Remote Sci‑Fi Thriller Web Series Screenwriter

BlockReel; New Orleans (LA); Remote; USD 55,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

BlockReel is seeking a Web Series Screenwriter for a Sci-Fi Thriller set in New Orleans. This entry-level role focuses on developing episode outlines, writing compelling dialogue, and shaping scenes while aligning with established arcs for a cohesive season.

You'll collaborate with the director and showrunner, bring a strong narrative voice to a psychological, tech-driven story, and showcase your short or web series writing in a polished portfolio. Remote work is possible.

Qualifications

• Portfolio of scripts or writing samples demonstrating voice and ability to build tension.
• Experience with sci-fi or thriller storytelling is a plus.
• Ability to work with tight timelines and evolving drafts.

Responsibilities

• Develop episode outlines for the season.
• Write compelling dialogue and craft scenes.
• Structure sequences to align with established arcs.
• Collaborate with director and showrunner on revisions and pacing.

Skills

Narrative writing

Dialogue writing

Story structure

Creative thinking

Tools

Final Draft

Job description

BlockReel is seeking a Web Series Screenwriter for a Sci-Fi Thriller set in New Orleans. This entry-level role focuses on developing episode outlines, writing compelling dialogue, and shaping scenes while aligning with established arcs for a cohesive season.

You'll collaborate with the director and showrunner, bring a strong narrative voice to a psychological, tech-driven story, and showcase your short or web series writing in a polished portfolio. Remote work is possible.