Writer

A writer writes screenplays for films and television programs. Writers must understand filmmaking, possess creative writing skills and be an expert in film and television language.

Recommended Skills for working as a Writer:

  • Highly creative

  • Strong language skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Knowledge of media production industry

+ Head Writer

The Head Writer is responsible for all creative writing and ensuring that the tone of a series is consistent from one episode to the next.

+ Story Editor

The Story Editor creates a pre-edit (paper edit or rough edit) with the main story points and clips. They are responsible for watching daily/raw footage and writing any narration.

Minimum Qualifications for working as a Writer:

  • Specialized writing training

  • Extensive writing and storytelling experience

  • A professional collection of selected writing samples - produced, unproduced, published or unpublished

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