At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

As a mid-level Content Creator/Scriptwriter, you will play a pivotal role in crafting compelling narratives and engaging content across various channels, with a particular emphasis on scriptwriting, storyboarding and various multimedia projects for the consumer audiences. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of producing impactful marketing content, a keen understanding of storytelling, and the ability to translate complex ideas into compelling scripts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and produce high-quality scripts and storyboards for all types of video content, including corporate/brand, product, and social media ensuring alignment with brand messaging and campaign/project objectives.
• Collaborate closely with product marketing, design, and production teams to conceptualize and execute creative campaigns that resonate with the target audience.
• Edit and proofread written and script content to maintain consistency, accuracy, and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Actively contribute to the development of creative concepts, content strategies, and calendars.
• Stay current with emerging trends in scriptwriting, content creation, and digital marketing to optimize content performance.

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, English, or a related field.
• 8-10 years years of experience as a Scriptwriter or similar roles, with a focus on script writing for marketing and multimedia projects.
• Strong portfolio showcasing successful script writing projects and diverse writing styles, with focus on consumer hardware technologies, an advantage.
• Proficiency in script writing tools and software, as well as a good understanding of video production processes.
• Familiarity with media production processes and project management tools (such as Asana, Workfront), a plus

SKILLS:

• Excellent storytelling/storyboarding skills and the ability to create compelling narratives that resonate with target audiences.
• Exceptional creative writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Collaborative mindset and a team player attitude with effective communication skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in relevant tools and software for content creation, such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, or other content management systems.

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 05/07/2024 (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline.  If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this posting with a new anticipated application deadline

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