Contract Screenwriter for TV Series

Job Title: Contract Screenwriter for TV Series – GROWING UP WITH KIDS

Location: REMOTE

Job Type: CONTRACT

Company: WFF

About the Show:

A one-hour ensemble comedy about the social evolution of adults as they raise kids. Growing Up With Kids is a witty, feel-good comedy that follows adult friendships as their wild nights out slowly morph into awkward “mom friend” blind dates, kids’ birthday parties with beer pong and wine-fueled dinner parties with baby monitors in tow. They go from completely irresponsible to completely responsible and back again as they navigate the hilarious and humbling evolution and chaos of parenting at different ages. As their kids grow more independent, they find themselves rediscovering old habits in new forms—think backyard BBQs with craft beer, board games instead of bar tabs, and a lot more day drinking instead of late nights out. It’s a hilarious ride through the awkward, exhausting, and unexpectedly fun phases of growing up while raising kids.

Screenwriter Wanted:

We are looking for a talented Contract Screenwriter to join our writing team for this character-driven series. You will play a critical role in bringing the story to life, crafting a one-hour Pilot. Your ability to balance the delivery of comedy and relatability will be key to this role.

Responsibilities:

•Collaborate with one of the creators of the production company to write the Pilot. Work with existing draft scene by scene summary to expand to include dialogue and formatting

• Contribute fresh ideas for scenes, dialogue, and plot points.

• Participate in virtual meetings with the creator.

• Work under a tight deadline, integrating feedback.

Qualifications:

• Moderate experience as a Screenwriter. This would be an ideal opportunity for a non-guild, MFA-level screenwriter, or screenwriter in the early stages of their career willing to partner up.

• Strong storytelling skills with the ability to write engaging dialogue and develop characters.

• Works in Final Draft.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Has writing samples and/or produced work (shorts, student films, etc.) to showcase.

How to Apply:

Please submit your credits, a brief cover letter, and one writing script sample that highlights your comedic storytelling abilities. In your cover letter, tell us why you’re drawn to this project.

Application Deadline: October 7, 2026

Compensation: Please provide initial bids for writing the 1-hour pilot with 2 revisions as a fixed bid.

We look forward to reading your work and potentially having you join our creative team as we bring this compelling story to life.

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