Short Form Social Media Video Scriptwriter (Remote)

Content Launch; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Content Launch is a remote-friendly content creation agency helping service-based businesses grow their brand with short-form content. As a writer, you will craft 25–40 second scripts optimized for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts, with hooks and pacing that drive engagement.

You’ll also include simple filming notes to guide our production team and adapt your writing style to match diverse client brands.

Qualifications

• Strong writing and storytelling skills for social video formats.
• Deep understanding of engagement drivers on IG Reels, TikTok and Shorts.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail across multiple brands.

Responsibilities

• Write engaging scripts for 25–40 seconds across multiple industries.
• Create hooks that grab attention in the first seconds and maintain pacing.
• Provide filming and shot suggestions for production teams.

Skills

Engagement

Storytelling

Writing

Communication

Attention to detail

Brand voice adaptation

Industry versatility

Short-form video editing knowledge

Job description

Content Launch is a full-service content creation agency that helps service-based businesses generate leads and scale their brand through organic social media. From strategy and scriptwriting to filming, editing, and posting, Content Launch handles the entire content pipeline - so business owners can focus on running their business while their online presence grows. Specializing in short-form viral content, Content Launch combines data-driven frameworks with authentic brand storytelling to turn attention into revenue.

Company Description

Content Launch is a full-service content creation agency that helps service-based businesses generate leads and scale their brand through organic social media. From strategy and scriptwriting to filming, editing, and posting, Content Launch handles the entire content pipeline - so business owners can focus on running their business while their online presence grows. Specializing in short-form viral content, Content Launch combines data-driven frameworks with authentic brand storytelling to turn attention into revenue.

Role Description

Content Launch is seeking a creative and strategic Short-Form Social Media Script Writer to join our remote team as a 1099 contractor (part-time or full-time).

In this role, you'll write engaging 25-40 second scripts for service-based businesses across a wide variety of industries. Your scripts should capture attention immediately, maintain strong pacing throughout, and naturally lead viewers toward engagement or conversion.

You'll also include simple filming and videography notes to help our production team execute each concept effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Write high-performing scripts optimized for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.
• Develop compelling hooks that capture attention within the first few seconds.
• Structure scripts with strong pacing and clear storytelling.
• Include filming and shot suggestions to support video production.
• Adapt writing style to match different client brands and industries.
• Stay current on social media trends and viral content formats.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of what drives engagement and virality across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.
• Excellent writing, storytelling, and communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to write for multiple industries and brand voices.
• Familiarity with short-form video editing and content creation workflows is a plus.
• Must be located in the United States.