Screenwriter

Placements24; East End (United States Virgin Islands); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Bonus potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a gifted Screenwriter to join their fully remote team, crafting narratives for films, series and interactive experiences from home. You will develop concepts, write dialogue and shape characters that resonate with diverse audiences.

Collaborate with producers and directors to adapt material for various formats, and conduct research to ensure depth and accuracy. You will meet deadlines and contribute to high-profile productions while enjoying flexible, remote work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Screenwriter with a portfolio of produced or highly-regarded spec scripts.
• Exceptional writing skills, with a deep understanding of story structure, character development, and pacing.
• Proficiency in screenwriting software such as Final Draft or Celtx.
• Ability to receive and implement constructive criticism effectively.
• Strong remote collaboration skills and self-discipline to meet strict deadlines for scriptwriting.

Responsibilities

• Develop original story concepts, treatments, and detailed screenplays for various projects.
• Write engaging and authentic dialogue, ensuring character voice consistency.
• Collaborate with directors and producers to refine scripts and incorporate feedback.
• Conduct research to ensure historical accuracy, thematic depth, or specialized subject matter.
• Adapt existing materials into compelling screenplay formats for film and television production.

Skills

Storytelling

Character Development

Editing and pacing

Remote collaboration

Tools

Final Draft

Celtx

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a gifted Screenwriter to join their fully remote team, contributing to innovative storytelling within the Arts & Entertainment landscape. You will conceptualize and develop compelling narratives, dialogue, and storylines for various media, including films, series, and interactive experiences. This role is ideal for a writer who can craft engaging plots and characters that resonate with diverse audiences. You will work collaboratively with producers and directors, transforming creative ideas into polished scripts, all from the comfort of your home office. This is a key position to shape the creative direction of our content.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop original story concepts, treatments, and detailed screenplays for various projects.
• Write engaging and authentic dialogue, ensuring character voice consistency.
• Collaborate with directors and producers to refine scripts and incorporate feedback.
• Conduct research to ensure historical accuracy, thematic depth, or specialized subject matter.
• Adapt existing materials into compelling screenplay formats for film and television production.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Screenwriter with a portfolio of produced or highly-regarded spec scripts.
• Exceptional writing skills, with a deep understanding of story structure, character development, and pacing.
• Proficiency in screenwriting software such as Final Draft or Celtx.
• Ability to receive and implement constructive criticism effectively.
• Strong remote collaboration skills and self-discipline to meet strict deadlines for scriptwriting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for bonuses based on project success.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-profile entertainment productions.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced industry professionals.
• Professional development support and resources for writers.