Writer's Assistant

The NXT Writer’s Assistant will support the NXT Creative Writing Team in all aspects of the Writing process in Orlando, Florida.

About the role

Supports the NXT Creative Writing Team in updating creative documents including scripts, talent rosters, Pay Per View Cards, etc., and assisting with various administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Take detailed and accurate notes during high-level creative writing meetings with Paul Levesque and other members of the NXT Creative Writing Team.
• Participate in meetings and take notes to ensure communication among all departments.
• Distribute meeting notes to necessary parties.
• Work with the Lead Writer to follow directions and execute them in a timely manner, paying close attention to detail.
• Assist with day-to-day needs of the writing team at the WWE Performance Center, including helping writers with shoots with talent, promo classes, etc.
• Take initiative and communicate clearly and concisely with the Lead Writers, Writers, Performance Center Coaches, and other departments.
• Perform clerical tasks such as transcribing, copying, and printing documents.
• Coordinate with other departments at the Performance Center and NXT Production Team (Props, Talent, Travel, etc.) to ensure all necessary production elements are taken care of for all NXT TV Tappings.
• Attend all NXT TV tapings and assist writers with the execution of backstage and in-ring segments, serving as a Runner, coordinating Talent, props, and other necessary items.
• Update scripts and other necessary documents for the taping.
• Copy and distribute the most updated documents to the necessary parties.
• Aid writers with directing and producing taped backstage scenes and live in-ring promos.
• Anticipate the needs of the team and plan ahead to assure efficient departmental functioning.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned or needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years TV Writing and/or Production experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong WWE and NXT product knowledge.
• Time management skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong work ethic and a flexible schedule that allows for long hours and travel as needed.
• Willing and able to travel minimally for business to NXT TakeOver Pay Per Views and other necessary NXT Road Shows.
• Within reasonable commuting distance from the WWE Performance Center to Orlando, FL, or be willing and able to relocate there.
• Detail oriented, organized, and proactive.
• Dependable, motivated, and eager to learn and assist in the execution of live scripted television.
• Clean driver's license and vehicle to be used for business as needed.
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and fast typing skills.
• Excellent note-taking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (both verbal and written).
• BA/BS degree in Film/TV/Drama, Media Studies, Communications, English, or related field of study, is preferred, but not necessary.