Creative Development Executive @ Inkitt

Inkitt is building the Disney of the 21st Century, standing at the forefront of technology and entertainment. Leveraging AI and predictive algorithms, Inkitt discovers unknown stories and turns them into blockbuster hits, producing a new $1M ebook every 4 weeks and selling directly to consumers through its Galatea app. Inkitt has become the 11th most bestseller-generating publisher in the world, boasting a 40x higher hit-rate than traditional publishers. Recently raising a Series C and backed by some of the top VC’s such as: Khosla, Kleiner Perkins, and NEA Ventures, our recent expansion into GalateaTV is only the beginning of our journey to becoming the next-gen entertainment powerhouse.

What You’ll Do:

Script Development: Read books and provide insightful notes on script adaptations, ensuring fidelity to the source material while enhancing narrative and character development
Vision Realization: Collaborate closely with writers, directors, and producers to see the creative vision come to life, maintaining the integrity of the story and characters
Production Oversight: Participate in set visits to monitor production progress and ensure adherence to the creative vision
Post-Production: Review and provide constructive feedback on cuts of the project, guiding the editing process to achieve the desired emotional impact and narrative flow
Project Management: Manage the delivery of projects, ensuring all elements are completed on time and meet the company’s high standards
Collaboration: Work with producers and other team members to coordinate various aspects of production, fostering a collaborative and creative environment

What You’ll Bring:

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years in a creative development role within the film or television industry, with a focus on romance genres
Knowledge: Familiarity with vertical romance series and a strong love for romance stories
Skills: Excellent reading, analytical, and note-giving skills. Ability to provide clear and constructive feedback
Project Management: Strong organizational and project management abilities, with the capacity to oversee multiple projects simultaneously
Communication: Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with creative and production teams
Passion: A deep passion for storytelling and a keen understanding of what makes romance narratives resonate with audiences

What We’ll Offer:

401k plan, designed to help you save for the future
Health benefits tailored to your needs, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Professional coaching after two years with us
Team-building events, including our annual Tulum trip
Unlimited access to our Galatea app
Unlimited budget for self-development books
Charity donation of your choice at your one year anniversary
Free lunch in office everyday
Class Pass membership for US based employee and gym access for Berlin employees
Dog/cat friendly offices in Berlin and San Francisco

The annual base salary range for this position is $100,000—$120,000 USD. Compensation will be determined by skill level, proficiencies, and experience.

At Inkitt, we strive to build a company culture and provide employment opportunities based on diversity and inclusion. We believe every author should have an equal opportunity to succeed, as should our team members. As a growing team from 20+ countries, we welcome everyone to apply.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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