Story Lead (Project Hire)

Project Writer (Project Hire)

• Create or adapt original story concepts and develop them through research and the writing of overviews, outlines, treatments, scripts, and show information guides under the guidance of a senior member of the Story Development team and project teams.
• Brainstorm within project teams, generate notes from writers’ room sessions in organized and timely fashion and, as requested, help develop the story of a ride, environmental or media-based attraction, or related facility. \\
• Generate nomenclature, sign copy for supporting show and operational graphics, operational spiels, show dialogue, and cast member training materials.
• Manage story documentation throughout the life of the project.
• Work under tight deadlines, while maintaining individual creative integrity; communicate effectively at all levels in all disciplines.
• Be empowered to make creative choices, with frequent review from senior Story Development team members.
• Support company-wide communications as needed.

• The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Creative Writing, English, Communications, or a related field, with 2–4 years of professional writing experience—preferably within themed entertainment, the entertainment or media industry or other storytelling-driven fields including writer or writer’s assistant for film, theater, television production, or other equivalent experience.
• Bilingual with verbal and written fluency in Mandarin and English.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Mandarin and English.
• Have knowledge and understanding of modern Chinese culture.
• A solid understanding of story structure with ability to write strong dialogue, clear and concise copy, and descriptive prose.
• Ability to work independently on numerous projects of varying levels of complexity from concept to completion.
•  Ability to write strong dialogue, have an understanding of story structure, and ability to produce detailed and descriptive prose.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•  Ability to interact in a working team environment, to receive and act upon constructive feedback, and to pursue creative excellence.
•  Ability to brainstorm, strong presentation skills and skills as a proactive problem solver.
• Working knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint/Keynote and Final Draft; ability to learn new software such as graphics database.

• Cantonese language skills a plus.

• BA or BS degree desired.
• Creative Writing, Playwriting, Screen Writing, Journalism or Communications studies preferred.