Script Writer

2 months ago


Whitechapel, United Kingdom Al-Khair Foundation Full time
Job Description

Role Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Script Writer & Voice Over Artist to join our team at Al-Khair Foundation. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for creating engaging and compelling scripts for various production genres, including documentaries, promotions, news, advertisements, and fillers.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Develop and write high-quality scripts that meet the project's goals and objectives.
  • Collaborate with producers, directors, and other team members to ensure script alignment with the director's vision and project goals.
  • Conduct thorough research on the documentary's subject matter, including historical context, interviews, articles, books, and primary sources.
  • Write engaging and concise narration, dialogues, and voiceovers that resonate with the target audience.
  • Ensure the script aligns with the documentary's purpose and communicates the intended message.
  • Work closely with the producer and other team members to refine the script during production.
  • Coordinate the reading of voice overs with the relevant production and technical personnel.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

  • Excellent scriptwriting, screenwriting, and scripting skills.
  • Experience in video production and audio recording.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Adaptability and ability to work on a variety of subjects and genres.
  • Strong communication skills to convey complex information in a clear and engaging manner.
  • Advantage of video editing skills.
  • Good knowledge and understanding of a studio environment.
  • Good IT skills with the ability to understand basic software used with an IT component.
  • Fluency in spoken and written English.
  • Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines and adapt to change.
  • Ability to work well on own initiative.
  • Flexibility to work additional hours as necessary to fulfil the requirements of the role and meet the business needs.

Person Specification:

  • Good passes in Maths and English at GCSE, O'levels or equivalent qualification.
  • Demonstrable experience in print media for marketing purposes.
  • Demonstrable experience of working in a studio environment with a similar target audience.
  • Good knowledge and understanding of a studio environment.
  • Good IT skills with the ability to understand basic software used with an IT component.
  • Good communication skills, written and verbal.
  • Fluency in spoken and written English.
  • Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines and adapt to change.
  • Ability to work well on own initiative.
  • Flexibility to work additional hours as necessary to fulfil the requirements of the role and meet the business needs.