Spanish Educational Video Scriptwriter / Instructional Content Developer

Idlewild; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Idlewild in New York, NY is seeking a Spanish Educational Video Scriptwriter / Instructional Content Developer. This full-time, on-site role writes clear, engaging Spanish scripts aligned with learning goals and collaborates with educators, curriculum designers, and production teams.

You will draft and revise scripts, storyboard lessons, adapt complex language for learners at different levels, coordinate with video production, and research cultural topics to maintain quality across materials.

Qualifications

• Ability to write clearly in Spanish and adapt tone for different learner levels.
• Experience drafting scripts and storylines for educational videos.
• Familiarity with video production workflows and aligning scripts with visuals.
• Strong writing in Spanish and English with grammar and clarity.
• Experience in language education or instructional design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and revise Spanish video scripts aligned to learning objectives.
• Storyboard educational videos with lesson structures and activities.
• Collaborate with educators, designers, and production teams.
• Coordinate timing with directors, editors, and production schedules.
• Research cultural and linguistic topics to inform content.

Skills

Scriptwriting

Educational scripting

Bilingual English/Spanish

Collaboration

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Linguistics, Spanish, Film, Communications

Job description

Company Description

Idlewild is a language learning organization dedicated to creating engaging and practical educational experiences for learners of all ages. The company focuses on high-quality instructional content that supports real-world communication skills, particularly in Spanish and other widely spoken languages. Idlewild values creativity, pedagogical rigor, and cultural authenticity, working with educators and content creators to develop materials that are both effective and enjoyable. Team members collaborate closely to design resources that reflect diverse perspectives and support inclusive, learner-centered instruction.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in New York, NY for a Spanish Educational Video Scriptwriter / Instructional Content Developer. The role involves writing clear, engaging Spanish-language video scripts aligned with instructional goals, including dialogues, explanations, and activities suited for different proficiency levels. The individual will collaborate with educators, curriculum designers, and production teams to design lesson structures, storyboard educational videos, and refine scripts based on feedback. Day-to-day tasks include drafting and revising scripts, adapting complex language concepts into accessible content, coordinating with video production for timing and visuals, and ensuring that materials align with learning objectives and style guidelines. The role also includes researching cultural and linguistic topics, maintaining consistent tone and quality across content, and contributing ideas for new video series or learning modules.

Qualifications

• Strong Scriptwriting and Scripting skills for educational video content, with the ability to write clearly in Spanish and adapt tone for different learner levels.
• Experience with Screenplays and narrative structure to create engaging storylines and dialogues that support instructional objectives.
• Knowledge of Video Production processes, including working with directors, editors, and production schedules to align scripts with visual and audio elements.
• Excellent Writing skills in both Spanish and English, including grammar, clarity, and audience-appropriate style.
• Advanced proficiency in Spanish, with strong command of vocabulary, grammar, and regional variations; background in language teaching or instructional design is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with pedagogical best practices, including scaffolding, assessment alignment, and learner-centered design for language education.
• Ability to work on-site in New York, NY, collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Linguistics, Spanish, Film, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience creating digital learning materials or educational media content is a plus.