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Scriptwriter

Headout LI
Location
Remote (India)
Posted
11 days ago
Department
Dex
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 3-5 years of demonstrated narrative or scriptwriting output in audio, video, podcast, or long-form storytelling
  • A writing sample that shows the ability to find a non-obvious story
  • Strong research instincts and comfort digging past first sources
  • Ability to write within a structured creative framework and take editorial notes
  • Curiosity about unfamiliar places and ability to write convincingly about them
  • Reliable availability for iterative turnaround cycles
Nice to have
  • Experience in documentary filmmaking or short-form video journalism
  • Prior freelance experience working to an external editorial framework
  • Interest in history, urban geography, and place-based storytelling
What the job really is

As a Scriptwriter for Headout's Dex team, you will create engaging audio tour scripts for various global venues and neighborhoods. This role involves collaborating with tour producers, conducting in-depth research, and transforming detailed briefs into immersive narratives. You'll work within established frameworks, iterating on your scripts based on feedback to ensure high-quality storytelling.

Things to weigh
  • Role involves multiple rounds of feedback which may require significant revisions
  • Freelance nature of the role may impact job security and consistency of work
  • Structured creative role may not suit those looking for complete creative freedom
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Career value4/5
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