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Screenwriter (Vertical Microdramas)
Inkitt · San Francisco · On Site · Active · $80,000–$130,000 / year · Lever
Job facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | Inkitt |
| Title | Screenwriter (Vertical Microdramas) |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | CandyJar TV / CandyJar TV |
| Location | San Francisco, CA, United States |
| Work model | On Site |
| Employment type | Full Time |
| Salary | $80,000–$130,000 / year |
| Status | active |
| ATS provider | Lever |
| Posted / first seen | 2025-09-05 / 2026-05-29 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-05-29 / 2026-06-06 |
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| Company | Inkitt |
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| ATS provider | Lever |
Description
Inkitt is building the Disney of the 21st Century, standing at the forefront of technology and entertainment. Leveraging AI and predictive algorithms, Inkitt discovers unknown stories and turns them into blockbuster hits, producing a new $1M ebook every 4 weeks and selling directly to consumers through its Galatea app. Inkitt has become the 11th most bestseller-generating publisher in the world, boasting a 40x higher hit-rate than traditional publishers. Recently raising a Series C and backed by some of the top VC’s such as: Khosla, Kleiner Perkins, and NEA Ventures, our recent expansion into CandyJarTV is only the beginning of our journey to becoming the next-gen entertainment powerhouse.
At Inkitt, we strive to build a company culture and provide employment opportunities based on diversity and inclusion. We believe every author should have an equal opportunity to succeed, as should our team members. As a growing team from 20+ countries, we welcome everyone to apply.
What You’ll Do
Write and adapt one vertical micro-drama script every 5 weeks, delivering high-quality, binge-worthy episodes on a fast production cycle.
Craft fast-paced, emotionally gripping dialogue featuring strong romance tropes, dramatic hooks, and cliffhangers designed for short-form vertical viewing.
Work closely with our founder to develop and refine scripts, using AI tools to continuously improve story logic, narrative consistency, and overall script quality.
Collaborate cross-functionally with development, AI production, and marketing teams to build compelling story moments that maximize viewer engagement, retention, and shareability.
Iterate quickly based on feedback, adapting scripts and storylines while maintaining creative excellence and meeting tight production timelines.
Contribute to the development of emotionally engaging story arcs and episodic structures that keep mobile-first audiences returning episode after episode.
What You’ll Bring
Proven experience writing scripts for vertical micro-drama or short-form episodic platforms (please include samples with your submission).
Deep understanding of romance tropes, enemies-to-lovers dynamics, and the pacing required for cliffhanger-driven short-form storytelling.
Exceptional skill in crafting sharp, emotionally charged dialogue that feels addictive in a mobile-first format.
Ability to quickly revise and adapt scripts based on feedback while maintaining narrative clarity and emotional impact.
Strong collaboration skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving, highly iterative creative environment.
Passion for the evolving intersection of storytelling, AI, and digital media.
Excitement to help build a generational AI × Entertainment company.
What We'll Offer:
401k plan, designed to help you save for the future
Health benefits tailored to your needs, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Professional coaching for everyone
Team-building events, including our annual Tulum trip
Unlimited access to our Galatea app and CandyJarTV app
Unlimited budget for self-development books
Charity donation of your choice at your one year anniversary
Free lunch in office everyday
Class Pass membership for US based employee and gym access for Berlin employees
Dog friendly offices
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| Title | Screenwriter (Vertical Microdramas) |
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| Location Text | San Francisco |
| Department | CandyJar TV |
| Team | CandyJar TV |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Workplace Type | on_site |
| Remote Policy | — |
| Country | United States |
| Region | CA |
| City | San Francisco |
| Salary Raw | USD 80000-130000 per-year-salary |
| Salary Min | 80,000 |
| Salary Max | 130,000 |
| Salary Currency | USD |
| Salary Period | year |
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| Apply URL | https://jobs.lever.co/inkitt/3ac6b1b3-d3f9-4305-a2b2-863f44b7eb45/apply |
| First Seen At | 2026-05-29 07:00:40Z |
| Last Seen At | 2026-06-06 07:57:08Z |
| Last Checked At | 2026-06-06 07:57:08Z |
| Last Changed At | 2026-05-29 07:00:40Z |
| Inactive At | — |
| Source Posted At | 2025-09-05 21:13:53Z |
| Source Updated At | — |
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