Snail Games USA
Interactive Films Screenwriter - Contract
Snail Games USA, Beverly Hills, California, United States, 90211
Company Overview:Snail, Inc. is the leading independent global developer and publisher of digital entertainment. Interactive Film is a dynamic and innovative production studio under Snail, Inc. dedicated to creating compelling and engaging short-form narrative content such as web series, FMV, etc. We are committed to delivering high-quality entertainment to audiences worldwide.Job Description:We are seeking a talented and imaginative screenwriter to join our team and help develop original screenplays for our short-form vertical web series. The ideal candidate will have a passion for storytelling, a strong command of narrative structure, and a keen understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities presented by vertical video formats. This contractor position offers an initial term of engagement, with the possibility of transitioning to a full-time, salaried role based on performance and mutual interest.Responsibilities:Collaborate with our creative team to conceptualize and develop original ideas for short form vertical web series across a variety of genres, including drama, romance, sci-fi and more.
Write engaging and visually dynamic screenplays that are optimized for vertical viewing on digital platforms such as mobile devices and social media.
Craft compelling characters, dialogue, and plot twists that resonate with our target audience, conform to the short-form web series format, and keep viewers hooked from start to finish.
Work closely with directors, producers, and other team members to ensure that the vision for each project is brought to life on screen in a creative and cohesive manner.
Stay informed about emerging trends and best practices in short form content creation, including new storytelling techniques, editing styles, and platform-specific features.
Requirements:2+ years of experience as a screenwriter, with a portfolio of original screenplays and produced projects that showcase your storytelling skills and creative vision.
Proficiency in writing for short-form content formats, with a deep understanding of how to structure narratives and engage audiences within the constraints of vertical video.
Excellent command of the English language, including strong grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, with a flexible and adaptable approach to creative feedback and revisions.
Passion for experimentation and innovation, with a willingness to push creative boundaries and explore new storytelling techniques in the digital landscape.
Application Materials:Resume/CV
Portfolio
Website (if any)
Compensation:$20 - $30/hrCPRA Compliance Notice to ApplicantsHello Applicant! As you are likely aware, by submitting your job application, you are submitting personal information to our company.
We may retain and use this information for up to three years, in order to come to a decision on whether or not you are a good fit for our company.
We may also retain or use some of this information to comply with any requirements under law, or for purposes of defending ourselves in any litigation.
We do not use this information for any other purpose, or share it with third parties, unless you become an employee (see Employee Privacy Notice / Notice as Collection for additional information).To the extent that you provide information to us with us outside of your job application, we may collect additional information about you subject to our Privacy Policy.For your reference, the general categories that we collect from you from your application are:CategoryExamplesHow We Collect ThisBusiness PurposeIdentifiers.A real name, alias, postal address, email address, or other similar identifiers.We collect this information through your résumé and job application documents.We want to know who you are and how to contact you.Personal information categories listed in the California Customer Records statute (Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.80(e)).A name, physical characteristics or description, address, telephone number, education, employment, or employment history.We collect this information through your résumé and job application documents.Further details regarding your education, employment, employment history and your physical characteristics or description from an interview.We want to know who you are, how to contact you, and what your employment history and skillsets are.We also need some of this information to determine your capability to perform the job.Protected classification characteristics under California or federal law.Age (40 years or older), citizenship, sex, race, ethnicity, disability, veteran or military status.We collect this information through your job application documents.We may also collect information regarding your veteran or military status specifically from your résumé.Workforce demographic information is used solely to comply with required reporting obligations.Also, to the extent we collect your veteran or military status, we will consider that towards your capability to perform the job and your experience.Professional or employment related information.Current or past job history or performance evaluations.We collect this information through your résumé and job application documents.Further details regarding your job history from an interview.We need this information to determine your capability to perform the job.Sensitive Personal InformationRace, ethnicity or disability.We collect this information through your résumé and job application documents.Further details regarding your race, ethnicity or disability from an interview.Workforce demographic information is used solely to comply with required reporting obligations.Disability information is collected to determine accommodation needs for an interview or job.If you have any questions, please contact us at 1-855-556-8585, or email us at privacy@snail.com, with the subject “Job Applicant Question”.
Write engaging and visually dynamic screenplays that are optimized for vertical viewing on digital platforms such as mobile devices and social media.
Craft compelling characters, dialogue, and plot twists that resonate with our target audience, conform to the short-form web series format, and keep viewers hooked from start to finish.
Work closely with directors, producers, and other team members to ensure that the vision for each project is brought to life on screen in a creative and cohesive manner.
Stay informed about emerging trends and best practices in short form content creation, including new storytelling techniques, editing styles, and platform-specific features.
Requirements:2+ years of experience as a screenwriter, with a portfolio of original screenplays and produced projects that showcase your storytelling skills and creative vision.
Proficiency in writing for short-form content formats, with a deep understanding of how to structure narratives and engage audiences within the constraints of vertical video.
Excellent command of the English language, including strong grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, with a flexible and adaptable approach to creative feedback and revisions.
Passion for experimentation and innovation, with a willingness to push creative boundaries and explore new storytelling techniques in the digital landscape.
Application Materials:Resume/CV
Portfolio
Website (if any)
Compensation:$20 - $30/hrCPRA Compliance Notice to ApplicantsHello Applicant! As you are likely aware, by submitting your job application, you are submitting personal information to our company.
We may retain and use this information for up to three years, in order to come to a decision on whether or not you are a good fit for our company.
We may also retain or use some of this information to comply with any requirements under law, or for purposes of defending ourselves in any litigation.
We do not use this information for any other purpose, or share it with third parties, unless you become an employee (see Employee Privacy Notice / Notice as Collection for additional information).To the extent that you provide information to us with us outside of your job application, we may collect additional information about you subject to our Privacy Policy.For your reference, the general categories that we collect from you from your application are:CategoryExamplesHow We Collect ThisBusiness PurposeIdentifiers.A real name, alias, postal address, email address, or other similar identifiers.We collect this information through your résumé and job application documents.We want to know who you are and how to contact you.Personal information categories listed in the California Customer Records statute (Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.80(e)).A name, physical characteristics or description, address, telephone number, education, employment, or employment history.We collect this information through your résumé and job application documents.Further details regarding your education, employment, employment history and your physical characteristics or description from an interview.We want to know who you are, how to contact you, and what your employment history and skillsets are.We also need some of this information to determine your capability to perform the job.Protected classification characteristics under California or federal law.Age (40 years or older), citizenship, sex, race, ethnicity, disability, veteran or military status.We collect this information through your job application documents.We may also collect information regarding your veteran or military status specifically from your résumé.Workforce demographic information is used solely to comply with required reporting obligations.Also, to the extent we collect your veteran or military status, we will consider that towards your capability to perform the job and your experience.Professional or employment related information.Current or past job history or performance evaluations.We collect this information through your résumé and job application documents.Further details regarding your job history from an interview.We need this information to determine your capability to perform the job.Sensitive Personal InformationRace, ethnicity or disability.We collect this information through your résumé and job application documents.Further details regarding your race, ethnicity or disability from an interview.Workforce demographic information is used solely to comply with required reporting obligations.Disability information is collected to determine accommodation needs for an interview or job.If you have any questions, please contact us at 1-855-556-8585, or email us at privacy@snail.com, with the subject “Job Applicant Question”.