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Ahrefs

Technical Scriptwriter

Cambridge, MA

$41K - $48K/yr

You'll be writing scripts and voiceovers for our YouTube channel, specifically the technical videos our current team finds hardest to crack. Think: AI tool comparisons, automation workflows, testing ...

Ahrefs

Technical Scriptwriter

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$41K - $48K/yr

You'll be writing scripts and voiceovers for our YouTube channel, specifically the technical videos our current team finds hardest to crack. Think: AI tool comparisons, automation workflows, testing ...

Trivium

Creative Strategist

Boston, MA

Once you're in the creative, turning our coaching calls and winning angles into organic content and YouTube scripts is the same muscle pointed at another way to bring clients in. You'll help own that ...

Nested Bean

Content Marketing Manager

Hudson, MA · On-site

Experience writing and developing content for YouTube, Social Media, Blog and Website channels ... Writing content for blogs, ads, video scripts, short and long form content Qualifications * BA/BS ...

Nested Bean

Content Marketing Manager

Hudson, MA · On-site

Experience writing and developing content for YouTube, Social Media, Blog and Website channels ... Writing content for blogs, ads, video scripts, short and long form content Qualifications * BA/BS ...

Nested Bean

Content Marketing Manager

Hudson, MA · On-site

Experience writing and developing content for YouTube, Social Media, Blog and Website channels ... Writing content for blogs, ads, video scripts, short and long form content Qualifications * BA/BS ...

Ahrefs

Video Producer

Cambridge, MA

The Role This role is part of our YouTube team, who are based out of our Cambridge, MA office. You ... Collaborate on creative direction: work with the Head of Video on shot lists, scripts, and creative ...

Ahrefs

Video Producer

Cambridge, MA · On-site

The Role This role is part of our YouTube team, who are based out of our Cambridge, MA office. You ... Collaborate on creative direction: work with the Head of Video on shot lists, scripts, and creative ...

VIA

Commercial Data Operations Specialist

Somerville, MA

$80K - $100K/yr

You will track the full lifecycle of how users learn about us (from YouTube and the VIA Knowledge ... You know how to build attribution structures without relying on invasive tracking scripts * Multi ...

Later

Social Media Manager

Boston, MA · On-site +1

... YouTube Shorts, confidently representing the Later brand on camera. * Write compelling copy for social posts, captions, and video scripts that reflect Later's brand voice: confident, in the know, and ...

Essor

Social Media & Creators Systems Lead

Boston, MA · On-site

$110K/yr

Produce and publish high-velocity content for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube using AI-assisted ... Turn performance data into creative briefs, scripts, and prompts for creators. * Agility: Partner ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a YouTube scriptwriter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a YouTube Scriptwriter, you need strong storytelling abilities, creativity, and a solid grasp of video content trends, often supported by experience in writing or content creation. Familiarity with video editing software, SEO tools, and analytics platforms is beneficial for optimizing scripts for audience engagement and discoverability. Excellent communication, adaptability, and attention to detail help you tailor scripts to diverse audiences and changing formats. These skills ensure scripts are engaging, on-brand, and effective at maintaining viewer interest and channel growth.

What is the difference between Youtube Script vs Video Content Writer?

AspectYoutube ScriptVideo Content Writer
CredentialsBasic writing skills, familiarity with YouTube platformStrong writing skills, SEO knowledge, sometimes journalism or media background
Work EnvironmentCreative, digital media, remote or studio-basedContent creation, digital marketing, remote or office-based
Industry UsagePrimarily in YouTube channels, digital mediaBroader media, websites, blogs, marketing materials
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding script writing for YouTube videosUnderstanding content writing for online media

While both roles involve writing, a Youtube Script focuses on creating engaging scripts specifically for YouTube videos, emphasizing visual cues and audience engagement. A Video Content Writer produces broader written content for various digital platforms, often with SEO optimization. The roles overlap in writing skills but differ in platform focus and content style.

What is a YouTube scriptwriter?

