Draft:Jon Savitt

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{{AFC comment|1=The NYT pieces makes no mention of him, the others are what he wrote which cannot be used to establish notability. YouTube, IMDB, social media, etc. are not reliable sources should not be used. Read Your first article. S0091 (talk) 18:34, 28 April 2025 (UTC)}}

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{{Short description|American comedy writer}}

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Jon Savitt is an American comedy writer and screenwriter, best known for his work on Good Mythical Morning.

His work has appeared in outlets including [https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/soloish/wp/2016/05/19/be-unbreakable-dating-lessons-from-kimmy-schmidt/ Washington Post], [https://time.com/author/jon-savitt/ TIME], [https://ftw.usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/2024/05/20/anthony-edwards-charles-barkley-minnesota-comedian-bringyaass/73774378007/ USA Today], [https://www.nbcnews.com/think/opinion/hgtv-shows-fixer-upper-are-keeping-me-sane-during-coronavirus-ncna1194336 NBC News], [https://www.espn.com/nba/story/%20/id/40194144/minnesota-timberwolves-anthony-edwards-slogan ESPN], [https://www.vulture.com/tags/jon-savitt/ Vulture], and [https://funnyordie.com/2019/07/13/bad-dates-totally-suck-but-at-least-we-have-these-songs/ Funny or Die]. Savitt is known for his contributions across television, digital media, live performance, and publishing.

Early life and education

Savitt was born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota.{{Cite web |date=2022-09-06 |title=Want to get a career started in comedy writing? You don't need to move to New York or L.A. |url=https://www.mprnews.org/episode/2022/09/06/jon-savitt-teaching-highschoolers-to-write-comedy |access-date=2025-04-28 |website=MPR News |language=en}} He attended St. Louis Park High School, a school notable for alumni{{Cite web |title=THE COEN BROTHERS – St Louis Park Historical Society |url=https://slphistory.org/coenbrothers/ |access-date=2025-04-28 |language=en-US}} such as filmmakers Joel and Ethan Coen, who later became creative influences for Savitt. Bob Dylan, who attended Savitt’s childhood summer camp,{{Cite web |title=A 50-Year Friendship With Bob Dylan Starts at Jewish Summer Camp {{!}} Journeys: Jewish Living, Jewish Meaning |url=https://journeys.uscj.org/a-50-year-friendship-with-bob-dylan-starts-at-jewish-summer-camp/ |access-date=2025-04-28 |language=en-US}} also served as an early inspiration.

Career

Savitt began his writing career contributing to MTV and the comedy website CollegeHumor.

His comedic writing style, blending satire and storytelling, gained recognition from outlets such as Funny or Die, which described him as "one funny dude."

In addition to editorial and digital writing, Savitt's live performances have been featured at comedy festivals nationally.{{Cite web |last=Writer |first=Gabby Blair Jewish Press Staff |date=2021-08-23 |title=Omaha Comedy Festival Presents Jon Savitt |url=https://www.omahajewishpress.com/news/omaha-comedy-festival-presents-jon-savitt/article%2031c91a3e-0442-11ec-8b73-97da1ea5f157.html |access-date=2025-04-28 |website=The Jewish Press |language=en}}

In 2023, Savitt served as Head Writer for the comedy series Zach and Dapp. He also hosts the late-night comedy game show Never Too Late{{Cite web |last=Johnson |first=Sam |date=2021-07-20 |title=Games and Late-Night TV Inspire Local Comedian's Latest Show |url=https://www.minnesotamonthly.com/arts-entertainment/theater-dance/games-and-late-night-tv-inspire-local-comedians-latest-show/ |access-date=2025-04-28 |website=Minnesota Monthly |language=en-US}} and leads the Small Town Writers’ Room Initiative,{{Cite web |last=Warren |first=Peter |date=2022-04-29 |title=Jon Savitt returns to Minnesota to encourage young people to consider a comedy career |url=https://www.startribune.com/a-stand-up-guy-jon-savitt-returns-to-minnesota-to-encourage-young-people-to-consider-a-comedy-career/600169187 |access-date=2025-04-28 |website=www.startribune.com |language=en}} a free mentorship program for emerging comedy writers.

Viral "Bring Ya Ass" tourism campaign

In 2024, Savitt gained national media attention after creating a viral satirical reimagining of Minnesota’s tourism slogan based on Timberwolves Star Anthony Edwards.{{Cite web |title=Minnesota governor on Anthony Edwards' 'bring ya ass' rallying cry: 'It lit us all up' |url=https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nba/minnesota-governor-anthony-edwards-bring-ya-ass-rallying-cry-it-lit-us-up |access-date=2025-04-28 |website=FOX Sports |language=en-US}} The idea went viral online and sparked widespread conversation about tourism marketing, resulting in a feature profile in the New York Post and various national outlet and television coverage. The campaign was discussed by Shaquille O'Neal on NBA on TNT.

Writing style and influences

Savitt’s comedic voice draws from a blend of observational humor, narrative storytelling, and satire. His Midwestern upbringing and early exposure to influential figures like the Coen Brothers have also shaped his creative perspective.

Film and television projects in development

Savitt currently has three feature film projects in development. While specific titles have not been publicly released, his ongoing work spans scripted comedy and narrative storytelling, continuing his emphasis on blending humor with human-centered narratives.

Books

[https://www.harvard.com/book/9798852416612 Unreal Athletes: Sports Legends You’ve Never Heard Of (Because They Don’t Exist) (Author)]

References

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