YouTube Script Writer & Editor: Mastering Hooks & Retention

AFINA; United States; Remote; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

List25 is seeking a sharp Script Writer & Editor for YouTube entertainment. You’ll research topics, write punchy scripts (800–5,000 words), and edit them to maximize hook and retention.

You’ll collaborate with the production team on titles, thumbnails, pacing, and performance-driven revisions, with remote work options and flexible hours.

Remote work, part-time or full-time, in a fast-paced attention economy world.

Qualifications

• Proven experience writing scripts for YouTube with links or samples.
• Master of the hook with strong intros.
• Strong retention planning and pattern interrupts.
• Fast, deadline-driven writer.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit engaging scripts for list-style YouTube videos (800–5,000 words)
• Craft irresistible intros that hook viewers in the first 30 seconds
• Structure scripts to maximize audience retention throughout the video
• Research topics and fact-check content for accuracy
• Collaborate with our production team on titles, thumbnails, and pacing notes
• Revise scripts based on performance data — you're always learning what works

Skills

YouTube scriptwriting

Editing scripts

Research skills

Deadline-driven

Tools

Google Docs

Job description

List25 is seeking a sharp Script Writer & Editor for YouTube entertainment. You’ll research topics, write punchy scripts (800–5,000 words), and edit them to maximize hook and retention.

You’ll collaborate with the production team on titles, thumbnails, pacing, and performance-driven revisions, with remote work options and flexible hours.

Remote work, part-time or full-time, in a fast-paced attention economy world.