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An AI studio and streaming platform where we experiment, develop and release original series and films constantly. No development purgatory.\nBuilt for mobile-first viewing, TrueShort delivers premium, bingeable storytelling across an expanding slate of genres, reimagining how modern audiences discover and experience great stories.\nOur team is experimenting at the frontier of AI-powered entertainment production across animation, live action, and emerging storytelling formats.\nBacked by Jeffrey Katzenberg (Founder of DreamWorks), Scott Belsky, Ravi Nandan (A24), Khosla Ventures, and others.\nRole Overview\nWe’re looking for Writers to help develop and write original episodic series across a wide range of genres and formats.\nWriters at TrueShort work closely with Showrunners and other creative team members to develop weekly episodes, shape story worlds, refine characters, and continuously generate new ideas for ongoing productions.\nThis role is ideal for someone who combines strong storytelling instincts with speed, adaptability, and a curiosity for emerging AI-native creative workflows. 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