Remote Scriptwriter Job

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Candidate Information

Full Name
Daniel Alexander Takacs
Age
38
Education
MFA
Experience
20 years
Job Type
Full-time

Contact Details

Phone
Address
91 Tremont St.
State
MA
Country
United States

About candidate

About you
I am an award-winning playwright and screenwriter based out of Boston, MA.
What are you looking for in a new role?
Creative fulfillment.
What you are interested in working with us?
I love sotrytelling, and this seems like a wonderful opportunity to stretch my legs.
What has been most challenging experience in a past role?
Client-facing interactions.

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Dan Takacs
91 Tremont St Apt. 2
Cambridge, MA
danielatakacs@gmail.com
216-780-3032

Dear Hiring Manager,

As a playwright, director, and educator with over a decade of experience shaping stories for stage and screen, I have built my career on crafting narratives that spark curiosity, stir emotion, and stay with audiences long after the curtain falls. The Remote Scriptwriter position excites me because it offers the chance to bring that same artistry and precision to a variety of multimedia projects, collaborating with creative teams worldwide while maintaining the flexibility and focus that a remote-first environment fosters.

My work in theatre—spanning devised productions, pantomime, and character-driven plays—has taught me how to translate abstract ideas into vivid, emotionally intelligent scripts. I am adept at adapting tone for different audiences, whether it’s capturing the intimacy of a personal story or the clarity of a corporate message. In addition to my stage work, I have developed and edited scripts for educational programs and digital media, applying research rigor to ensure accuracy while maintaining narrative flow. Collaborating with directors, designers, and performers has honed my ability to integrate feedback seamlessly, ensuring the final product aligns with a shared creative vision.

I am comfortable working with tools like Final Draft, Google Docs, and Slack to manage projects efficiently, and I thrive in self-directed settings where deadlines are met without sacrificing quality. My storytelling blends structure with emotional nuance, and I bring the same dedication to polishing dialogue and pacing as I do to shaping overarching narrative arcs.

I would welcome the opportunity to bring my passion for compelling, adaptable storytelling to your team. Thank you for considering my application; I look forward to the possibility of contributing to projects that inspire, engage, and resonate with diverse audiences.

Sincerely,

Dan Takacs