Call for vertical drama story proposals - a job post by Jojo Luu
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Call for Vertical Drama Story Proposals
| Seeking | Screenwriter |
|---|---|
| Location | Los Angeles, California |
| Status | Development |
| Type | Episodic |
| Genre | Drama • Fantasy • Science Fiction • Thriller / Suspense • Romantic • Thriller |
| Date Added | Apr 15, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Date Updated | Apr 15, 2026 |
| Deadline | Oct 15, 2026 |
About the job
Through our stable, long-term collaborations with major content platforms, we are pleased to invite submissions for vertical drama script proposals.
We are currently accepting proposals for both live-action and AI-generated vertical short dramas, as outlined below:
Live-Action Projects
- Genres: including but not limited to romance, revenge, fantasy, and werewolf-related plots
- Format: 55–60 episodes
- Script Fee: USD 2,000–5,000
AI-Generated Projects
- Genres: including all live-action genres, plus sci-fi, suspense, fantasy, and gaming-related concepts
- Style: AI projects may be more imaginative and visually ambitious in concept
- Format: 35–40 episodes
- Script Fee: USD 1,000–2,000
Please note that we are currently accepting proposals only at this stage. If a proposal is selected, the writer will then be invited to develop the full script.
Proposal Requirements:
- Reference or source IP (such as a hit vertical drama, novel, etc.), if applicable
- For original projects: examples of the writer’s previously successful vertical drama work
- Genre
- Core Premise: what is the central concept or emotional engine of the story?
- Market Appeal / Hook: what makes this project exciting, binge-worthy, and commercially promising?
- One-Line Logline
- Character Profiles
- A Detailed Story Outline
- A 200-word Outline
Send materials to: jojoooluu@gmail.com
Subject line: Vertical Drama Proposal – [Your Name] – Live Action/AI
Writers with strong commercial storytelling instincts and high-concept vertical drama ideas are warmly welcome to submit.
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Dear Hiring Team,
My name is D. Daniel Dove, and I am a commercial focused storyteller with a strong understanding of high retention, binge driven vertical drama formats. I am writing to express my interest in developing both Live Action and AI generated vertical drama projects under your current call for proposals.
What sets my work apart is my focus on emotional hooks, fast paced narrative escalation, and audience retention psychology, which are key elements that drive success on major content platforms. I specialize in crafting stories that open with immediate tension, sustain curiosity through layered reveals, and end episodes with compelling cliffhangers that keep viewers engaged.
I am particularly drawn to high performing genres such as romance, revenge, and supernatural storytelling including werewolf dynamics, as well as high concept fantasy. I also develop AI driven concepts that expand creative boundaries by blending science fiction, suspense, and game inspired narrative progression to create immersive viewing experiences.
My approach to vertical drama is built on three core strengths. Strong commercial instincts, where every story is designed with viral appeal and monetization potential in mind. Character driven tension, where emotionally complex characters sustain long form engagement. Structured episodic hooks, where each episode is engineered to maximize watch through rates.
I am currently developing multiple original concepts that align closely with your requirements, and I would be excited to submit tailored proposals including full outlines, character arcs, and market positioning.
I am confident in my ability to deliver compelling, platform ready stories that resonate with modern audiences and perform strongly in serialized short form formats.
I would welcome the opportunity to contribute to your slate and can provide proposal materials immediately upon request.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to your response.
Warm regards,
D. Daniel Dove
Professional Story Developer and Scriptwriter
ddanieldove@gmail.com