Video Script Writer

Responsibilities

• Pitch new video ideas every week, with a clear hook and format for each
• Turn research, consumer reviews, expert calls and hands-on product tests into tight scripts for organic, paid and lifecycle videos
• Write multiple ad variants (hooks, lengths, calls to action) for paid testing
• Script short lifecycle videos for email, retargeting and onsite journeys
• Build shot-by-shot storyboards so the shoot runs fast and the editors know exactly what to deliver
• Write strong hooks for the first few seconds of every video
• Adapt one idea into multiple lengths and formats across organic, paid and lifecycle
• Write companion articles based on the same research
• Join shoots to make sure the script works on camera, and adjust on the fly
• Fact-check claims and keep scripts in line with ConsumerAffairs editorial standards

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years of experience in writing, content or video
• A portfolio of scripts, videos or writing, including things you’ve made on your own outside of class or work
• Can explain how the YouTube, TikTok and Instagram algorithms work and why hooks and retention matter
• Understands the difference between content that earns views and content that drives a click or sign-up
• A clear, conversational writer who can write for the ear, not just the page
• Comfortable doing research and interviewing experts
• Able to sketch out a storyboard using whatever tool works (paper, Canva, Figma, Frame.io , etc.)
• AI native: uses AI tools to research, outline and draft faster
• Curious, proactive and excited to try new formats and strategies

Preferred

• Wants to be on camera and could serve as the category’s on-camera host
• Experience writing ad creative or UGC-style ad scripts
• Background in journalism, communications, broadcast, film or digital media
• Basic video editing skills
• Interest in consumer products, reviews or personal finance