Remote Screenwriter at Crazy Maple Studio - USA — Columbus
Traveler-Friendly Insight
This role is listed as a contractor position on We Work Remotely, which signals remote-friendly work — but the job description explicitly states USA Only, meaning digital nomads must maintain a U.S. presence or at minimum U.S.-based legal status to qualify.
The requirement to have flexibility to work across different time zones suggests some async tolerance, but the nature of creative collaboration (script workshops, peer feedback, hiring manager interviews) implies periodic synchronous availability. Expect some Pacific Time alignment given the Culver City headquarters.
For U.S.-based nomads, this contractor role pairs well with the domestic nomad lifestyle — traveling between U.S. cities while working remotely. No visa pathways for non-U.S. residents are viable here given the country restriction.
- Lisbon: Not viable — country restriction limits to U.S. workers only.
- Bangkok / Medellín: Similarly off the table due to the USA-only requirement.
On the upside, as a contractor role, you gain schedule flexibility that suits travel within the U.S. The work itself — reading novels and writing screenplays — is highly portable and largely async in its core output. Look for a coworking allowance or home-office stipend during contract negotiations, as none are listed in the posting.
Headquarters: Culver City, California, United States
URL: https://jobs.workable.com/company/kZSiaRVHB45MDzQ7znFJSV/jobs-at-crazy-maple-studio
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.
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; 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.
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!
To apply: https://weworkremotely.com/remote-jobs/crazy-maple-studio-screenwriter-reelshort-contractor
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