Screenwriter for Psychological/Cosmic Horror Short Film

Project: 12-Minute Horror Short Screenplay (Based on Existing Treatment) I’m looking for an experienced screenwriter to turn my detailed treatment into a 12–15 page horror short screenplay. The tone is psychological, tense, minimal, and character-driven — not gore or slasher. Think Hereditary, The Night House, Coherence, or Other Side of the Box energy. What I Need • Expand my treatment into a full screenplay in proper industry format (Final Draft or equivalent). • Strong pacing, tension, and visual writing that supports atmospheric horror. • Clean dialogue with intention — no filler, no melodrama. • 1–2 revision rounds included. • Final screenplay should be production-ready. About the Project • Estimated runtime: ~12 minutes • Estimated script length: 12–15 pages • Genre: Psychological horror / reality-bending • Delivery: PDF + editable file (.fdx preferred) • I will provide the treatment and tonal references upfront. Ideal Candidate • Has written short films before (not just novels or copywriting). • Has horror writing experience — especially atmospheric or psychological horror. • Can match a clear visual tone and collaborate closely when needed. • Delivers clean structure: setup → escalation → payoff → final sting. Budget My budget is under $650 Please submit: • Your rate • Examples of screenplays you’ve written (horror samples preferred) • A brief note on your approach I’m a filmmaker (director/DP) preparing this for production, so I value clarity, efficiency, and strong cinematic writing. Looking forward to working with someone who understands how to build dread and tension on the page. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job