Screenwriter (Contract)

We are looking for a screenwriter to join our creative team to write and assist in development of a 3D animated short film along with supporting content. You will be working closely with the CMO, Creative Director, and internal studio to write and develop a ~5 minute short film based on a story outline. This is a two (2) month contract role with potential to extend based on business need.

Brainstorm, outline, write, and assist in development of a 3D animated short film

Research relevant topics surrounding the setting, characters and themes of the story including film inspiration

Create character briefs/breakdowns, descriptions for sets/environments, articulate the theme and tone, and provide other written work supporting the script itself

Write for supplementary content surrounding the short film, including mini sketches with the film's characters for social media and behind the scenes 'making-of' content

Craft an engaging story that leverages stylized animation to convey important adult themes

Integrate Bolt's values into story messages in a subtle way, conveying what the company believes is important without jeopardizing the story as a standalone art piece or compromising its authenticity

Complete a final polished script to act as the backbone for animation production and pre-production

Work with the creative director and storyboard artists to help visualize your story during the animation pre-production process

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