Comedy Writer
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Full Time Job
West Hollywood-based production company seeks a non-union screenwriter to develop the first season of a sitcom. The series is fully financed. The new writer will join a team of 2 assembled at our office in a typical writer's room set-up. Term of employment is 7-weeks or more, contingent on performance. The show will have an edgier comedic tone and is being developed for premium cable channel or streaming platform distribution, think ''Shameless,'' ''Insecure,'' and ''Catastrophe.'' Our story has themes about race and class so we're looking for a diverse writing team. Must be available to start immediately.
DUTIES
Collaborate with Executive Producers to realize their vision
Work as a team to generate ideas
Rewrite and polish scripts for the 8-episode first season of the show
Accept notes from executives and development staff
Meet deadlines
Able to share the workload with other 2 writers
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors or Masters degree in Film, Television, Screenwriting, or similar creative field
Organized, motivated, and able to work well under pressure
A strong grasp of story, character, and comedy
Witty sense of humor and able to generate jokes quickly
Los Angeles local, able to commute to the office for 50+ hours per week
Comfortable with shifting priorities
2+ years of professional writing experience