Scriptwriter - Eaglevision, Malay Productions

HYPERSCAL SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. is seeking a content writer to conceptualise and script for TV and digital platforms across Malay productions.

You will research and draft programme proposals for single and serial dramas, as well as info-educational and entertainment formats. The role requires strong writing and scripting abilities, excellent Malay and English for business purposes, and the ability to communicate with staff and the public.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in media, communication, creative writing or equivalent.
• Excellent writing and scripting abilities demonstrated in samples or prior work.
• Interest in television, media, and content development across platforms.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualise content for TV and digital platforms.
• Conduct research and write programme proposals for Malay productions (single, serial, info-educational, entertainment).
• Write content scripts for various genres: drama, children, info-ed, entertainment; prepare scripts for interstitials, trailers and digital stories uploads.
• Prepare concept submissions for pitching and management presentations.
• Produce generic and episodic storylines.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Writing and scripting experience

Strong interest in TV and media

Education

Diploma/Degree in Media, Communication, Creative Writing

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Mediacorp is Singapore's largest content creator and national media network, operating a suite of TV channels, radio stations, and multiple digital platforms. Its mission is to engage, entertain, and enrich audiences by harnessing the power of creativity.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where talent thrives. Our hiring decisions are made based on merit and fit-to-role. If you have a disability or special need which requires accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application. We will be happy to support as necessary.

Thank you for your interest and application to this role. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conceptualise content for TV and digital platforms
• Conduct research and write programme proposals for single, serial dramas, info-educational and entertainment programmes for Malay productions
• Write content scripts for various genres: dramas, children's, info-ed, entertainment, as assigned; as well as scripts for interstitials, trailers and digital stories uploads
• Prepare concept submissions for pitching and management presentations
• Produce generic and episodic storylines

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma/Degree in Media, Communication, Creative Writing or equivalent
• Excellent writing skills
• Writing and scripting experience is a plus
• Strong interest in television and media
• Effectively bilingual in English and Malay for business purposes.
• Able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and with the public

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - Mediacorp Pte. Ltd.