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Entry Level Animation Script Writing Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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Fort Lauderdale, FL ยท On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

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How much do entry level animation script writing jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level animation script writing in the United States is $15.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.98 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Animation Script Writing vs Entry Level Storyboarding?

AspectEntry Level Animation Script WritingEntry Level Storyboarding
Required SkillsWriting, storytelling, basic animation knowledgeDrawing, visual storytelling, layout skills
Work EnvironmentAnimation studios, media companies, freelanceAnimation studios, film production, freelance
Common Industry UsageCreating scripts for animated videos and seriesPlanning scenes and visual flow for animation projects

Entry Level Animation Script Writing focuses on developing the narrative and dialogue for animated content, while Entry Level Storyboarding involves visualizing scenes through sketches and layouts. Both roles require creativity and understanding of animation production, but scripting emphasizes writing skills, whereas storyboarding emphasizes visual storytelling. They often collaborate but serve different functions in the animation pipeline.

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YouTube Writer / Editor (Animation Team) - Remote

Join the Spy Ninjas Team (Qlay Co.)

Las Vegas, NV โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Description:

Are you obsessed with YouTube storytelling, pacing, and audience retention?

Do you analyze thumbnails, study why videos perform, and constantly think about better hooks, stronger jokes, or more engaging edits?

The Spy Ninjas Animation Team is looking for a YouTube Writer / Editor to help create highly engaging animated content for a massive global audience.

This role is ideal for someone who understands YouTube culture and wants to build content specifically for a YouTube audience โ€” not traditional film, TV, or commercial media.

Youโ€™ll work closely with a creative team to develop ideas, write scripts, shape edits, improve pacing, and help create videos people genuinely want to click on and watch all the way through.

What Youโ€™ll Do
  • Write engaging YouTube-focused scripts and storylines
  • Help brainstorm video concepts, hooks, and episode structures
  • Edit videos with strong pacing, comedic timing, and retention awareness
  • Collaborate on thumbnail direction and click-through optimization
  • Improve content through audience-focused storytelling and performance thinking
  • Work closely with the animation and creative teams throughout production
  • Stay current on YouTube trends, audience behavior, and platform best practices
  • Continuously identify ways to improve viewer engagement and watch time
Who This Role Is For
  • People who genuinely love YouTube and internet content culture
  • Writers and editors who think in terms of retention, pacing, and audience psychology
  • Creatives who naturally pitch ideas, jokes, titles, hooks, and formats
  • Team players who enjoy collaboration and fast-paced creative environments
  • Self-starters who can manage projects remotely and communicate clearly
  • People who want to build a long-term career creating digital content
Requirements:Requirements
  • Strong experience in video editing and/or YouTube writing
  • Strong understanding of YouTube pacing, storytelling, and audience engagement
  • Proficiency in Adobe Premiere or similar editing software
  • Ability to take feedback and iterate quickly
  • Strong creative instincts and problem-solving ability
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Comfortable working remotely in a fast-moving environment
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience editing YouTube-first content
  • Experience writing for YouTube audiences
  • Understanding of thumbnails, CTR, and retention strategy
  • Experience working with animation pipelines or animated content
  • Photoshop or thumbnail design experience
  • Familiarity with serialized storytelling or recurring formats
  • 100% remote work- Preferably located in Nevada, Texas, Colorado or Ohio
Application Requirements

To be considered, please include:

  • Examples of videos you have edited
  • Writing samples or script examples
  • Thumbnail samples or examples of thumbnail work you contributed to
  • Links to any YouTube content you have worked on

We are specifically looking for candidates who understand YouTube content made for YouTube audiences.

What Youโ€™ll Get
  • The opportunity to create content viewed by millions worldwide
  • Experience working with a large-scale YouTube brand
  • A highly collaborative creative environment
  • Portfolio-building projects with real audience reach
  • The chance to help shape the future of a growing animation team
Benefits
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance