Writer - ReelShort, Elastic Heart Studio (Contractor)

Crazy Maple Studio; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative media company in California is seeking a highly skilled Writer to produce engaging Reelshort Mobisode Series. The role requires strong creative vision and time management skills, along with collaboration with various team members. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in film or television production and a passion for romance storytelling. Responsibilities include creating episodes, providing feedback, and ensuring quality across projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Writer in film or television production with portfolio.
• Experience in the romance genre in film, television, or other media.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Create approximately 60-80 one-minute episodes per project.
• Collaborate with team members to develop storylines and themes.
• Maintain quality standards and overall creative vision.

Skills

Creative vision

Time management

Strong communication

Education

Master's degree in film, creative writing, or related field (preferred)

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Writer to join our team for the production of many Reelshort Mobisode Series with Elastic Heart Studio. As the Writer, you will be responsible for working with the Head of Studio and Head Writer to conceptualize projects and create 60-80 approximate one-minute-long episodes per project. This role requires a strong creative vision, time management skills, a genuine love for romance in media, and the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team of professionals.

Responsibilities

Production

• Travel (when necessary) to help facilitate productions. This includes being on set for 12+ hours/day, sometimes on weekends.

Creative

• Collaborate with writers, directors, and other creative team members to develop compelling storylines, characters, and themes for the series.


• Provide creative feedback and guidance throughout the production process to maintain artistic integrity and alignment with the series' vision.


• Ensure that each episode maintains consistent quality and adheres to brand standards.


• Reads source material (monthly) for projects.


• Write 1 ReelShort or interactive live action every 4 weeks. Work with Head Writer to implement creative feedback that adheres to our style and mission.

Team Leadership

• Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where team members feel motivated and empowered to excel.


• Be responsive to messages over DingTalk during work hours (9:30 am - 5:30 pm PST)


• Attend weekly team meeting


• Attend weekly meetings with Head of Studio and other leadership


• Attend any creative brainstorming or workshop meetings

Quality Assurance

• Maintain the overall creative vision and quality standards of Elastic Heart Studio projects.

Miscellaneous

• Must be able to sit at a computer and focus for extended periods of time, with breaks as needed


• This role will require flexibility and a willingness to take on new projects on short notice

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Writer in film or television production, with a strong portfolio of successful projects.


• Proven experience in the romance genre in film, television, or other media.


• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.


• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.


• Creative vision and the ability to implement constructive feedback from creative team members.


• Knowledge of the film and television industry, as well as the romance industry, including current trends and emerging tropes.


• Master's degree in film, creative writing, or related field preferred, but not required.


• Minimum 5 years experience required


• Please submit at least 3 writing samples with your resume. At least 1 must be romance.

Crazy Maple Studio, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.