Documentary Scriptwriter for YouTube Channel
Worldwide
We run a YouTube channel producing documentary-style videos (15–25 min) and are looking for a scriptwriter who can tell real stories with structure and restraint, not listicles, not topic summaries. You'll be writing: - 2,800–3,500 word scripts, 1–2 per month - Narration written for the ear: cold open, three-act structure, a clear thesis - Research-backed — every claim sourced (we provide research support and briefs) You're a fit if: - You've written video essays, documentaries, or narrative nonfiction (show us a sample) - You think in arguments, not topics - You take notes well and hit deadlines Reference: https://www.youtube.com/@golfcartmedia/videos Pay: Per script, rate based on experience. Bonuses when videos outperform. Consistent writers move to a monthly retainer. Comment "PRO" in your proposal, so I know you read before applying.
- More than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- 6+ monthsDuration
- ExpertExperience Level
$35.00
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$75.00
Hourly- Remote Job
- Complex projectProject Type
Skills and Expertise
Activity on this job
- Proposals:20 to 50
- Last viewed by client:2 days ago
- Interviewing:16
- Invites sent:30
- Unanswered invites:8
About the client
- IndiaChennai11:40 AM
- $1K total spent15 hires, 0 active
- Media & EntertainmentSmall company (2-9 people)
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