COMEDY WRITER | SHORT FORM (EXPERIENCE REQUIRED)

LA 411; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,350 - 92,250; Full time

Job summary

LA 411 seeks a Comedy Writer for a contracted position based in Los Angeles, CA. The role involves developing original, situational comedy content for platforms like Instagram and TikTok, focusing on grounded, character-driven narratives. Candidates should demonstrate real experience in comedy writing, understanding rhythm and voice. Pay ranges from $300 to $500 per day, contingent on experience. Interested applicants must provide writing samples and are expected to start with a paid test assignment.

Qualifications

• Experience writing for performance, including sketch and digital content.
• Ability to create situational comedy grounded in real-life dynamics.
• Samples of previous comedy work required.

Responsibilities

• Develop a steady stream of original, situational comedy content.
• Write content that feels real and stands out.
• Collaborate on a paid test assignment before full engagement.

Skills

Comedy writing experience

Understanding of short-form content

Ability to write for performance

Ability to lock into the voice and rhythm

Job description

COMEDY WRITER | SHORT FORM (EXPERIENCE REQUIRED)

This is a Contracted position in the field of Film / Motion Picture Production, located in Los Angeles, CA.

The position pays $300.00 — $500.00 per day.

The employer is Zachary Roozen.

I am looking to source a comedy writer for an actor looking to grow short‑form presence on Instagram and TikTok. This is not for a one‑off script. I am looking for someone who can help develop a steady stream of original, situational comedy content from the ground up. The tone is grounded, character‑driven, and built around real‑life social dynamics such as awkwardness, overthinking, masculinity, Gen Z culture, perception, etc. Not stand‑up, but rather easy lift, repeatable, and situational comedy based around personality. Think along the lines of creators like Manon Mathews or Hallie Batchelder —but from a male perspective. Sharp, specific, and rooted in behavior, not just punchlines. What I need is someone who understands short‑form comedy at a high level. I need someone who can take a simple premise and elevate it. Someone who knows how to write for performance, not just words on a page. The goal is to create content that feels real, hits quickly, and actually stands out. This is a paid position.

You should have real experience writing comedy: whether that’s sketch, stand‑up, digital content, or anything similar. I’m not looking for generic content writers or people who rely on surface‑level jokes. I want someone who can lock into my voice, understand rhythm, and sharpen. If you reach out, include samples of your work. Even better if you’ve written or created short‑form content yourself. If this is a fit, we’ll start with a paid test assignment and go from there. Looking for someone who wants to actually build something, not just complete tasks.