YouTuber content writer

Posted 2 weeks ago

Worldwide

Summary

Position OverviewThe YouTube Content Writer is responsible for transforming complex ideas, trends, or stories into highly engaging, well-structured video scripts. This role blends creative storytelling with data-driven optimization to capture audience attention within the first few seconds, maximize watch time, and drive viewer engagement (likes, shares, and subscriptions).Core ResponsibilitiesScriptwriting & Storyboarding: Craft compelling hook-driven scripts, outlines, and visual concepts for long-form videos or Shorts.Topic Research & Ideation: Analyze trending topics, competitive channels, and audience analytics to pitch fresh, viral-ready video concepts.Audience Optimization: Structure narratives explicitly to maximize Audience Retention and Watch Time (e.g., placing strategic mid-video payoffs).SEO Integration: Write click-worthy video titles, metadata, and description copy optimized for the YouTube algorithm.Tone Alignment: Adapt the writing style seamlessly to match the specific voice and persona of the creator or brand. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)The success of this role is measured directly by Click-Through Rate (CTR), Average Percentage Viewed (AVP), and Subscriber Growth.

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • < 1 month
    Duration
  • Entry level
    Experience Level
  • $7.00

    -

    $23.00

    Hourly
  • Remote Job
  • One-time project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Content Writing
Search Engine Optimization
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:15 to 20
  • Interviewing:
    0
  • Invites sent:
    0
  • Unanswered invites:
    0
About the client
Member since Jun 16, 2026
  • TUR
    Ankara5:41 AM
  • $8 total spent
    1 hire, 1 active

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