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Author & Writer

影视传媒·采编、写作、出版

Authors and writers create and revise film/television scripts and copy, serving as core content producers.

Daily work

  • 01Conceive plot outlines and character bios, write initial script drafts.
  • 02Revise scripts based on feedback from directors or producers, adjust pacing.
  • 03Plan episode breakdowns ensuring each episode is cohesive and engaging.
  • 04Participate in creative meetings, discuss character development and conflict design.
  • 05Research trending topics in the market, analyze audience preferences to guide writing.

Ability requirements

Hard skills

  • Scriptwriting and structural design
  • Story logic and character development
  • Episode outlining and pacing control
  • Proficiency in film industry software (e.g., Final Draft)
  • Basic knowledge of film production (shooting, editing)

Soft skills

  • Creativity and imagination
  • Stress resilience and emotional management
  • Team collaboration and communication
  • Market sensitivity
  • Self-motivation and continuous learning

Best suited for

Ideal for those passionate about storytelling, with solid writing skills, who can handle multiple revisions under pressure and derive satisfaction from creation.

Less suited for

Not suitable for those who seek stable routines, dislike revisions, avoid teamwork, or cannot tolerate creative blocks.

Salary (monthly)

15KMedian
Bottom 8KTop 35K

Pre-tax estimate, tier-1 cities with social insurance · reference only

Profile

Higher is better
Growth4
AI Resistance4
Autonomy / Remote-friendly4
Transferability3
Stability2
Lower is better
Work Intensity5
Competition4
Entry Difficulty3
Major Relevance3
Education Threshold2

MBTI Fit

INFJINFPENTPINTJENFPESTJESFJISTJ
High growthHigh intensityAI-resistantRemote-friendly

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Disclaimer: Salary figures on this page are estimated pre-tax monthly pay for positions with social-insurance contributions in China's tier-1 cities; other cities are converted using regional coefficients. Dimension scores and MBTI fit are editorial estimates, provided for reference only, and do not constitute any promise or advice.