DESI SNL

🌶 WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We’re asking writers to submit one fully written sketch. Think of something that feels ready for the stage with characters, dialogue, and a clear comedic arc. This means a complete, readable sketch with dialogue, structure, and jokes - not an outline, bullet list, or partial draft.

(Just so there’s no confusion: we’re not accepting outlines or bullet-point lists. We want to see the full piece in your voice.)

In your sketch, we’re hoping to experience:

• A clear premise
• A developing game
• Thoughtful heightening as the sketch builds
• A satisfying button at the end

You don’t need to label these parts formally — they just help guide you as you write. If you'd like to use a template to write yours, feel free to use this one. We're holding an info session on December 16th if you have more questions about the submission.

🌱 OUR COMEDIC VALUES

Our show is rooted in a few guiding ideas:

• Humor that comes from insight, not cheap shots
• Punching up rather than punching down
• Satire aimed at traditions, systems, and norms not individuals
• A willingness to take creative risks and explore fresh perspectives

More than anything, we’re excited by sketches that feel specific, personal, and surprising.

📝 SUBMISSION RELEASE

Every submission should include a signed Desi SNL Submission Release so we can properly review and consider your work.

🚨 Please sign this release form and attach it to your submission.

✨ WHO SHOULD APPLY

Anyone with an interest in South Asian stories, satire, and comedy that pushes forward with love and curiosity. You don’t need prior sketch experience, just a point of view and an openness to play.

📬 HOW TO SUBMIT

Fill out this form and remember to include your Release Form.

🧡 JOIN US

Desi SNL is building a creative home for thoughtful, funny, community-centered storytelling. If you’ve ever laughed at something in our culture and thought, “This could be a sketch,” we’d be thrilled to see what you come up with.