YouTube Documentary Scriptwriter

Posted 2 weeks ago

Worldwide

Summary

We're looking for a talented scriptwriter to create engaging, research-driven YouTube documentaries about TV shows. Topics include: Hidden details and easter eggs Behind-the-scenes stories Unused concepts and deleted scenes Lore and worldbuilding Production history Alternate versions and endings Fan theories backed by evidence Requirements: Excellent storytelling skills with strong audience retention Ability to research from multiple credible sources Write in a conversational, cinematic style (not robotic) Structure scripts with compelling hooks and smooth pacing Native or near-native English preferred Experience writing for YouTube is a major plus Each script will typically be 2,000 to 3,500 words, and we'll provide the topic and direction. If applying, please include: Relevant writing samples or YouTube scripts Any experience with TV/movie content Your rate per script or per word We're looking for someone to build a long-term working relationship with as the channel grows.

  • $20.00

    Fixed-price
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • Remote Job
  • Ongoing project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
YouTube Marketing
YouTube Development
Nice-to-have skills
Social Media Marketing
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:10 to 15
  • Last viewed by client:2 weeks ago
  • Interviewing:
    2
  • Invites sent:
    0
  • Unanswered invites:
    0
About the client
Member since Nov 12, 2025
  • Nigeria
    Lagos5:33 AM
  • $752 total spent
    1 hire, 1 active
  • 145 hours
  • Media & Entertainment
    Small company (2-9 people)

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