Lead Writer, Webcomics (Action, Drama, Urban Fantasy, Shonen)
Job Summary
Job Description
Lead Writer needed for an original action webcomic focused on wrestling in an urban fantasy setting. Responsibilities include developing the plot, characters, lore, and setting; creating weekly scripts (50-65 panels); collaborating with artists and internal editorial; providing input on artistic direction; and ensuring the story is well-interpreted through artwork. The ideal candidate will have experience in shonen/seinen manga and anime, possess a strong understanding of action storytelling, pacing, and character development, and be able to deliver high-quality, organized scripts punctually. The role requires a collaborative mindset and the ability to accept and implement feedback.
Must have:
- Passion for anime and action webcomics
- 1+ professionally produced projects with script samples
- 8-month commitment (potential extension)
- Shonen/seinen genre expertise
- Episodic storytelling experience
- Collaborative mindset
- Clean, organized, punctual scripts
- Professional communication
Good to have:
- Experience balancing action, drama, and comedy
5 skills required
Job Details
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are currently seeking a contract Writer to work on an original Action webcomic. Using provided materials as a foundation, as lead writer you will faithfully adapt and create a serialized action story brimming with close-quarters combat and a diverse cast of human and non-human characters.
For this project, we are crafting a wrestling-focused action series set in an urban fantasy setting. The ideal candidate will expertly compose action that channels the triumph, theatrics, and drama of shonen manga and anime storytelling, all the while effortlessly merging it with an imaginative world of underground wrestling. This candidate will not only excel at writing well-paced action set pieces but also introspective, deeply psychological character arcs.
As a platform, Storygrounds is exploring new ways for creators and their fan communities to connect in more collaborative and impactful ways. You will be a pioneer in helping to make the webcomic space more connected.
*Open to Paid Assessment
WHAT YOU WOULD DO
- Partnered with an artist, you will work alongside the Storygrounds team to help develop an original webcomic IP within the Action genre.
- Using provided materials as a foundation, you will lead the development of the project’s plot, characters, lore, and setting and construct a well-organized story bible.
- Compose high-quality scripts for each episode (50-65 panels per episode), delivered on a weekly basis.
- Work closely with Storygrounds internal editorial to best adhere to house style, receive, discuss, and implement feedback.
- Provide support and input on the artistic direction of the project to ensure that the story is best interpreted through the artwork.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A deep passion for anime—and ideally webcomics—especially those in the action genre.
- Have worked on at least 1+ professionally produced project and is able to share ample script samples.
- Must be available to commit to a given project for at least 8 months with potential for extension.
- Extensive knowledge of shonen and seinen genre stories, including their distinct expectations, pacing, and tropes.
- Experience writing episodic stories that balance visceral action, drama, and lighthearted comedy HIGHLY desired.
- Embodies a collaborative mindset, able to accept feedback, implement feedback, and permit flexibility on how a story is told.
- Must be able to provide clean, organized, scripts punctually. Team player who can communicate punctually and professionally.
- Contribute to a positive work and team environment.
- Able to attend occasional kick-off and sync-up meetings during Pacific time-zone work hours (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM).
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