YouTube Researcher + AI-Assisted Scriptwriter

Posted 3 weeks ago

Worldwide

Summary

YouTube Researcher + AI-Assisted Scriptwriter I am looking for a freelance YouTube researcher and AI-assisted scriptwriter for an established documentary-style channel focused on fashion history, iconic women, interiors, old Hollywood, royalty, famous homes, and cultural history. I need someone who can research deeply and turn that research into engaging long-form scripts that keep viewers watching. This is a competitive niche, so the scripts must feel more specific, more interesting, better researched, and stronger than similar videos on YouTube. You may use AI to help with structure and drafting, but the final script must be fact-checked, sourced, natural, and written in a polished documentary style. I do not want generic AI writing, vague filler, repeated phrasing, fake facts, or slow introductions. Responsibilities: Research topics using reliable sources, articles, books, interviews, archives, museum pages, and biographies Write full YouTube scripts from the research Create strong hooks that grab attention quickly Structure scripts for pacing, curiosity, and viewer retention Find specific names, dates, quotes, places, objects, fashion details, interiors, products, and visual details Suggest title ideas, opening hooks, and chapter structure Include source links for major facts Write in a polished, natural, documentary-style tone Help make each video feel original, premium, and stronger than competing videos Topics may include Jackie Kennedy, Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn, Princess Diana, old Hollywood icons, royal women, designers, famous homes, interiors, etiquette, and luxury history. Ideal candidate: Excellent English writing skills Strong research skills Understands YouTube pacing and retention Can write engaging, non-generic scripts Comfortable using AI responsibly Able to fact-check and provide sources Interested in fashion, history, interiors, biographies, and culture Reliable and organized Deliverables per video: Full researched YouTube script Source links 3–5 title ideas 2–3 hook options Suggested chapter structure Notes for visuals or B-roll when useful Please apply with: A short introduction Relevant writing or research samples Your rate per script or hourly rate A brief note on how you would make a script stronger than a competing video on the same topic This is a part-time freelance role with ongoing work available for the right person

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  • 3-6 months
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  • Remote Job
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Member since Feb 21, 2021
  • United States
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  • $14K total spent
    24 hires, 6 active
  • 17 hours
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