A YouTube script writer is a professional who creates written content specifically designed for YouTube videos. They craft engaging narratives, dialogues, and informational scripts that help video creators deliver their message clearly and effectively. Script writers often work closely with YouTubers, video producers, and editors to ensure the final video aligns with the intended tone and audience. Their work is crucial for maintaining viewer interest and improving the overall quality of YouTube content.

What are some common challenges faced by YouTube scriptwriters when creating engaging content for diverse audiences?

YouTube scriptwriters often face the challenge of balancing entertainment with informative content to keep viewers engaged throughout the video. Adapting tone and language for different target audiences, while maintaining the creator’s brand voice, can also be demanding. Additionally, scriptwriters need to stay updated on current trends and YouTube algorithms, as these influence viewer retention and video performance. Collaborating closely with video editors, voice-over artists, and content creators is essential to ensure the script translates well into the final video.
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Technical Scriptwriter

Ahrefs

Cambridge, MA

$41K - $48K/yr

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Job description

About Ahrefs

Ahrefs is a SaaS marketing platform that helps businesses become discoverable and unmissable online. We're a proudly bootstrapped, profitable, lean, multinational startup with a global team passionate about technology and the future of online discovery. Our suite of tools covers everything from search marketing to content strategy, backed by one of the largest datasets in the industry (3 trillion external backlinks, 3 trillion HTML snapshots). As we evolve with AI and the changing landscape of online marketing, we're looking for people who share our love of technology and our drive to solve real problems.

This role is part of our YouTube team, who are based out of our Cambridge, MA office. You'll be based out of the Cambridge office too, where the team collaborates closely together day to day. This is an on-site role.

The Role

We're hiring a Technical Script Writer to join our video team in Cambridge, MA. You'll be writing scripts and voiceovers for our YouTube channel, specifically the technical videos our current team finds hardest to crack. Think: AI tool comparisons, automation workflows, testing every image generator on the market. As we branch deeper into AI, there's more than enough work, and we need someone who can translate complex concepts into clear, engaging scripts without dumbing them down. You'll also be a self-starter who stays plugged into the market, pitches video ideas, and helps shape what we cover next.

What You'll Do
  • Write scripts for technical YouTube videos, AI tools, automation demos, in-depth product tests.
  • Run your own tests and experiments when a script requires hands-on validation (e.g. "I tested 12 AI writing tools - here's what actually works").
  • Write and record voiceover for higher-lift technical videos that require explaining APIs, workflows, or emerging AI concepts.
  • Stay on top of the AI and marketing tool landscape, what's launching, what's overhyped, what our audience needs to know.
  • Pitch video ideas to the team based on market trends, audience questions, and gaps in our coverage.
  • Collaborate with video editors and producers to refine scripts based on visual storytelling needs.
  • Use AI assistants and tools to speed up research, build small demos, or clarify technical details.
You'll Thrive Here If
  • You can explain technical concepts (APIs, automation, AI models) clearly without being an engineer yourself.
  • You've written for video before, you understand pacing, hooks, and how a script needs to serve the edit.
  • You're a self-starter who doesn't wait for assignments, you notice what's happening in the market and come to the team with ideas.
  • You're comfortable running your own tests and demos to validate what you're writing about (e.g. signing up for tools, running workflows, documenting results).
  • You have a good working knowledge of AI tools, how to use them to build small apps, streamline research, or pull together demos.
  • You can work autonomously and make judgment calls about tone, depth, and structure without constant check-ins.
Bonus
  • Experience writing or producing content about SEO, marketing tools or SaaS products
  • Familiarity with scripting or light coding (even just enough to understand what an API call does or how to automate a task)
  • A portfolio of technical explainer videos, tutorials, or demos you've scripted or produced
What We Offer
  • Work directly with a fast-moving video team on content that reaches millions of marketers
  • Ownership over technical video strategy as we push deeper into AI
  • Annual retreat, conference budget, and generous PTO
  • A close-knit in-house video team in Cambridge, MA, with the autonomy to shape your work

Location: Cambridge, MA - on-site

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