Remote Scriptwriter

Description

Remote Scriptwriter

Craft Stories That Captivate — From Anywhere

Introduction to the Role

If you're passionate about storytelling and skilled in transforming ideas into compelling scripts, this is your opportunity to make your mark as a Remote Scriptwriter. With a focus on clarity, narrative flow, and emotional engagement, you'll help bring many creative projects to life. This remote role offers flexibility, creative autonomy, and the chance to work with innovative media teams worldwide.

What You'll Be Doing

Core Responsibilities

  • Write clear, emotionally intelligent scripts for various multimedia formats.
  • Conduct in-depth research to maintain content accuracy and audience relevance.
  • Adapt brand voice and tone to fit the project type and target demographic.
  • Work closely with creative leads, directors, and editors to align script vision with overall project goals.
  • Edit and revise scripts based on team feedback and production needs.
  • Maintain high standards for originality, tone consistency, and storytelling effectiveness.

Your Daily Workflow

Remote Culture and Collaboration

You’ll thrive in a remote-first environment that values creativity, autonomy, and collaboration. Structured check-ins ensure clarity without micromanagement, and asynchronous tools allow freedom to work in your optimal time zone. The remote media writing team is communicative, respectful, and dedicated to shared success.

Tools and Technologies

Platforms and Resources You'll Use

  • Google Docs or Microsoft Word for drafting scripts
  • Final Draft or Celtx for screenplay formatting
  • Slack, Trello, or Notion for task management
  • Zoom or Loom for feedback and collaborative discussions
  • Grammarly and Hemingway Editor for final content polish

Who You Are

Ideal Candidate Profile

This role suits a self-motivated storyteller who thrives on creative challenges and enjoys flexible work setups. You can translate abstract ideas into polished scripts that resonate with audiences. You value structure, clarity, and emotional nuance in your writing.

Qualifications and Skills

Required Experience

  • 3+ years of experience in scriptwriting for media, digital content, or entertainment
  • Strong portfolio showcasing narrative-driven content across formats
  • Excellent command of grammar, tone, and storytelling flow
  • Capable of handling simultaneous assignments with different timelines
  • Experience working with remote teams or independently
  • Familiarity with formatting for both short-form and long-form video content

Preferred Qualifications

  • Background in film, journalism, media production, or advertising
  • Understanding of SEO-driven content without compromising narrative
  • Working knowledge of storyboarding principles or production processes

What Makes This Role Exciting

Benefits and Opportunities

  • Fully remote with flexible working hours
  • Diverse projects that vary from corporate scripts to character-driven stories
  • Clear growth paths for senior creative roles or specialization (e.g., narrative lead)
  • Opportunity to influence storytelling strategies on a global scale
  • Collaboration with an inclusive, forward-thinking creative team

The Impact You Will Make

How You Add Value

With every script you write, you’ll contribute to brand impact, user engagement, and the emotional texture of media that inspires, educates, or entertains. Your voice will help shape how stories are told and received — a role that is both creative and impactful.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Compensation and Culture

  • Competitive annual salary of $69,539
  • Remote-first flexibility to work from anywhere
  • Transparent feedback culture with constructive collaboration
  • Projects that encourage bold, inventive storytelling
  • An inclusive work environment where every voice matters

Application Process

How to Apply

We’ve streamlined our application process to be direct and candidate-friendly:

  1. Provide your resume and examples of past work (cover letter not needed)
  2. If shortlisted, complete a brief scriptwriting exercise
  3. Finalists will join a virtual interview with the content director and creative lead

Ready to Join?

Your Next Chapter Begins Here

If you're ready to shape narratives that matter and work with a team that celebrates creativity and collaboration, this is your sign. Step into a role where your words spark ideas, guide emotions, and drive purpose.

Apply today to script stories that make a difference.