Screenwriter (Contract)

Bolt Graphics•Sunnyvale, CA

56d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

A strong portfolio of writing that demonstrates impactful storytelling for adult audiences
Experience writing short stories for original IPs
A developed sense of humor and ability to inject modern, adult comedy beats into emotional, hard-hitting stories
Knowledge of and experience with the 3D animation production process
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across the various departments of film development and production
A motivated storyteller who wants to make something new, authentic, and impactful, and see the story through to animation production rather than developing it in a black box

Nice To Haves

4-7 years of experience writing for short form narrative content
Experience writing specifically for animated feature or short film
Experience writing for short form content for social media (character sketches)
Experience working on product launches and/or with startups
Basic knowledge of computer graphics and graphics technology
Preference is for a candidate in California.

Responsibilities

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