Writer's Assistant

NXT Writer's Assistant

The NXT Writer's Assistant will support the NXT Creative Writing Team in all aspects of the Writing process in Orlando, Florida.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take detailed and accurate notes, use those notes to update creative documents including: scripts, talent rosters, Pay Per View Cards, etc.
• Participate and take notes in high level creative writing meetings with Paul Levesque, the NXT Lead Writers and other members of the NXT Creative Writing Team
• Work with the Lead Writer to distribute notes from all meetings to necessary parties to ensure communication amongst all departments
• Follow directions, execute said directions in a timely manner, and at all times pay close attention to detail
• Assist with day to day needs of the writing team at the WWE Performance Center, including helping writers with shoots with talent, promo classes, etc.
• Take initiative and communicate clearly and concisely with the Lead Writers, Writers, Performance Center Coaches and other departments
• Perform clerical tasks such as transcribing, copying and printing documents
• Coordinate with other departments at the Performance Center and NXT Production Team (Props, Talent, Travel, etc.) to ensure all necessary production elements are taken care of for all NXT TV Tapings
• Attend all NXT TV tapings and assist writers with the execution of backstage and in-ring segments, serving as a Runner, coordinating Talent, props and other necessary items
• At NXT TV tapings, update scripts and other necessary documents for the taping. Copy and distribute the most updated documents to the necessary parties
• Assist writers with directing and producing taped backstage scenes and live in-ring promos
• Anticipate the needs of the team and plan ahead to assure efficient departmental functioning
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned/needed

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years TV Writing and/or Production experience preferred, but not required
• Strong WWE and NXT product knowledge
• Time management skills and the ability to work well under pressure
• Strong work ethic and a flexible schedule that allows for long hours and travel as needed
• Willing and able to travel minimally for business to NXT TakeOver Pay Per Views and other necessary NXT Road Shows
• Within reasonable commuting distance from the WWE Performance Center to Orlando FL or be willing and able to relocate there
• Detail oriented, organized and proactive
• Dependable, motivated and eager to learn and assist in the execution of live scripted television
• Clean driver's license and vehicle to be used for business as needed
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and fast typing skills
• Strong Note Taking Skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (both verbal and written)
• BA/BS degree in Film/TV/Drama, Media Studies, Communications, English, or related field of study, is preferred, but not necessary