TheSoul Publishing is one of the world’s most prolific digital media companies and a leading creator business platform. Our original video, animation, and editorial content are available in 21 languages across 50 platforms and 21 sites, going viral globally and generating 25 billion monthly views on social media, with over 2 billion followers.
As a media powerhouse, we provide creators and brands with a wide range of services, leveraging our expertise in content distribution, localization, and social media management. We’re the authors of global phenomena like 5-Minute Crafts and BrightSide and continue to expand in the creator economy, as seen in our acquisitions of Mediacube and Underscore Talent.
We're a dynamic, remote-first global team—fostering award-winning creativity, a no-red-tape approach, and great vibes!
We have an exciting full-time opportunity in our Video Film department for a talented Scriptwriter to join our team and contribute to our Short Drama series. We’re a fast-growing video-streaming platform (SHRT) focused on producing bite-sized romantic dramas that resonate deeply with North American audiences—especially women. As a short drama writer, you’ll be responsible for crafting compelling 70-minute romance arcs, broken down into engaging short episodes.
Job responsibilities:
- Crafting a compelling logline and a concise, engaging synopsis that capture the essence of the story.
- Structuring the narrative arc, establishing key story beats, and ensuring cohesive pacing across episodes.
- Designing multidimensional characters with distinct motivations, internal conflicts, and clear arcs that evolve over the course of the series.
- Creating authentic, purposeful dialogue that reveals character, drives the plot, and reflects the tone of the series.
- Writing detailed scene instructions, including setting, time of day, atmosphere, and character actions to guide visual storytelling.
- Refining the script for clarity, coherence, and impact—polishing dialogue, tightening structure, and ensuring industry-standard formatting.
Requirements:
- Strong English skills (minimum C1 level), especially for writing dialogues.
- Familiarity with popular Doramas and vertical series.
- Ability to consistently meet established content guidelines and requirements.
- Openness to feedback and collaboration, including working with edits from script supervisors and producers.
- Skill in analyzing references to enhance and develop original ideas.
- Basic understanding of contemporary kids’ culture — what toys they play with, how they spend their time, etc.
- Eagerness to learn and grow throughout the entire duration of the project.
- Clear and straightforward communication skills, able to express thoughts simply and effectively.
What we offer:
- Flexible Work Options: Work from home, your favorite café, or anywhere that sparks your creativity. Enjoy the freedom with remote work options that fit your lifestyle.
- Creative Vibes and an International Team: 80% of our employees are creators working from 70+ countries, producing awesome content for billions of followers worldwide.
- Talent Growth: Engage in transparent knowledge sharing within the company and our internal academy, offering 470+ courses—learn, teach, or both, and shape your path to expertise.
- Seamless Operations: An ecosystem that fuels new ideas, promotes transparent task management, empowers flexible collaboration without time constraints or meetings—no red tape, just results!
We appreciate your interest in our job opportunities and our company. Our team carefully evaluates each application to identify the most suitable candidates for the role. Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. However, if your qualifications align with our requirements, we will contact you to discuss the next steps in the selection process.