AI Screenplay Writer

Job Summary

What the team does: At QuickTV, ShareChat's short-form microdrama streaming app, the Content Operations team drives the creation and acquisition of bingeable, vertical microdramas - both live-action and AI-generated - built for mobile-first audiences. Partnering with production houses, creators, product, and feed teams, the team runs the full pipeline from script and greenlighting to production, localization, and release. It also leverages AI production tooling to turn screenplays into video faster and scale output across languages and markets.

Responsibilities

• Write emotionally charged, fast-paced scripts for English microdramas ensuring maximum viewer retention and binge-ability.
• Write natural, colloquial American English dialogues, using current slang, idioms and cultural references that feel authentic rather than forced.
• Develop cliffhanger-driven episode structures with high emotional peaks (drama, romance, revenge, comedy), hooking viewers and driving episode-to-episode engagement.
• Balance emotional storytelling with commercial objectives, while maintaining narrative coherence across series arcs.
• Master "show, dont tell" storytelling - using visual narratives and storyboarding to communicate complex emotions and plot twists.
• Stay sharp on trending microdrama themes, viral plot devices, and regional preferences to create content that feels both fresh and familiar.
• Monitor performance analytics and audience feedback to refine character arcs, dialogue style, and narrative hooks in real time.

Requirements

• Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Creative Writing, Literature, Film, Journalism, or related fields.
• 3-6 years of content writing in television, OTT, radio, digital publishing, or advertising.
• Expert-level proficiency in English with the ability to write across tones - from emotional to witty to dramatic.
• Strong grasp of storytelling techniques, character arcs, and promotional beats - especially in English entertainment.
• Deep understanding of Indian content consumption habits and regional preferences.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments, multitasks well, and delivers quality work within tight deadlines.
• Location - Remote.

Disclaimer: This job posting has been aggregated from external source. Role details, content, and availability are subject to change. Applicants are advised to confirm the latest information directly on the company website before applying.