Board
Connect, collaborate, and share ideas with Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario writers, directors, animators, and comedy creators across Ontario.
Script Writers
120+ Active Members
Directors & Producers
45+ Active Members
Animators & Artists
80+ Active Members
Recent Community Posts
Looking for a co-writer for a 30-min comedy pilot
Posted by Sarah M. • 2 hours ago
Monthly Script Feedback Exchange — Signups Open
Posted by SWS Team • 1 day ago
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario Writer's Portal
Dashboard & Script Tracking
Manage your active script submissions, track peer review feedback, and access writer room resources in one place.
Submissions
2 Active
Peer Reviews
1 Pending
Workshops
5 Attended
📄 My Script Submissions
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In Review
Untitled Sitcom Pilot v2.pdf
Submitted Oct 12 • Under Review
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Complete
Sketch_Comedy_Spec.pdf
Submitted Sep 28 • Feedback Ready
🛠️ Writer Toolkit
Creative Gallery
Visual Arts, Storyboards & Film Stills
Explore visual artwork, character designs, storyboards, and behind-the-scenes production stills created by members of our community.
Sitcom Pilot Visual Beats
Concept sketches and expressions for character development.
Art by Alex Rivera
Live Table Read Session
Cast and writers performing early pilot script drafts.
SWS Production Stills
Animated Short Sequence
Keyframe pacing and timing sequence for comedy animatic.
Art by Jordan Lee
Are you an animator or visual artist?
Submit your artwork to be featured in our quarterly comedy showcases.
Apparel & Merch
Support Our Non-Profit Mission
Support the non-profit comedy writing center with official Story Works Shop apparel, embroidered caps, and writer journals.
SWS Classic Crewneck Tee
100% soft ring-spun cotton featuring the original SWS script emblem.
Embroidered Writer Cap
Unstructured dad-hat fit with low-profile stitched logo.
Comedy Script Journal
Custom lined notebook with scene beat cheat-sheets inside.
❤️ 100% Non-Profit Proceeds: Every merch purchase directly funds script development workshops and table-read programs across Ontario.
News & Bulletin
Announcements & Event Recaps
Stay updated with the latest workshops, script callouts, member achievements, and community events across Ontario.
Winter Comedy Writing Fellowships Announced
Story Works Shop is launching a new fellowship program offering sponsored script development, mentorship, and table reads for emerging Ontario comedy writers.
Fall Table Read Series Wrap-Up
Highlights from our latest live script reading session featuring three original pilot specs from active SWS community members.
New Guest Speaker Joined SWS Panel
Industry veterans shared insights on pitching comedy series to Canadian broadcast networks and streaming platforms.
Subscribe to the SWS Bulletin
Get monthly script calls and workshop updates directly in your inbox.
Get in Touch
Inquiries & Community Support
Have questions about our comedy writing programs, script feedback, or partnerships? Send us a message below.
General Inquiries
info@storyworksshop.org
Location
Ontario, Canada
Community
Join our to connect directly with fellow writers.
Member Login
Story Works Shop Portal
Sign in to access your registered Story Works Shop account, manage script submissions, and view active peer feedback.