Visual Novel Writer, AI Content (Contractor)

Position Overview

Crazy Maple Studio is seeking a ReelShort Visual Novel Writer for AI Content. This role involves adapting and creating novellas for mobile-first storytelling, with a focus on emotional resonance and high entertainment value. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of experience in writing, a strong command of romance and drama, and an interest in AI-produced video content.

Key Responsibilities

• Adapt and create a wide range of source materials into episodic novellas for short-form, mobile-first content.
• Create original novellas that balance emotional depth with high entertainment value, across various tones.
• Write novellas intended for AI video production: craft scenes, action lines, and visual descriptions in a way that AI generation tools can interpret faithfully, and that hold up on screen.
• Iterate on novellas based on AI production output—revising scenes or dialogue when the generated footage reveals what’s working and what isn’t.
• Participate in writing workshops and content training sessions, including sessions focused on writing effectively for AI-produced content.
• Utilize data and performance insights to revise, refine, and optimize content for in-app retention, reader conversion, and marketing hooks.
• Stay informed on storytelling trends in vertical media and on the evolving capabilities of AI video tools, and bring fresh, adaptable ideas to the table.
• Utilize data analytics to make informed adjustments to writing projects, optimizing content performance and engagement.
• Seamlessly integrate marketing content into scripts, ensuring a cohesive and engaging narrative.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of writing experience in relevant mediums—publishing, serialized fiction, Wattpad, AO3, etc.
• Strong creative writing skills in romance and drama.
• Interest in—and willingness to learn—how to write effectively for AI video generation tools such as Seedance and Kling. Prior experience writing for AI-produced content is a strong plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Creative Writing, English, Fine Arts, History, or a related field.
• Comfortable writing young adult and 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.
• Prior experience in the field is a plus.
• Familiarity with AI writing tools is welcome; the primary measure of success is the quality of the final novella.
• 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, AI video, and content industry.
• A deep understanding of the romance genre and the ability to stay current with evolving publishing trends are a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Application Requirements

Please provide 2-3 writing samples that best showcase your abilities by sharing links or attachments. If available, include at least one sample of steamy romance or other explicit romantic fiction.