Screenwriting for Web Series

BlockReel; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

BlockReel in Portland, OR is seeking a mid-level screenwriter for an independent web series. Compensation is $250/day for an estimated 10–15 days, with mostly remote work and occasional in-person meetings in Portland. The project blends a comedic thriller tone with grounded characters and sharp dialogue.

You will develop episode outlines, draft scripts, and incorporate feedback from the creative team. Prior episodic writing experience in comedy or thriller genres is essential, and you should

Qualifications

• Experience writing for episodic content, especially comedy or thriller genres.

Responsibilities

• Develop episode outlines for a 5–7 episode series.
• Draft scripts for episodes, refining through team feedback.
• Incorporate notes from creative team to align tone and pacing.

Skills

Screenwriting

Episodic writing

Comedy

Thriller

Tools

Final Draft

Celtx

Job description

Seeking a mid-level screenwriter for an independent web series, offering $250/day flat for approximately 10-15 days of work, primarily remote with some in-person meetings in Portland. This is for a comedic thriller about an unlikely group of amateur detectives who uncover a local conspiracy, blending witty dialogue with suspenseful plot twists. We're aiming for a fresh, slightly absurd tone with grounded characters. Responsibilities include developing episode outlines, drafting scripts, and incorporating feedback from the creative team. Experience writing for episodic content, especially comedy or thriller genres, is essential. You'll need access to your own screenwriting software, like Final Draft or Celtx. Please provide a portfolio or samples of your screenwriting work, particularly comedic or suspenseful material, demonstrating strong character voice and plot development. We anticipate script delivery for a series of 5-7 episodes, with principal photography planned for around December 12, 2026. This is a great opportunity to contribute significantly to an exciting upcoming project with a passionate team. We value clear communication and a collaborative spirit.

Budget Range

$250/day flat