Script Editor, Fair City at RTÉ

RTÉ; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

RTÉ Dublin is seeking an experienced Script Editor for Fair City to work on-site in a full-time capacity. You will collaborate with the writers to refine drafts, maintain continuity, and ensure running times align with production needs.

Ideal candidates will have significant serial drama experience, excellent language and communication skills, and a genuine enthusiasm for Fair City and Irish culture.

Qualifications

• Significant practical experience in serial drama, at script editor level or higher.
• Strong language and communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for and understanding of Fair City.

Responsibilities

• Edit scripts with writers, provide feedback and improve continuity.
• Ensure running times and budgetary considerations are met.

Skills

Serial drama experience

Script editor level

Strong language & communication skills

Education

High education with background in language and literature

Job description

Script Editor, Fair City - RTÉ Dublin

Apply for Script Editor, Fair City at RTÉ in Dublin, D, IE. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. 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

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 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.

Closing details

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.