Film screenwriter
えいがきゃくほんか
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A creative profession that writes scripts for films, articulating story structure, character dialogue, and directorial intent.
Description
Film screenwriters collaborate with planning and production teams, directors, and producers to create the scenario that forms the backbone of the story. They devise characters and settings, refine the plot, and then write scripts that specify dialogue and directorial intent. They revise multiple times based on feedback and finalize the shooting script. Understanding of story structures suited to the film's theme and genre, along with creativity, is required.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of video streaming services, demand for original works is increasing. Opportunities for screenwriters with originality and multimedia adaptability are expanding, while competition is intensifying.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Affiliated with production company / Contract-based / Freelance
Career Path
Assistant screenwriter → Film screenwriter → Script producer → Film producer
Required Skills
Character development / Dialogue writing / Scenario writing / Script software (advanced)
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of video production / Film history research / Research skills / Story structure
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly respond to request changes and rewrite demands during production. |
| Communication Skills | To share intentions with directors and production staff and collaborate. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To create original stories and characters. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Proactivity is needed to propose ideas oneself and lead the story. |
| Planning & Organization | To meticulously plan plots and structures and organize the overall flow. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Due to frequent collaborative work with directors, producers, and other screenwriters. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no opportunities for numerical analysis. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk-based writing work with low physical demands. |
Aliases
- Film scenario writer
- Scenario writer
- Screenwriter
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