Screenwriter (Vertical Microdramas)

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.What You’ll DoWrite and adapt one vertical micro-drama script every 5 weeks, delivering high-quality, binge-worthy episodes on a fast production cycleCraft fast-paced, emotionally gripping dialogue featuring strong romance tropes, dramatic hooks, and cliffhangers designed for short-form vertical viewingWork closely with our founder to develop and refine scripts, using AI tools to continuously improve story logic, narrative consistency, and overall script qualityCollaborate cross-functionally with development, AI production, and marketing teams to build compelling story moments that maximize viewer engagement, retention, and shareabilityIterate quickly based on feedback, adapting scripts and storylines while maintaining creative excellence and meeting tight production timelinesContribute to the development of emotionally engaging story arcs and episodic structures that keep mobile-first audiences returning episode after episodeWhat You’ll BringProven 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 storytellingExceptional skill in crafting sharp, emotionally charged dialogue that feels addictive in a mobile-first formatAbility to quickly revise and adapt scripts based on feedback while maintaining narrative clarity and emotional impactStrong collaboration skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving, highly iterative creative environmentPassion for the evolving intersection of storytelling, AI, and digital mediaExcitement to help build a generational AI × Entertainment companyWhat We'll Offer:401k plan, designed to help you save for the futureHealth benefits tailored to your needs, including medical, dental, and vision coverageProfessional coaching for everyoneTeam-building events, including our annual Tulum tripUnlimited access to our Galatea app and CandyJarTV appUnlimited budget for self-development booksCharity donation of your choice at your one year anniversaryFree lunch in office everydayClass Pass membership for US based employee and gym access for Berlin employeesDog friendly offices 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.