Content Script Writer
U.S. & Texas LawShield
Webster, TXThis was removed by the employer on 6/21/2018 5:37:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
Description
Work for a rapidly expanding video production department, who produces firearms-related content. Be a part of the solution, while educating gunowners around the country.
This position reports to the Content Production Manager.
Content Script Writer is a talented writer who excels at conceptualizing a high volume of creative material in the form of outlines, treatments, screenplays, scripts and other related documents. This writer will get the opportunity to work on a multitude of formats; which could include sales presentations, product/services promo, on-going training series, unscripted or documentary formats, branded content, scripted shorts and the list goes on.
Be ready to tackle anything that is put in front of you. Writer will be assigned projects, and will be required to work with Content Producer to create the best polished script possible, in a short amount of time. There will be review/notes processes at every stage of written material, as key stakeholders have a say. A final locked production-friendly shooting script; including all the standard location, scene description, wardrobe/props/set dressing information, as well as any camera, audio and graphics direction - is expected to be delivered on the specified date.
Team player a must. Assess and resolve creative issues. Achieve continuity between multiple projects while working against very aggressive deadlines. Actively maintain expertise in the latest styles and formats of content writing.
The ideal candidate will have a passion, experience or at least some rudimentary understanding of firearms, gun laws and or shooting sports as a hobby. This will only help perform the job better, and also better understand the content being produced.
Education
BA or BS in communications, art, film, broadcast, audio, media production, or related field (preferred but not required)
Additional Requirements
Must submit resume and short-form writing samples(pdf), that clearly demonstrates your script writing ability.
Key Qualifications
At least 2-5 years of screenwriting or otherwise writing shooting/production scripts for content production in short-form television, digital content, social media, and/or in an internal corporate media production environment
Strong understanding, experience and knowledge of television, film and/or digital video scripts
Proficiency with screenwriting software
Must be creative, highly motivated and action oriented
Must be able to take direction, adhere to a schedule and deliver in a timely fashion
Must demonstrate strong and creative writing techniques and thorough processes from start to finish
Be a project and time management superstar within a SUPER fast-paced environment
Be able to work within a team as well as work independently with minimal supervision, as needed
Must be able to take a concept, in the form of an outline or treatment of a project or series idea and creatively expand upon it, flushing out all aspects of what is needed to be on the page
Should have a deep understanding of at least some promotional storytelling, documentary formats, scripted stories as well as other types and formats of content; such as corporate, sales, legal, etc…
Must adhere to industry standard script formatting and guidelines
Desired Qualifications
Working knowledge of the television and film industry
Legal, sales or training content experience a plus
Prior experience writing for comedy a plus
Ability to anticipate and effectively communicate and solve practical problems or issues
Know-how and experience troubleshooting and solving production issues through creative elements
Strong emphasis on attention to detail
A passion for the creative
Experience, knowledge or a passion for firearms and/or shooting sports a Huge Plus these applicants go to top of the list!