About the project

We're producing a 100-episode Tamil language Long Running Series of 100 episodes. We're looking for a writer who can build characters audiences return to every day and sustain story momentum across a long run without losing quality or consistency.

Role

You'll work with the platform, production head and management to develop and write the series, from story arcs through final episode scripts, while keeping pace with the production schedule.

Responsibilities
Develop the overall story bible: premise, character profiles, relationships, and major arcs across 100 episodes
Premise has already been identified, the story and characters are to be crystallised.
Break the series into season/block-level arcs and episode-wise one-liners
Complete the pitch related deliverables, and once greenlit, get into the full screenplay writing process.
Craft solid episode hooks and cliffhangers to keep viewers returning
Maintain continuity of characters, timelines and plot points throughout the series
Once greenlit, deliver scripts on a fixed schedule as per platform requirement
Revise scripts based on feedback from the director, producers and channel/platform




Adapt storylines quickly in response to audience response, TRP/viewership data, or production constraints (actor availability, locations, budget)

Requirements
Excellent command of written and spoken Tamil, with an ear for authentic dialogue across regions, generations and social backgrounds
3 years of writing experience, with OTT work preferred
Young content sensibility
Proven ability to sustain a long-form narrative over many episodes
Solid understanding of screenplay structure, pacing and episodic storytelling
Ability to work under tight deadlines and produce consistent volume
Open to feedback and comfortable collaborating in a writers' room

Positive to have
Credits on a Long Running Series for an OTT platform
Familiarity with the audience profile and current Tamil TV/OTT trends
Working knowledge of English for coordination with production and platform teams
Experience with screenwriting software (Final Draft, Celtx, Fade In) or Tamil typing tools

*Interested candidates, please share your profile with us at [email protected].

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Writer – Tamil Long Running Series Chennai (India)
🏢 Asiaville interactive
📍 India