WWE is Looking for New Writers

WWE is looking for new writers. The company is looking to hire a new “Creative Writer” to add to their pool of 25+ writers already on staff.

The position, which can be found and applied for at the company’s corporate website, is described as follows,

“WWE develops and produces the last of the great variety shows on television, combining all the elements of entertainment: sitcom, talk show, soap opera, action-adventure, and drama. With 52 weeks of original programming, without an off-season or re-runs, it is quite a creative challenge to keep characters and story lines interesting and compelling. That’s where you come in!

Responsibilities:
Develop and implement creative storylines for broadcast and the WWE Network
Collaborate with a team of home-based writers to build compelling RAW/ SD stories that capture the audience and generate buzz
Consistently improve and refine storylines
Use consumer insights and social media to deliver impactful storylines that are consistent with the WWE brand and each talent’s skills and history”

If you match the qualifications the job requires, feel free to follow your passion and pursue a writing job with World Wrestling Entertainment.

Qualifications:
Minimum of five years of TV/Film writing and production experience
Professional TV staff experience in drama and comedy a plus
Writing and directing reality television a plus
Experience in all aspects of live TV production a plus
Highly creative (a prolific idea generator)
Plugged into pop culture
Able to work closely and effectively with Talent, Writers, and Producers throughout the creative process
Strong understanding of WWE’s audience (demographic and psychographic) a plus
Must live in New York City/Stamford, CT area OR be willing and able to relocate there
Strong knowledge of WWE shows, talent, and storylines
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment
Flexible travel schedule (extensive travel required)
BA/BS in Film, TV, Drama, Media Studies, Communications or similar field of study or industry experience in lieu of degree

Editor’s Note:
I’m just going to apply. Period. I will get rejected because I don’t have five years of TV/Film writing experience, but by God, I have a Communications degree and SOMEONE needs to be writing better stuff for these guys!