Children’s Story Writer & Editor

Sleepiest; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A children's audio storytelling company in Leeds is seeking a talented Children's Story Writer & Editor. The role involves creating original multimedia stories that support children's relaxation and emotional growth. You will be part of a dynamic team with flexible working patterns and opportunities for creativity. Ideal candidates will have experience with storytelling for children and a passion for engaging young audiences. This is a part-time position offering competitive monthly compensation.

Benefits

Flat creative team structure

Flexible hours

Monthly retainer

Opportunities for progression

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in creative writing, storytelling, or screenwriting for children aged 5–10.
• Understanding of what captivates young audiences.
• Ability to write imaginative, emotionally grounded stories.

Responsibilities

• Write original bedtime stories for Koala Moon.
• Create upbeat stories for Koala Shine.
• Co-write and edit stories for alignment with existing characters.

Skills

Creative writing

Storytelling

Screenwriting

Attention to detail

Collaboration skills

Job description

We’re looking for a talented and imaginative Children’s Story Writer & Editor to join our Leeds team on a long-term, part-time basis.

At Koala Kids, we create stories that whisper for imaginations that roar — supporting children from birth to school and beyond through our bedtime stories and mindful entertainment. We’re the home of the hit bedtime show Koala Moon (with over 60 million listens!), as well as Koala Shine, Koala Tots, and Koala Sleep Sounds.

If you’re passionate about storytelling that helps children relax, sleep better, and grow their emotional wellbeing through imagination, this could be the perfect role for you.

What you’ll be doing:

As our Children’s Script Writer & Editor, you’ll help shape the next generation of mindful kids’ audio stories. Working closely with our content team, you’ll bring new adventures to life for a global audience of young listeners and their families across our podcasts and YouTube channels.

Your key responsibilities:

• Write original bedtime stories for Koala Moon (ages 5–9)
• Create upbeat, daytime stories for Koala Shine (ages 6–10)
• Co-write and edit stories to ensure they align with our existing characters and world
• Collaborate with producers to refine tone, pacing, and flow for audio performance
• Revise and polish stories based on feedback and listener insights
• Support special projects, with opportunities to write for our adult wellness shows in the future

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in creative writing, storytelling, or screenwriting, ideally for children aged 5–10
• A deep understanding of what captivates and delights young audiences
• The ability to write stories that feel imaginative, emotionally grounded, and performance-ready
• Strong attention to rhythm, language, and pacing for spoken storytelling
• A performance-focused mindset, with curiosity about what connects with our audience and helps us grow new ones
• Openness to feedback and enthusiasm for creative collaboration
• Excellent organisation and reliability in meeting deadlines

What we offer:

• A flat, creative team structure where great ideas thrive
• Flexible start and finish times
• Adjusted working patterns around school holidays (where relevant)
• Mission-driven content that supports children’s wellbeing
• A stable monthly retainer without the uncertainty of freelance cycles
• Clear opportunities for progression as the company grows
• Freedom to explore your own story ideas within our Koala Kingdom
• Opportunities to branch into other audio genres, including adult sleep and wellness content
• A supportive team culture built on kindness, creativity, and collaboration

Details:

• Part-time: 2 days per week
• Location: Leeds (in-office)
• Start date: Flexible, but no later than January
• Benefits: Monthly retainer with pro-rata holiday pay
• Compensation: £1,100–£1,500/month DOE (£33K–£45K pro-rata)

If this sounds like your dream job, we’d love to hear from you! Click Apply and share a short cover letter telling us why you’d be a great fit for the Koala Kids team.