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Scriptwriter and Creative Strategist

UnseriousNew York, NYJune 6th, 2026
Sooooo....I am hiring!I am looking for a second Creative Strategist to join Unserious .You'll be writing short-form scripts for our Founders and Creators for their organic and sponsored posts.Here's what I am looking for:Someone with extensive script-writing experienceExperience writing across various nichesUnderstands the nuance between organic content and sponsoredYou understand hooks (visual, verbal, etc.)You have proof that your content performsYou can adapt to different voicesHere's the full job description:I am looking to fill this role ASAP!Posted by : Qetsiyah Jacobson, FounderAbout Unserious Unserious is a media company and marketing agency supporting creators, founders, and brands in building influential personal brands and digital platforms.On the agency side, we work with full-time content creators, internet-native founders, and executives — ranging from multi-million-dollar CEOs to well-known online creators — producing high-quality, social-first content across YouTube, podcasts, and short-form platforms.Our clients and collaborators have been featured in Forbes 30 Under 30 , InStyle , Yahoo News , and Business Insider , among other major publications.We're building a small, highly capable team that values quality, speed, and clear systems over chaos.The Opportunity We're looking for a skilled Short-Form Scriptwriter to join our contractor team on a full-time basis. This is a scripting-first role built for someone who understands the nuance between organic and sponsored content and knows how to write for the scroll.What You'd Do Write organic and partnership content and short-form video scripts for 3–4 client accountsDevelop hooks, transitions, and CTAs optimized for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube ShortsAdapt scripts to each client's voice, tone, and content goalsCollaborate with our creative team to align scripts with broader content strategyDeliver clean, brief-ready scripts that video editors can execute without back-and-forthNice to Have Familiarity with content strategy and content pillar frameworksExperience writing for creator-led or personal brand accountsComfort writing across niches (career, lifestyle, wellness, business)What We're Looking For Proven experience writing short-form video scripts, especially UGC-style contentStrong understanding of what makes content stop the scroll — hooks, pacing, structureAbility to write in multiple voices and adapt quickly to new briefsSelf-sufficient: you read the brief, ask the right questions, and deliverReliable, communicative, and deadline-drivenCompensation & Details Hours: 40hrs/weekEngagement Type: Full-time contractorLocation: Remote (EST timezone preferred or compatible hours)Rate: To be discussed based on experiencePayment: Monthly retainer, paid on the last business day of each monthWe're building a team of self-starters who do their best work without hand-holding. If that's you, we'd love to hear from you.#J-18808-Ljbffr