Screenwriting for Short Film

BlockReel; Nashville (TN); Remote; USD 22,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for Nashville-based future

Job summary

BlockReel in Nashville is seeking an entry-level screenwriter to refine a 10-page treatment into a full script for our independent drama Dust & Echoes. You will collaborate with the director, outline scenes, draft dialogue, and incorporate feedback through several revision rounds.

This is a remote role for the writing phase, with preference for Nashville-based writers for future collaboration; 3–4 weeks of focused work, compensation TBD based on experience, portfolio required (short script or

Qualifications

• Portfolio or writing samples showcasing narrative work (short script or scene excerpts)
• Strong sense of storytelling and character development
• Ability to write naturalistic dialogue and revise work based on feedback

Responsibilities

• Outline scenes and structure the treatment
• Draft dialogue for scenes and characters
• Incorporate feedback through multiple revision rounds
• Collaborate with director to align narrative voice with project vision

Skills

Storytelling

Character development

Dialogue writing

Revision process

Tools

Final Draft

Celtx

Job description

Our independent drama short, titled 'Dust & Echoes,' delves into themes of unspoken grief and reconciliation within a strained family, set against the backdrop of rural Tennessee. We're seeking a passionate entry-level screenwriter to help refine the existing 10-page treatment and develop it into a complete, compelling script. You'll be working closely with the director to ensure the narrative voice and character arcs align with the project's vision. Key responsibilities include outlining, drafting dialogue, and incorporating feedback through several revision rounds. We're looking for someone with a strong sense of storytelling, character development, and a knack for naturalistic dialogue. While no specific gear is required for this role, access to screenwriting software like Final Draft or Celtx is beneficial. Please provide a portfolio or writing samples showcasing your narrative work, ideally a short script or scene excerpts. This is a remote role for the writing phase, but preference given to Nashville-based writers for potential future collaboration. We anticipate approximately 3-4 weeks of focused writing and revision work, with compensation TBD based on experience. This project is a passion piece for our small crew, aiming for festival submissions in late 2026.

Budget Range

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