Job Description
I'm looking for a talented screenwriter to transform my non-fiction book - a memoir of my childhood Holocaust survival in Vienna, Austria - into a compelling screenplay.
Key Details:
- The genre of the book is Non-Fiction, specifically a personal memoir
- The screenplay should carry a dramatic tone, highlighting the intensity and gravity of my experiences - Ideal candidates should be skilled in screenwriting and have a deep understanding of how to convey dramatic narratives on screen
- The screenplay should be approximately 120 pages long to conform with standard film industry length.
- The screenplay should be written in industry-standard format (e.g., Final Draft, Celtx).
- Ensure all historical events are depicted accurately and authentically.
- Highlight key emotional moments to generate strong emotional engagement from the audience.
- The screenplay should provide deep character development for key individuals in the memoir.
- Ensure dialogues are believable, period-appropriate, and drive the narrative forward.
- Maintain a well-paced narrative that keeps the audience engaged throughout the screenplay.
- The completed screenplay should be submitted within six months from the start of the project.
- Clearly define the main conflicts and ensure the resolution is satisfying and thought-provoking.
- Include visual metaphors that enhance the storytelling and convey deeper meanings.
This project is perfect for someone who can empathize with the subject matter and translate it into a script that can capture the hearts and minds of an audience.
The screenplay should be approximately 120 minutes long. The screenplay should be narrated in a straightforward chronological order. The screenplay should have a hopeful and resilient visual and thematic tone. Prefer a conversational writing style for the dialogue. Focus on themes of fear and survival throughout the screenplay. The screenplay should appeal to a general audience. Provide regular weekly updates on the screenplay development. Moderate historical research should be conducted to ensure major events are depicted accurately. Use interspersed flashbacks to provide context and depth at critical points in the narrative. The screenplay should be narrated in the first-person perspective.