Scriptwriter / Story Editor (YouTube-Native)

Sundaa; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Sundaa in Bengaluru is seeking a YouTube-native Scriptwriter/Story Editor to craft engaging, concise scripts for animated educational videos (5–12 minutes). You will shape story structure, hooks, and pacing to hold attention and boost retention.

Collaborate with the Channel Manager and Animation Producer, revise scripts based on performance data, and adapt content for Shorts when needed. A strong portfolio of published YouTube scripts is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience writing for YouTube or digital video platforms.
• Strong understanding of hooks, pattern interrupts, and retention.
• Ability to write for voiceover and animation.
• Experience revising scripts based on feedback and data.
• Portfolio with published YouTube scripts or videos.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit scripts for animated YouTube videos (5–12 minutes).
• Create strong hooks in the first 5–10 seconds.
• Structure stories for high audience retention (setup → tension → payoff).
• Rewrite scripts based on performance feedback and retention data.
• Adapt scripts to match channel voice and visual style.
• Collaborate with the YouTube Channel Manager and Animation Producer.
• Convert long-form scripts into Shorts-ready versions when required.

Skills

YouTube scriptwriting

Retention storytelling

Voiceover writing

Feedback-based writing

Published scripts portfolio

Job description

Scriptwriter / Story Editor (YouTube-Native)

We are building an educational YouTube channel focused on delivering informative, fact-based, and general knowledge content. Our goal is to simplify useful knowledge and present them in a visually compelling and entertaining way — more like informative storytelling.

Role Summary

We are looking for a YouTube-native Scriptwriter / Story Editor who understands how to write stories that hold attention, drive retention, and reward watch time.

This role focuses on story structure, pacing, and hooks, not long‑form prose or traditional screenwriting.

Key Responsibilities

• Write and edit scripts for animated YouTube videos (5–12 minutes)
• Create strong hooks in the first 5–10 seconds
• Structure stories for high audience retention (setup → tension → payoff)
• Rewrite scripts based on performance feedback and retention data
• Adapt scripts to match a defined channel voice and visual style
• Collaborate closely with the YouTube Channel Manager and Animation Producer
• Convert long‑form scripts into Shorts‑ready versions when required

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience writing for YouTube or digital video platforms
• Strong understanding of:
  • Hooks and pattern interrupts
  • Open loops and curiosity gaps
  • Retention‑focused storytelling
• Ability to write for voiceover and animation
• Comfortable writing concise, conversational narration
• Experience revising scripts based on feedback and data
• Portfolio with published YouTube scripts or videos

Nice to Have (Strong Plus)

• Experience with animated or explainer content
• Understanding of YouTube analytics (retention graphs, drop‑off points)
• Experience writing Shorts, Reels, or TikTok scripts
• Familiarity with AI‑assisted writing workflows
• Scripts that consistently hold viewer attention past the 30–60 second mark
• Clear improvement in audience retention and watch time
• Stories that translate smoothly into engaging animation
• Fast turnaround with high‑quality revisions

Note: This is a YouTube‑specific writing role. Traditional screenwriting or novel‑writing samples alone will not be considered.

We appreciate your interest in our job opportunities and our company. Our team carefully evaluates each application to identify the most suitable candidates for the role. Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. However, if your qualifications align with our requirements, we will contact you to discuss the next steps in the selection process.