Freelance Script Writer

Shoutt International Ltd. • Contract • United States • $40 - $80 / hour • 1w ago

We’re looking for a passionate and skilled storyteller who understands the hip-hop landscape and can craft compelling long-form content.

The ideal candidate should have experience in research-heavy documentary-style writing, scriptwriting, or content production, with a strong grasp of engaging narratives that keep audiences hooked for 30+ minutes.

They should be able to analyze hip-hop culture, history, and industry trends while translating that knowledge into gripping scripts. A deep understanding of pacing, storytelling structure, and audience retention strategies is a must.

Our videos rely heavily on external clips—including interviews, news reports, podcast conversations, arguments, and other sources of information. The candidate must be able to source relevant clips independently to support the script and storytelling.

Job Requirements

- Experience: 2+ years in content creation, documentary filmmaking, or scriptwriting for YouTube

- Writing & Research: Strong research skills with the ability to break down complex topics in an engaging way

- Storytelling & Structure: Ability to structure long-form content (30+ minutes) for high engagement

- Clip Sourcing: Must be able to find and organize relevant clips (interviews, podcasts, reports, etc.) to support storytelling

- SEO & YouTube Strategy: Understanding of YouTube’s algorithm, audience retention, and analytics

- Work Ethic & Speed: Must be able to work under tight deadlines, as the channel releases multiple videos per week

- Passion for Hip-Hop Culture: In-depth knowledge of hip-hop history, artists, industry politics, and trends

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $40.00 - $80.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week

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