Ghost Writer

About the job

🎥 Why ZDF?

We don’t just make videos, we craft viral stories for one of YouTube’s biggest audiences. Your script can spark curiosity, laughter, and that irresistible “share this now” energy.

Role Overview –

We make short animated films that people love to watch. Millions of people watch them billions of times every month. It starts with ideas which are crafted into scripts by our talented writing team and we’re looking to grow those superstars.

This isn’t your usual writing gig, we have a tightly defined voice and structure to our scripts, but nor is this Chat GPT in human form. It’s highly skilled work but you need to be a creative chameleon, adapting your style to ours and working with ideas given to you.

Zack D. Films is seeking a Script-Writer to help craft short-form video scripts that captivate audiences of over 40M+ viewers worldwide. Your words will shape viral Shorts, ensuring each one is concise, compelling, and unmistakably Zack D. Films.

🎯 Purpose

You’ll craft 65–150 word scripts that:

Hook viewers in seconds.
Deliver fact-driven, visually evocative storytelling.
Nail Zack D. Films’ unique tone and style.
Spark audience engagement, retention, and growth.

✍️ Responsibilities

Draft and refine short, engaging scripts (65–150 words) across diverse topics.
Write to match studio style and use AI tools to refine.
Ensure scripts meet checklist standards for clarity, accuracy, and pacing.
Use source provided by the research team but be proactive about finding extra information when necessary
Collaborate with fact-checkers and editors to finalize scripts.
Manage multiple scripts simultaneously within weekly deadlines.
Absorb and apply feedback to continuously improve output.

Ultimate Responsibility: Deliver scripts that are concise, punchy, visually evocative, and consistently aligned with Zack D. Films’ storytelling style.

❤️ You’ll Love This Job If…

You thrive on concise storytelling, slipping seamlessly into another’s voice with confidence and flair. Every line you craft carries the thrill of knowing millions will read it, and that rush fuels your drive to make words not just seen, but felt.

🙅 You’ll Hate This Job If…

Sprawling, character-driven sagas are your comfort zone, you need to show off your literary flair and struggle to simplify, deadlines feel like a constant uphill battle, and you’re content to copy-paste AI text as “good enough” without pushing for originality or polish.

💰Compensation

Starting rate at $20 per hour.

🛠 Core Skills

Essential Skills:

Ability to mimic brand voice and tone – this is a must.
Concise, engaging writing in short formats.
Juggling priorities with ease and landing every deadline like a pro.
Collaborative communication in remote settings.
You’re a top performer if you have:

A knack for crafting hooks and payoffs.
Ability to adapt quickly to feedback.
Familiarity with AI writing tools for efficiency.

🚀 Hiring Process

Submit application + complete test project.
Test project reviewed for style, clarity, and adherence to format.
Complete part 2 test project (paid).
Approved candidates move to a trial paid trial stage.
Successful candidates offered contract role.

Complete the Test Project

You MUST complete the test project for your application to be reviewed.

Ghost Writer