We are seeking a talented, detail-oriented Screenwriting Assistant to support the development of an independent feature film. The ideal candidate has excellent English writing and editing skills, a strong understanding of professional screenplay formatting and storytelling, and experience writing original feature-length screenplays.
This is an in-person position at our Santa Monica office. Remote work is not available.
Responsibilities
* Assist with translating creative ideas, notes, and source materials into polished, natural English.
* Ensure scripts follow professional, industry-standard screenplay formatting.
* Proofread and refine screenplay dialogue, grammar, and overall readability.
* Provide feedback on story structure, character development, pacing, and scene revisions.
* Organize screenplay outlines, drafts, notes, and revisions.
* Collaborate with the writer/director while maintaining the project's original creative vision.
Qualifications
* Must have completed at least two original feature-length screenplays, whether produced or unproduced.
* Excellent English writing, editing, proofreading, and communication skills.
* Strong understanding of screenplay structure, storytelling, dialogue, and character development.
* Familiarity with Final Draft or similar professional screenwriting software.
* Strong attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively.
* Availability to work in person at our Santa Monica office for 8–20 hours per week.
Required Application Materials
Please submit all of the following:
1. Resume or Brief Introduction
Provide a summary of your writing experience, relevant background, and qualifications.
2. Two Completed Screenplays
For each of your two completed original feature-length screenplays, provide the title, genre, and a brief logline. Full scripts are not required at the application stage.
3. Writing Sample (Required)
Submit 5–10 consecutive pages from one of your own original feature-length screenplays in PDF format. The sample should demonstrate your dialogue, storytelling, and screenplay formatting skills.
4. Weekly Availability
Indicate your general weekly availability and your ability to work in person in Santa Monica.
Applications submitted without the required writing sample will not be considered.
Additional Information
This is a paid creative support position, not a co-writing partnership. Project confidentiality, intellectual property ownership, and any applicable writing credit arrangements will be established through a written agreement.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited to an interview and a brief, paid screenplay editing assessment.
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