World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. is hiring: Writer/Producer in...
World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. - Stamford, CT, United States, 06928
Work at World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop clearly defined, yet emotionally sophisticated, characters for a diverse group of WWE Talent.
- Script descriptive, thought-provoking, captivating, and creative storylines for RAW, SmackDown, and select programming on the WWE Network (Streaming on Peacock).
- Collaborate with a team of writers to build compelling stories that capture a global audience fitting multiple demographics.
- Provide punch-up for specific scripted segments as well as review the totality of entire episodes for continuity and flow.
- Incorporate consumer insights and social media to deliver impactful storylines that are consistent with the WWE brand and each Talent's skills and history.
- Weekly travel to our shows (RAW or Smackdown) & rotating travel to PLE's (Premium Live Events).
- Attend and contribute in creative writing team meetings every week at our Stamford, CT HQ.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of writing for TV or Film
- Producing and Directing experience a plus
- Professional TV or Film staff experience preferred
- Experience in Live TV production a plus
- Previous experience working with On-Screen Talent, Creative Writers, and Producers
- Understanding of WWE's audience (demographic and psychographic) preferred
- BA/BS in Film, TV, Drama, Media Studies, Communications or similar field of study or validated experience in lieu of a degree preferred
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