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[WEBTOON] Social Media Script Writer/Video Editor (Freelancer)
El Segundo, California, Remote. Posted 7 months ago
The role
You will write and edit short-form social videos that tell a story and hook viewers fast. You will create series promos, trailers and animations from comic panels across genres such as comedy, romance and action.
What you will do
- Concept, script and edit short-form video content with strong hooks and cliffhangers
- Develop content across genres from punchy humor to edgy romance and fast-paced action
- Collaborate with copywriters, designers and art directors on character-driven content native to each platform
- Develop series promos, trailers and explainer content
- Create expressive animations sourced from comic panels
- Produce both high-quality motion design and quick-turn, unpolished social videos
- Stay current on fan culture, animation trends, memes and Gen Z and Millennial narrative formats
Required qualifications
- 3+ years of professional experience in a creative agency, production company or in-house entertainment team
- Strong copywriting or scripting background
- Proficiency in Premiere Pro and After Effects
- General knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Audition) and other animation or VFX tools
- Comfort with character rigging and strong understanding of animation principles
- A portfolio or reel showing professional motion design and storytelling work with a distinct tone of voice and creative point of view
- Clear, reliable communication in a fast-paced production timeline
Nice to have
- 3D animation skills
- Experience in ad content, trailers, branded content or entertainment marketing
- Online presence or fan edits in the webcomic, animation or fandom space
- Willingness to voice own content or be on camera
Before you apply
- Portfolio or reel is required to apply
About the company
WEBTOON Entertainment is a global entertainment company and leader in mobile webcomics, with platforms including WEBTOON, CANVAS and Wattpad. Its content is adapted for Netflix, Prime Video and Crunchyroll, and it has about 155 million monthly active users.