Script Writer

ZenaTech Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ZenaTech Inc. is looking for a highly skilled Video Script Writer in Toronto. The role focuses on creating compelling scripts for short-form social videos such as Reels, Shorts, and TikTok, translating complex topics into engaging content.

You will be part of the executive content team, helping to shape the voice of the CEO and ensuring timely script delivery. The position requires 3–5 years of experience in social media writing and a strong grasp of personal brand building.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in social media content writing, copywriting, or video scripting.
• Proven experience writing for short-form, social-first video.
• Strong understanding of personal brand building, especially for executives.

Responsibilities

• Write high-impact scripts for short-form social video.
• Translate complex business topics into simple, engaging narratives.
• Capture and refine the executive’s authentic voice.

Skills

Social media content writing

Copywriting

Video scripting

Personal brand building

Job description

ZenaTech is a global, Nasdaq-listed technology company focused on design and manufacturing AI-powered drones, providing Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) and enterprise software offerings, and defense solutions. Through its subsidiaries and brands, including ZenaDrone, DaaS, and others, the company supports commercial and government customers with automation platforms for inspections and field operations, improving efficiency, reducing manual labor, and enabling faster, data-driven decisions. The company is growing its operating footprint across North America, Europe, UAE and Taiwan while commercializing and implementing its solutions.

This position is 5 days in office and is not offered hybrid or remote

Position Overview

We’re hiring a highly skilled Video Script Writer to lead content creation for the personal brand of our CEO operating in a B2B and B2G,environment. This role is fully focused on short-form social video—including Reels, Shorts, and TikTok-style content—with an emphasis on turning complex, professional subject matter into clear, engaging, and authoritative content.

You’ll work with our executive content team to shape our CEO's voice online, translating ideas into compelling scripts that build credibility, trust, and influence at scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Write high-impact scripts for short-form social video (Reels, Shorts, TikTok)
• Translate complex business topics into simple, engaging, audience-friendly narratives
• Capture and refine the executive’s authentic voice, tone, and point of view
• Expected output: 3–5 scripts per week, with same-day turnaround on priority content.
• Partner directly with the leadership member to develop content ideas and messaging
• Optimize scripts for attention, retention, and engagement (hooks, pacing, CTAs)
• Adapt messaging specifically for professional audiences across B2B, B2G, and B2D spaces
• Stay on top of social media trends and formats, applying them appropriately within a professional context
• Iterate quickly based on feedback and content performance

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in social media content writing, copywriting, or video scripting
• Proven experience writing for short-form, social-first video (Reels, Shorts, TikTok)
• Strong understanding of personal brand building, especially for executives or industry leaders
• Demonstrated ability to simplify and communicate complex or technical subject matter
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with same-day delivery expectations
• Strong instinct for what performs on social media (hooks, structure, tone)
• Comfortable working onsite in downtown Toronto

Nice-to-Have

• Experience working with executives, founders, or public-facing professionals
• Background in professional services, government, or enterprise sectors
• Familiarity with content analytics and performance optimization
• Experience collaborating with video production teams

We use artificial intelligence to review and screen applications and materials. However, every candidate we move forward with is reviewed and selected, and all final hiring decisions are made, by a member of our hiring team.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity utilizing hiring practices on merit and business needs. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and all others of legally protected status.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.