Hollywood Outreach Program (HOP) Winners

 

 

 

 

Celebrating Hollywood Outreach Program Winners

The Hollywood Outreach Program (HOP) connects winning writers with established producers, writers, and industry professionals through one-on-one educational conversations focused on story, craft, and professional development.

Each winner listed below was selected as that year’s Hollywood Outreach Program winner and participated in a guided discussion centered on their work, creative goals, and the realities of working in the entertainment industry. These exchanges reflect SWN’s commitment to access, mentorship, and meaningful industry insight for emerging writers.

 

 

2025 WINNER

  • Connie Mulqueen – “A Secret Turning”

 

 

 

2022 WINNERS

2022 HOP Winner Tymaine Clay (M);

Executive Producer, Writer and Author Steven L. Sears

in conversation with SWN President Melessa Y. Sargent.

 

  • Between the Cracks – Tymaine Clay

 

2022 HOP Winner Jay Hodgkins (R);

Executive Producer, Writer and Author Steven L. Sears

in conversation with SWN President Melessa Y. Sargent.

 

  • Happy Jack – Jay Hodgkins

 

 

 

 

2019 WINNER

2019 HOP Winner Kevin Jokipii (L);

Writer and Producer Joe Stillman

in conversation with SWN President Melessa Y. Sargent.

 

  • Kevin Jokipii ~ “The Rules of John Hughes”

 

 

 

These outreach conversations are part of Scriptwriters Network’s ongoing educational mission to support writers through access, mentorship, and professional insight.

 

 

Interested in Connecting with One of These Writers?

Scriptwriters Network is committed to protecting the privacy of our writers while fostering meaningful industry connections.

Producers, agents, managers, production companies, actors, directors, publishers, festival representatives, media professionals, and other industry partners interested in connecting with one or more featured writers are invited to complete our Industry Partner & Contacts Form.

The information you provide helps us match you with writers and projects that align with your interests and allows us to facilitate introductions in a professional manner.

Industry Partner & Contacts Form

After reviewing your submission, Scriptwriters Network will contact you if additional information is needed and, when appropriate, facilitate an introduction to the appropriate writer(s).

 

 

 

 

 

Disclaimer

Participation in Scriptwriters Network events, programs, contests, classes, and workshops is for educational and networking purposes only and does not guarantee employment, representation, or career advancement.