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Seth B.

North Adams, Massachusetts

$100/hr
5.0
313 jobs

You know the ideas you want to share with your audience. I can help you get your message across in a way that's engaging, approachable, and (optionally) fun. Experienced freelance writer with client list ranging from USA Today to Cracked.com to Fodor's Travel Guides. Author of 7 books under my own name (and a number ghostwritten for clients), humor columnist, poet, rapper, and stand-up comedian. Have won many awards for my work, including: *National Press Club award for Humor Columns *Multiple New England Press Association awards for Humor Columns *Multiple Orlando Fringe Festival awards for Lyrics in a Musical *North American Travel Journalists Association award for Travel Brochure *Software Information Industry Association award for Educational Raps Whether you need a great speech or blogpost that holds people's attention, a humorous ad script with visual suggestions, or a rap song explaining a complex topic in a fun way, I will make sure your audience is engaged and entertained so they're receptive to what you have to say.

  • Humor Writing
  • Comedy
  • Humor
  • Creative Writing
  • Lyrics
  • Poetry
  • Content Writing
  • Speech Writing
  • Comedy Writing
  • Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Lyrics Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Rap
Jared N.

Los Angeles, California

$80/hr
5.0
643 jobs

If you're looking to draw in an audience with comedy or have your content really pop, look no further! I'm a trained comedy writer with over a decade of professional experience. I've written Funny Or Die originals, worked in house as a video writer at College Humor, The Disney Channel and Conde Nast, programmed content for a top YouTube channel (The Fine Brothers) and have written humor articles for The New Yorker and McSweeney's. I've also run a production company that focused on branded and commercial work. I consulted on the original Dollar Shave Club video that propelled the company from start-up to billion dollar valuation. As well as being Top-Rated, I have an Expert-Vetted badge -- awarded to the top 1% on the platform. I take my job seriously, work fast, and dedicate my full energy to making sure the best and funniest material is on the page.

  • Humor Writing
  • Comedy
  • Video Editing
  • Film Production
  • Comics
  • Copy Editing
  • Final Draft
  • Copywriting
  • Scriptwriting
  • TV Screenplay
  • Ad Copy
  • Video Production
Richard A.

Los Angeles, California

$85/hr
5.0
387 jobs

As a seasoned Comedy Writer with over 20 years of diverse joke, script, and copywriting experience, I have a proven track record of finding the humor in any subject. Whether you need to punch up a script, deliver a toast, or make your webpage pop, I can customize funny to fit your needs.

  • Humor Writing
  • Comedy
  • Humor
  • Content Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Script
  • Creative Writing
  • Writing
  • Comedy Writing
  • Joke
  • Video Commercial
  • Movie
  • Screenwriting
  • Scriptwriting
  • Speeches
Vannessa J.

New York, New York

$45/hr
5.0
15 jobs

I’m a WGA comedy writer, stand-up comic, and content creator with a background that spans network television, branded campaigns, and top digital media platforms. I’ve written for Saturday Night Live, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, A Black Lady Sketch Show, and A Little Late with Lilly Singh. As well as digital giants like E! News, BuzzFeed, and Bustle. Most recently, I wrote a national commercial and digital series for Major League Soccer starring Issa Rae, blending comedy, cultural storytelling, and branded strategy. Whether I’m writing for the stage, screen, or social, I know how to craft content that connects. I specialize in: • Comedy writing & punch-ups for scripts, pilots, sketches, and shorts • Branded content & commercial scripting (TV, YouTube, IG, TikTok) • Social video scripting (BuzzFeed-style listicles, voiceovers, influencer content) • Clever, on-brand copywriting for Gen Z/millennial-focused brands • Pitch decks, loglines & creative development With experience inside writers’ rooms and media startups, I know how to write fast, funny, and with purpose all while keeping voice, audience, and platform top of mind. Let’s turn your idea into something people actually want to watch, read and share!

  • Humor Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Writing
  • Comedy Writing
  • Script Revision
  • Story Writing
  • Storytelling
  • Film & Video Dialogue
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Entertainment
  • TV Screenplay
  • Business Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Comic Writing
  • News Writing
Beth S.

West Hollywood, California

$65/hr
5.0
102 jobs

- Did you or your kids watch "That's So Raven?" I was a writer on the show and came up with the iconic title. -Do you like Kathy Griffin? I’ve written for her. - Do you like Monty Python? I’ve written for Eric idle. - Do you like Louis Anderson? You've got the idea. My other writing experience includes stand up, sketch, and improv in New York, and Los Angeles. As a copywriter, I’ve worked for several agencies, writing scripts, ads and social media. So whether it's writing your script, punching it up, giving feedback on it, result-delivering ad copy, jokes for your standup routine, or a roast or toast for that big occasion, I'll bring my expertise and skills to get your job to the next level.

  • Humor Writing
  • Comedy
  • Humor
  • Copywriting
  • Comedy Writing
  • Copy Editing
  • Scriptwriting
  • TV Screenplay
  • Joke
  • Speech Writing
Adrian D.

New York, New York

$95/hr
5.0
225 jobs

I may be a top-rated plus Comedy Writer and copywriter with 15+ years of experience, but still, my greatest achievement was winning an argument with my wife one time. Hey. I'm Adrian. I write content that sells. Content that addresses pain points and converts. Content that will get your target audience to laugh. Because humor, when done right, connects and drives results. Notable clients include: General Electric, BBDO NY, Procter & Gamble, Love Island/ITV Studios, Gala Games, Eaton Corporation, Funko Inc., LesserEvil, PeaTos, and so much more. As a COMEDY WRITER (and recovering stand-up comedian), I'll write or punch up your material so that it's dangerously funny. Screenplays, animated series, episodic series, sketches, stand-up, roasts, video game scripts, comics, plays, and more. As a COPYWRITER, I write unique, pinpoint-accurate, and hilarious copy for B2B, B2C, SaaS, fintech, direct response copywriting, email marketing, commercials, corporate videos, VSLs, explainer videos, social media, websites, blogs, slogans, and more. As a SPEECHWRITER, I've written drop-dead funny content for TED talks, TEDx talks, keynotes, fundraisers, weddings, corporate, eulogies, sales summits, motivational, and more. As an AI FILMMAKER, using Google Labs Veo 3, I'm a dual-threat copywriter and AI-video generation specialist, who can concept, write, and fully produce your video end-to-end. I've even created funny content for CPA's, dental hygienists, and data analysts. (They say it couldn't be done.) Comedy Training: Upright Citizens Brigade, Peoples Improv Theater, NY Comedy Club, Broadway Comedy Club, NY Film Academy, Chicago City Limits, The Actor's Project NYC. My expertise is writing and producing humor that sells. And I would love to work with you. You've read this far, so why not holler at me, shoot me a message, or invite me to your project? Let's do this.

  • Humor Writing
  • Comedy
  • Copywriting
  • Ad Copy
  • Speech Writing
  • Advertising
  • Explainer Video
  • Screenwriting
  • Scriptwriting
  • Screenplay
  • Comedy Writing
  • Website Copywriting
  • Direct Response Copywriting
  • Email Copywriting
  • Content Writing

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