Pilot Screenwriter - Sci-Fi Thriller (Brooklyn, Hybrid)

BlockReel; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BlockReel seeks a mid-level screenwriter to draft a sci-fi thriller pilot from an existing treatment, working with the director to shape the vision and budget-aligned scenes.

The role requires 3–5 years of professional screenwriting experience, preference for pilot/short-form work, and a strong narrative voice demonstrated in writing samples or a portfolio. Location: Brooklyn, NY with remote work and in-person meetings.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional screenwriting experience.
• Experience with pilot or short-form narrative work.
• Sci-fi or thriller background is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft the pilot script from the existing treatment and beat sheet.
• Collaborate closely with the director to ensure creative alignment.
• Develop dialogue, refine character arcs, and craft scene descriptions that fit budget parameters.
• Manage writing schedule across a 6–8 week period starting in October 2026.

Skills

Screenwriting

Dialogue writing

Character development

Tools

Final Draft

Job description

BlockReel seeks a mid-level screenwriter to draft a sci-fi thriller pilot from an existing treatment, working with the director to shape the vision and budget-aligned scenes.

The role requires 3–5 years of professional screenwriting experience, preference for pilot/short-form work, and a strong narrative voice demonstrated in writing samples or a portfolio. Location: Brooklyn, NY with remote work and in-person meetings.