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Screenwriter - ReelShort (Contractor)
Crazy Maple Studio —Sunnyvale, CA
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
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Creative/ Localization Writer
ShortMax Innovations Inc —Pasadena, CA
- $55,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Research
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Film & Digital Media: Assistant Professor of Narrative Film and Media Production
University of California Santa Cruz —Santa Cruz, CA
- Online Application
- Classroom
- 6 years
- University
Script Planning & Evaluation Manager - TikTok Short Drama
TikTok —Los Angeles, CA
- $88,920 - $209,380 a year
- English
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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The Ohio State University —Columbus, OH
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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California State University, Fullerton —Fullerton, CA
- $5,007 - $6,359 a month
- Temporary
- Background check
- Mid-level
- University
- Wellness program
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Changing Lives Productions LLC —Burbank, CA
- $1,350 a week
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Strate Holdings LLC —Burbank, CA
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Google Workspace
- CPA
- 3 years
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Cinema and Television Arts (CTVA) - Part-Time Lecturer Pool
California State University —Fullerton, CA
- Temporary
- Background check
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- Mid-level
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Film and Digital Production Part-Time Instructor Pool 2026-2027
University of Tampa —Tampa, FL
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
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Duncanson Artist in Residence 2027
TAFT MUSEUM OF ART —Cincinnati, OH
- $10,000 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Residential
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Product Manager, Music Publishing - Apple TV & Video
Apple —Culver City, CA
- $144,600 - $263,800 a year
- 5 years
- Finance
- SQL
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
Lead Creative Producer
Eagle Brook Church —Centerville, MN
- $73,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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The Ohio State University —Columbus, OH
Students will build new skills as a beginning screenwriter with the goal of producing work that follows formats and conventions of field-specific criteria.

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Screenwriter - ReelShort (Contractor)

Crazy Maple Studio -
Sunnyvale, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$80,000 - $100,000 a year

Qualifications

Screenwriting
Bachelor's degree
Scriptwriting for video production

Full Job Description

Company Overview:

Crazy Maple Studio is a fast-growing company based in the Bay Area and Los Angeles, focusing on mobile gaming, reading, and streaming. We are proud to have a global team that drives our innovation and success across diverse markets.

Our flagship platform, ReelShort, is the #1 vertical streaming app in the U.S., with over 8 million DAU, delivering bite-sized episodic content that keeps viewers hooked. Other standout products include Chapters, where users shape immersive stories across drama, fantasy, and romance, and My Fiction, a platform for consuming and creating serialized romance.

We’re proud to be recognized as one of the Global Most Loved Workplaces 2025, reflecting our commitment to innovation, creativity, and an employee-first culture.

Position Overview:

As a ReelShort Screenwriter, you will be responsible for reading web novels and adapting them into compelling screenplays. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in writing and a deep knowledge and interest in romance novels or TV shows. You will need to bring order to chaos, find the right connections, and solve problems creatively. Additionally, you will provide feedback to peers and participate in script workshops.

Anyone seeking a mid-level position with at least 5 years of writing background and a strong interest in story writing (preferably in romance/drama) would be ideal for this role. If you are passionate about storytelling and have a knack for adapting written content into engaging screenplays, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity with CMS. Join us in shaping the future of interactive storytelling and HD streaming content!

Responsibilities:

Read web novels to understand their themes and plots, and use them as references for writing original screenplays.
Analyze content and data to identify issues and lay out plans for optimization.
Write original content and occasionally collaborate on published content.
Utilize data to enhance in-app retention, book retention optimization, chapter conversion, new user tutorials, and marketing promotions.
Provide constructive feedback and foster team collaboration.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of screenwriting experience.
Strong creative screenwriting skills, particularly in romance and drama.
Bachelor’s degree in History, English, Fine Arts, Screenwriting, or a related field.
Comfortable writing young adult romance/drama, which may include sensitive and triggering content.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong interest in reading novels.
Comprehensive knowledge of the online reading or publishing industry, both historical and current.
Passion for content creation and prior experience in the field is a plus.
Ability to work well under pressure and possess strong interpersonal skills.
Flexibility to work across different time zones.
Eagerness to learn and gain experience in the gaming and content industry.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.

Benefits

Crazy Maple Studio, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Given the high volume of applications, and to ensure a fair and efficient process for all candidates, our interview process typically includes the following steps: writing assessment screening call hiring manager interview.

Thank you for your interest and understanding. Let’s create great stories together!

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