YouTube Bodycam Script Writer — Long-Term Work

Posted 2 weeks ago

Worldwide

Summary

'm looking for a scriptwriter to help create engaging police/bodycam videos for a YouTube channel. The goal is to turn researched police/bodycam cases into clear, engaging stories that keep viewers watching from beginning to end. PAY $15 per completed and approved script. Please only apply if you are comfortable with the $15 per script rate. If $15 per script isn't enough for you, please don't apply. WHAT YOU'LL DO Turn provided case research into a complete YouTube script Create a strong opening hook Organize the events into a clear and engaging story Match the narration to the available bodycam footage Keep the pacing moving without unnecessary filler Explain important background and context Highlight important discoveries, twists, and developments Write naturally for a voiceover artist Fact-check the script against the provided research Deliver a finished script ready for voiceover You will be provided with the case research, sources, and available footage. You will not be responsible for finding the cases yourself. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR We're looking for someone who: Has experience writing YouTube scripts Understands YouTube storytelling and viewer retention Can turn research into an interesting story Writes naturally and clearly Avoids unnecessary filler Has strong attention to detail Can follow a specific format and style Can meet deadlines You don't need to use complicated language or write like a journalist. Storytelling, pacing, clarity, and accuracy are more important than fancy writing. We want scripts that make viewers want to know what happens next. PAID TEST The first job will be a paid test. You'll receive one researched case and will turn it into a complete YouTube script. If the work meets our expectations, we'll continue working together on additional videos. TO APPLY Please answer: Have you written YouTube scripts before? Have you written true crime, police, bodycam, documentary, or similar content? What types of YouTube channels have you written for? What is your usual turnaround time for a script? Please send 1–3 examples of your previous work. Briefly explain what you think makes a bodycam story engaging. Please don't send a generic application. I'm looking for someone who understands YouTube storytelling and retention, not just someone who can write grammatically correct sentences.

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  • Last viewed by client:2 weeks ago
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Member since Aug 8, 2026
  • United States
    Lexington8:14 PM
  • 1 hire, 1 active

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