How to hire a script writer

How to hire a script writer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step script writer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a script writer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new script writer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The script writer hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A script writer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, script writers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of script writer salaries for various roles:

   Type of Script Writer	Description	Hourly rate
   Script Writer	Technical writers, also called technical communicators, prepare instruction manuals, how-to guides, journal articles, and other supporting documents to communicate complex and technical information more easily. They also develop, gather, and disseminate technical information through an organization’s communications channels.	$18-50
   Writer And Editor	Writing is not an easy task, so a Writer and an Editor must work together to deliver quality content. A writer's role is to gather information to create a structured written material that would serve its purpose, whether for recreational or informational... Show more	$17-49
   Writer/Producer	A writer/producer's work involves developing, writing, and producing engaging and entertaining scripts of news stories for television episodes or programs. Other tasks include sourcing video and audio footage for editors and working with them throughout the post-production process... Show more	$17-39

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Test Cases
   • Test Scripts
   • Database
   • QTP
   • Video Production
   • Windows
   • Video Scripts
   • Scriptwriter
   • Video Content
   • YouTube
   • Application Software
   • Sketch
   • Promotional Videos
   • Drama

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage projects diligently under aggressive deadlines while maintaining editorial integrity and ensuring stories have entertainment and/or educational value.
   • Update and track progress test in database.
   • Produce several very successful features on DVD.
   • Contract to write and present ESL videos for company YouTube channel.
   • Provide technical support to the team developing QTP scripts and VBScript programs.
   • Develop and maintain QTP scripts for functional, sanity, and regression testing.

   More script writer duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your script writer job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A script writer salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, script writers' average salary in mississippi is 53% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level script writers earn 64% less than senior-level script writers.
   • Certifications. A script writer with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a script writer's salary.

   Average script writer salary

   $64,254yearly

   $30.89 hourly rate

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   Entry-level script writer salary

   $38,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

   Average script writer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$92,076	$44
   2	Minnesota	$70,858	$34
   3	New York	$70,376	$34
   4	North Carolina	$67,695	$33
   5	Oregon	$64,111	$31
   6	Texas	$58,372	$28
   7	Florida	$56,000	$27
   8	South Carolina	$53,182	$26
   9	Arkansas	$52,383	$25

   Average script writer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Snap	$104,682	$50.33	1
   2	LanceSoft	$99,135	$47.66	8
   3	Infosys Public Service	$96,227	$46.26	1
   4	Goldbelt Falcon	$94,695	$45.53
   5	Wipro Limited	$68,383	$32.88
   6	Scientific Research	$65,810	$31.64	3
   7	Edmunds Holding Company Inc	$64,630	$31.07
   8	Prescient Edge	$64,111	$30.82
   9	Strategic Management Partners	$56,492	$27.16	1
   10	NC.gov	$44,665	$21.47	1

4. Writing a script writer job description

   A script writer job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a script writer job description:

   Script writer job description example

   RoundGlass is a global wholistic wellbeing company dedicated to empowering and enabling people on their personal well-being journey.
   
   Our mission is simple yet ambitious: to inspire the power of wholistic wellbeing to create a happier, healthier, and more joyful world. We work to achieve this by investing in and developing new technology, sharing knowledge, and focusing on action for the good of the individual, their community, and the wider world.
   
   RoundGlass is building out a dynamic content team for our Food vertical - an app-based community that brings people and their passion for wellbeing and food together. This vertical is designed for users to engage with a library of rich content, social experiences, knowledge sharing, and well-being resources.
   
   We're looking for an outstanding Script Writer to oversee the creation of all video scripts for the Food vertical, from courses to short-form tips and social clips, with a keen eye for creating content that integrates Food and wellbeing. You will write compelling copy with a dynamic language. You will also put an expert at ease and write copy that embodies an expert's voice
   
   Our food platform is primarily a vegetarian and vegan platform, and you must have a deep knowledge of the nutritional aspects of food. This role requires strong video experience, writing and communication skills, and an understanding of how food contributes to a person's well-being.
   
   What you'll do:Work closely with the talent team to learn about an expert and identify their unique POVConnect with the expert and over a couple of phone calls, help them to shape their ideas and fit them into an outline to be distributed and reviewed Work in partnership with the expert to develop, write, and edit the course, adhering closely to RoundGlass standards, science and safety guidelines, and ethical practices Distribute script to the team, work with experts on revisions as needed Be available up until and even during the shoot for last-minute changes, revisions, and script requests Help write copy to distribute and promote the content
   
   Who we're looking for:5+ years of direct experience writing for video Food and wellbeing-specific script writing experience Personable communication skills, ability to put experts at ease to bring their best ideas and work Excellent command of language Ability to work flexible hours for occasional early morning or late-night calls (to accommodate international time zones) Fast writing skills for quick turnaround times
   We got you covered:
   Our employees are the most important asset and that's reflected in our wide range of benefits including unlimited access to RoundGlass wellness app.
   
   · Medical/Vision/Dental and HSA
   · Life Insurance and Disability
   · Retirement Plan
   · Employee Assistant Program
   · Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
   
   Why RoundGlass:
   
   RoundGlass was built on the vision that wellbeing should be at the very center of our life journey. We are not only reimagining how the world experiences wellbeing, but how companies (like our own) support the wellbeing of their people.
   
   We're a group of talented, socially-conscious, gritty, innovators using technology and human energy to create a vibrant wellness ecosystem. Together, we've built an amazing community and we are always looking for people who share our passion. To learn more, visit our Website, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
   
   RoundGlass does not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
   
   We rely on legitimate interest as a legal basis for processing personal information under the GDPR for purposes of recruitment and applications for employment.

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5. Post your job

   To find script writers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any script writers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level script writers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your script writer job on Zippia to find and recruit script writer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as problogger, media bistro, journalismjobs.com, content writing jobs.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit script writers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new script writer

   Once you've selected the best script writer candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new script writer first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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