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Electrify Video Partners

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Short-Form Writer, Freelance

Content WriterContent WriterContractRemoteSeniorTeam 51-200Since 2021H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United Kingdom

Posted

17 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

GermanEnglish

Job Description

Short-Form Writer, Freelance

Electrify Video Partners

• Develop original short-form video ideas aligned to Simplicissimus’ editorial focus. • Write clear, engaging, and well-researched scripts for short-form platforms. • Craft strong, scroll-stopping hooks and tightly structured narratives optimised for retention. • Translate complex topics spanning history, geopolitics, science, technology, and society into accessible, compelling storytelling. • Work from briefs or existing long-form content to create short-form adaptations where relevant. • Collaborate with Art Directors, Editors and Animators to ensure scripts translate effectively into visual storytelling. • Iterate on scripts based on feedback and performance insights. • Stay up to date with short-form trends, formats, and platform best practices. • Contribute to occasional branded content ideation where required.

Job Requirements

  • German language proficiency (essential)
  • Proven experience writing high-performing short-form content for social platforms
  • Strong understanding of hook-writing, pacing, and retention strategies
  • Ability to simplify complex topics without losing accuracy or nuance
  • A genuine curiosity across a wide range of topics, including history, geopolitics, science, technology, and society
  • Experience writing for visual formats
  • Strong research skills and attention to factual accuracy
  • Ability to work efficiently and deliver high-quality output within a limited time allocation
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with remote teams
  • Background in journalism, documentary, or factual storytelling
  • Experience working with educational or documentary-style content.

Benefits

  • Work from anywhere
  • Flexible hours
  • Employee referral program
  • The opportunity to work in a fast-paced, vibrant, dynamic, and innovative environment where you can learn and grow quickly
  • A supportive, inclusive and collaborative team

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