WWE is on the hunt for new creative minds to help shape the future of RAW, SmackDown, and their other weekly insanity-filled showsbecause lets face it, someones gotta write all that chaos.
According to a new job posting, the company is looking to hire experienced TV or film writers to join the creative team full-time. If youve got at least five years of writing experience and a knack for storytelling that involves steel chairs, betrayal, and entrance music that slapsyou might just be in.
The listing says WWE wants candidates who can develop clearly defined, yet emotionally sophisticated, characters for a diverse group of WWE Talent, and create thought-provoking, captivating, and creative storylines for RAW, SmackDown, and select programming. Translation? You better know how to turn a promo into a full-blown feud and write angles that keep fans chanting for more.
The gig isnt just desk duty either. The new hires will travel weekly to shows (RAW or SmackDown) and rotate through Premium Live Events, while also contributing to weekly creative meetings at WWE headquarters in Stamford, CT. Yes, youll need to be able to write compelling contentthen stand there while it gets re-written mid-show because someone changed their mind in gorilla.
WWEs preferred qualifications include producing/directing experience, work with on-screen talent, and an understanding of the WWE audience. A degree in film, drama, media studies or a validated experience in lieu of a degree is also welcome.
And before anyone gets any ideasyes, WWE made it clear they dont discriminate and will provide reasonable accommodation per ADA law. So whether youre a seasoned screenwriter or a die-hard fan with serious skills, this could be your shot at turning pipe dreams into actual creative gold.
Got what it takes to script the next Bloodline saga or Bray Wyatt-esque mind trip? You know what to do.
Do you think you could write better WWE storylines than what were seeing now? What storyline would you pitch first? Drop your thoughts in the comments belowwe want to hear your best (or wildest) ideas!
