Screenplay
A screenplay is the written script of a film or TV show, detailing dialogue, character actions, and settings, serving as the blueprint for the production.
Spec Script
A spec script is a speculative screenplay written without a contract or guarantee, used to showcase a writer’s skills in hopes of securing a deal or representation.
Teleplay
A teleplay is the written script for a television show, including dialogue, action descriptions, and scene directions, formatted specifically for TV production.
Writer’s Room
A writer’s room is the collaborative space where TV writers brainstorm, outline, and write scripts for episodes, often under the guidance of a showrunner.