Skill

Scriptwriting

Video, Photography and Film Production

Scriptwriting is the process of writing the text for films, television shows, plays, video games, or podcasts, encompassing dialogue, action lines, and scene structure in an industry-standard format. Scriptwriters must understand pacing, character voice, and visual storytelling since scripts serve as blueprints for directors, actors, and production crews. It's practiced professionally in entertainment industries and as a creative hobby by aspiring writers.

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Scriptwriting in the job market

Last checked September 12, 2026

Open roles: 6
Employers: 5
Median pay: —
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Open roles requiring Scriptwriting (6)

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Producer, CNN en Español

Warner Bros. Discovery

Miami, FL

A senior producer role at CNN en Español responsible for editorial leadership, rundown creation, and multi-platform content strategy. This position suits experienced broadcast journalists who excel under deadline pressure and can shape compelling storytelling across news platforms while understanding the U.S. Hispanic audience.

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Producer, FOX Nation

Supercast

Full-time · New York, NY · $83,000 – $103,000

This role produces live streaming content for FOX Nation's 24/7 streaming service, managing shows from conception through broadcast while coordinating with multiple departments. It suits experienced television producers comfortable working nights and weekends in a high-pressure news environment.

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[WEBTOON] Social Media Script Writer/Video Editor (Freelancer)

Wattpad

Contract · El Segundo, CA · $40 – $50 / hour · Remote

This freelance role combines social media scriptwriting with video editing for a major entertainment platform, creating short-form content for TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. It suits creative professionals who excel at visual storytelling, have strong editing skills, and understand how to craft emotionally resonant narratives for large online audiences.

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Senior Producer, Vertical Video, Opinion Shows

The New York Times Company

Full-time · New York, NY · $140,000 – $160,000

The New York Times Opinion section seeks a Senior Producer to lead its short-form vertical video operation, managing a team while overseeing editorial decisions, video production, and creative direction across commentary and reporting. This role suits someone with substantial experience in digital news video production and team leadership who thrives in a fast-paced newsroom.

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Writer/Producer

BlazeTV

Full-time · Dallas, TX

This role produces daily news and commentary content for a conservative media outlet, writing scripts and coordinating production elements for on-air shows. It suits someone who can work quickly under deadline pressure while collaborating with hosts and managing multiple production tasks simultaneously.

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Sr. Producer, CNN VOD Streaming

Warner Bros. Discovery

Full-time · $94,500 – $175,500

CNN seeks an experienced video producer to develop and execute original long-form content for its subscription service, combining shooting, editing, and storytelling skills with editorial leadership across multiple concurrent projects.

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Roles that use Scriptwriting

Employers hiring for Scriptwriting

5 in total, most open roles first.

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