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ICF

Senior Service Designer (Remote)

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$106.10K - $113.40K/yr

Prototype service changes including workflows, scripts, task flows, process updates, and policy ... For more information, please read ourEEOpolicy. We will consider for employment qualified ...

Slate

Assistant Producer, Decoder Ring

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$75K - $81K/yr

We will consider remote work for the right candidate. The annual base pay range for this job is ... Edit rough cuts and implement script notes quickly and sensitively * Find archival tape and other ...

Slate

Assistant Producer, Decoder Ring

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$75K - $81K/yr

We will consider remote work for the right candidate. The annual base pay range for this job is ... Edit rough cuts and implement script notes quickly and sensitively * Find archival tape and other ...

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How much do remote script reader jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote script reader in Washington, DC is $22.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.69 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Remote Script Reader job?

A Remote Script Reader evaluates screenplays, TV scripts, or other written content for production companies, agencies, or competitions. They provide coverage, which includes a synopsis and feedback on a script’s strengths and weaknesses. Script readers help determine which projects are worth pursuing. This role is typically freelance and allows professionals to work from anywhere while influencing development decisions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Remote Script Reader position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Script Reader, you need a strong background in literature, film analysis, and creative writing, often supported by a degree in English, Film Studies, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard script coverage templates, screenplay formatting software like Final Draft, and online submission portals is essential. Excellent time management, attention to detail, and written communication skills help candidates stand out in this role. These skills ensure that script analyses are insightful, well-organized, and delivered efficiently to support decision-making in film and television development.

What does a typical workday look like for a Remote Script Reader?

A typical workday for a Remote Script Reader often involves reading several scripts, preparing detailed coverage reports, and providing constructive feedback on story structure, character, and market potential. Most readers work independently and set their own schedules, though deadlines are important. Script Readers usually collaborate with development executives or producers via email or virtual meetings to discuss recommendations and address follow-up questions. Over time, high-performing script readers may be offered opportunities for more frequent assignments, advancement to story editing roles, or even development executive positions within production companies.
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Senior Service Designer (Remote)

Senior Service Designer (Remote)

ICF

Reston, VA • On-site, Remote

$106.10K - $113.40K/yr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

ICF is seeking an experienced Service Designer to support federal clients in modernizing services, improving customer experience, and transforming complex, mission-critical systems. In this role, you will work across design, research, policy, operations, and technology to design and implement endtoend service improvements that are humancentered, feasible within federal constraints, and measurable at scale.

Job Location: This position requires that the job be performed in the United States.

If you accept this position, you should note that ICF does monitor employee work locations blocks access from foreign locations/foreign IP addresses and also prohibits personal VPN connections.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with UX/CX researchers to conduct qualitative and quantitative research with federal customers, frontline staff, and program leaders.
  • Analyze policy, operational workflows, and legacy systems to understand the full service ecosystem end-to-end.
  • Develop detailed current-state and future-state service blueprints and journey maps that show how people, processes, data, and technology interact.
  • Identify friction points and root causes across operations, contact centers, digital interfaces, and backend systems.
  • Communicate complex systems through clear, actionable visuals and documentation.
  • Design holistic services that align user needs, agency priorities, compliance requirements, and operational feasibility.
  • Develop future-state concepts, experience principles, operational recommendations, and implementation of roadmaps.
  • Prototype service changes including workflows, scripts, task flows, process updates, and policy concepts.
  • Ensure designs meet federal accessibility (Section 508), equity, privacy, and security standards.
  • Collaborate with researchers to test concepts with users, validate assumptions, and support iterative improvements.
  • Partner with product, engineering, and operational teams to ensure solutions are feasible and scalable within federal constraints.
  • Lead co-creation workshops and working sessions with customers, program offices, IT teams, researchers, operational staff, and policy experts.
  • Build alignment among diverse stakeholders and support decision-making in complex environments.
  • Serve as a bridge between research findings, business needs, and technical delivery.
  • Support rollout planning, sequencing, and change management for large federal programs.
  • Contribute to executive briefings, playbooks, and long-term service improvement strategies.

Required Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of experience in service design, human-centered design, UX/CX strategy, or systems design.
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • US Citizenship is required by the federal government for this position
  • Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.
  • MUST RESIDE IN THE United States (U.S.) and the work MUST BE PERFORMED in the United States (U.S.), as this work is for a federal contract and laws do apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of experience
  • Experience working in or with the federal government.
  • Deep expertise in service blueprinting, journey mapping, systems thinking, and cross-functional facilitation.
  • Strong communication and storytelling skills, including experience presenting to senior leaders.
  • Ability to translate complex requirements into clear, actionable service improvements.
  • Knowledge of 508 accessibility, equity frameworks, and federal digital service standards.
  • Experience in consulting or professional services.
  • Familiarity with digital modernization efforts, legacy system transitions, or call center operations.
  • Comfort using tools such as Figma, Miro/Fig Jam, or similar for prototyping and collaboration.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEOpolicy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please emailCandidateaccommodation@icf.comand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more aboutworkplacediscriminationrightsor our benefit offerings which are included in theTransparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance atcandidateaccommodation@icf.com. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.


Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$98,614.00 - $167,644.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

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