Script Editor, Fair City

RTÉ; Dublin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RTÉ is Ireland's national public-service media organisation. We are seeking an experienced Script Editor for Fair City, reporting to the Series and Executive Producers.

The Script Editor will work closely with writers, providing feedback to refine drafts while ensuring continuity, budget considerations and correct running times within the show's editorial framework. The role is based in Dublin and the appointment is for one-year fixed term, with a salary scale from €50,127 to €74,713 gross per

Qualifications

• Significant practical experience in serial drama at script editor level or higher.
• Understanding of a serial drama with heavy workload and quick turnaround.
• Strong language and communication skills.
• Education background in language and literature desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with writers at each draft and provide feedback.
• Edit scripts to ensure continuity, budget and running times align with the editorial framework.
• Work within the production team under the guidance of the Executive Producer.
• Support the Fair City production team in day-to-day script development.

Skills

Serial drama experience

Editing/script editing

Team collaboration

Workload management

Education

Language and literature degree

Job description

RTÉ is Ireland's national public-service media organisation. We are embarking upon an ambitious and exciting 5-year transformation strategy to update the way we run the organisation. Our mission is to serve as an independent source of stories, news, information and entertainment for Ireland, reflecting the diversity of its people and providing experiences that enrich the lives of all.

This sense of purpose motivates us to deliver to the highest standards in an environment that is collaborative, supportive and engaging. Attracting and retaining the best talent is key in delivering to our audiences. We want our people to thrive in an environment that values their output.

Meet the team

RTÉ Content is responsible for delivering the most compelling programming and content across our television, radio and digital channels. Drama & Comedy in Content now wish to hire a Script Editor for Fair City.

The Fair City team are responsible for the production of Fair City, which is a prime-time serial drama comprising of 200 episodes per year, broadcasting on RTÉ One, and is a cornerstone of RTÉ One’s schedule and is the primary series in the channel’s drama output.

We are looking to hire an experienced Script Editor for Fair City, reporting to the Series and Executive Producers. the Script Editor is a key member of the production team within Fair City, working within the existing editorial framework as set out by the Executive Producer and the production resources of the show. The Script Editor works closely with the writers at each draft of their scripts and carries out edits with the script writers, giving feedback on their work, suggesting improvements that can be made whilst also ensuring that practical issues like show continuity, budgetary considerations and correct running times are adhered to.

About the role

Th e Script Editor is a key member of the production team within Fair City, working within the existing editorial framework as set out by the Executive Producer and the production resources of the show. The Script Editor works closely with the writers at each draft of their scripts and carries out edits with the script writers, giving feedback on their work, suggesting improvements that can be made whilst also ensuring that practical issues like show continuity, budgetary considerations and correct running times are adhered to.

About you

• Significant practical experience in serial drama, at script editor level or higher, or transferable skills at an equivalent level.
• A good understanding of a serial drama, its inherent heavy workload and high-volume quick turnaround.
• Strong dramatic instincts with exceptional language and communication skills.
• Suitable applicants must have a high standard of education with background in language and literature highly desirable.
• Enthusiasm for, and understanding of, Fair City.
• Ambition for increasing the role of Fair City within Irish culture.
• Team instincts, with an imaginative approach to problem solving.

This appointment will be made at the Script Editor grade and is being offered on a one-year fixed term contract basis. The expected salary on appointment is subject to relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The salary scale for this grade is from €50,127 to €74,713 gross per annum.

Closing date for receipt of applications is: Midnight, Monday, 31 August 2026

Anticipated interview dates: Week commencing 7 September 2026

Cuirfear fáilte roimh iarratais ó daoine go bhfuil dearcadh dearfach acu i leith na Gaeilge. Applications are welcome from people who have a positive outlook to Irish.

Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do – both on-air and behind the scenes. We are committed to building a more inclusive environment and tackling under‑representation while embedding inclusion at every stage of the employee journey.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, social experience, race and ethnicity, disability, civil and family status, religious belief and membership of the Traveller Community.

We are eager to provide reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with any kind of disability. Should you wish to request an accommodation for your interview, we encourage you to let us know when you apply.