In-House Writer/Editor - Research & Development

Full Time Job
About Pocket FM
Pocket FM is a leading audio streaming platform where users can listen to audio content across formats like audio series, audiobooks, and podcasts. We are pioneering audio entertainment globally with a vision to build the largest audio OTT platform. With over 100k+ hours of content and 200k+ creators, we have one of the largest repositories of audio content.
Our mission is to give voice to stories from all around the world. Pocket FM has grown to 15 million MAL (monthly active listeners), spending an average of over 100 minutes every day. We are a Series C-funded start-up backed by marquee investors like Naver, Goodwater Capital, Lightspeed, Tanglin Venture Partners, and others.

Pocket FM is focused on writing excellence. We are responsible for the translation and cultural adaptation of everything Pocket FM has to offer to its users across the globe, from acclaimed licensed content to our original programming.
You will be responsible for all elements of the writing/editorial workflow, from creation to completion. The ideal candidate is a skilled and versatile writer who is an expert on entertainment in both traditional and emerging formats - we are particularly interested in writers who have proven proficiency in developing, writing, and editing world-class; long form fiction, audio series, television, and/or user generated content. Candidates with experience in LitRPG, Cultivation, and other related Progression Fantasy genres preferred.

A successful candidate is a highly motivated individual who works comfortably and autonomously in a fast-paced environment. Has a strong sense of craft and deep understanding of storytelling, narrative fiction, and web fiction. You have a demonstrated ability to manage priorities and projects and excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities:
- Produce 15+ hours of quality content a month
- Collaborate with lead writers and dept heads to adapt licensed content
- Experiment with challenging genres to crack approaches that resonate with local audiences
- Rewrite/iterate concurrent projects across multiple genres
- Create original content, incubate new original stories
- Oversee end-to-end adaptation/experimentation workflow and provide regular progress updates
- Manage multiple projects within the program
- Contribute to project kick offs & meetings with cross-functional groups for planning (production, talent, marketing, etc..)
- Support innovation initiatives like A/B Tests

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Writing, Language Studies, or International Studies
- 2+ years' experience in long form creative writing and editing, such as narrative fiction, line-editing, fictional content creation, or scriptwriting.
- Must be comfortable with rigorous editing, tight deadlines, and workshopping story with a team of writers and editors
- Flexibility and versatility as a writer whether the assignment is a drama, romance, fantasy, or action.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Independent and self-motivated working style

Strong preference for candidates who:
o Have understanding/experience writing for WebNovel, Wattpad, Royal Road, Radish, and similar web-fiction platforms.
o Fans of Light Novels, Webtoons, Chinese web-novels, Manhua/Manhwa/Manga, and similar Eastern fiction content.
o Bi-lingual (Mandarin)

Location: Anywhere (Remote working)
Term: Six Month Contract (renewable)
Salary: Dependent on Experience (3-3.8k per month)

*Please note that candidates will be asked to complete a brief writing exercise as a part of the application process?