Creative Writer
This is a remote position.
Overview:
The Writer will create impactful and informative content for the documentary, ensuring alignment with its vision and objectives. This role focuses on researching, scripting, and crafting narratives that address issues of female genital mutilation, child marriages, and teen pregnancies in Kenya with sensitivity and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Conduct in-depth research on female genital mutilation, child marriages, and teen pregnancies in Kenya.
2. Develop scripts, narratives, and supplementary written materials for the documentary.
3. Collaborate with the production team to align content with the documentary’s goals.
4. Conduct interviews with subjects and experts for accurate, firsthand information.
5. Edit and refine written content for clarity, coherence, and accuracy.
6. Ensure all content respects and sensitively represents the subjects and communities involved.
7. Maintain consistency in tone and style across all written materials.
8. Fact-check information to ensure accuracy and credibility.
9. Provide creative input to enhance storytelling and documentary flow.
10. Meet deadlines for the delivery of written materials.
11. Ensure all content complies with legal and ethical standards in collaboration with the legal team.
12. Assist in creating promotional content for marketing and distribution purposes.
13. Organize and maintain research notes and written drafts systematically.
14. Attend production meetings and provide progress updates.
15. Adapt written content for voiceovers, subtitles, and various platforms, including social media.
16. Effectively communicate the documentary’s core message through written materials.
17. Offer constructive feedback and support to other team members on writing tasks.
18. Stay updated on global and local trends related to the documentary’s topics.
19. Develop and uphold writing guidelines and standards for the documentary.
20. Contribute to a collaborative and supportive work environment.
21. Utilize project management tools (e.g., Trello, Asana) to streamline workflow.
Requirements
Required Skills:
1. Exceptional storytelling and writing abilities.
2. Strong research and analytical skills.
3. Proficiency in writing clear, concise, and engaging content.
4. Experience with writing and editing tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, Google Docs).
5. Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
6. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
7. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
8. Strong organizational and time management capabilities.
9. Discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
10. Prior experience in writing for documentaries or similar content.
11. Understanding of legal and ethical standards in content creation.
12. Competence in conducting interviews for accurate insights.
13. Advanced editing and proofreading skills.
14. Ability to adapt content for diverse formats and audiences.
15. Creativity and problem-solving expertise.
16. Capacity to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
17. Familiarity with research tools and databases.
18. Awareness of the documentary’s topics and objectives.
19. Ability to provide constructive feedback and support.
20. Experience developing promotional content and materials.
Competencies:
1. Attention to Detail: Maintain high accuracy and clarity in all written content.
2. Analytical Thinking: Use research insights to craft well-informed narratives.
3. Adaptability: Adjust quickly to evolving project needs and requirements.
4. Confidentiality: Handle sensitive information with discretion.
5. Problem-Solving: Address and resolve writing challenges creatively.
6. Ethical Judgment: Uphold ethical practices in all writing tasks.
7. Cultural Sensitivity: Respect diverse perspectives and contexts in content creation.
8. Communication: Effectively articulate ideas through written and spoken mediums.
9. Organizational Skills: Keep well-maintained records of research and drafts.
10. Initiative: Anticipate and address writing needs proactively.
11. Teamwork: Collaborate effectively to achieve project objectives.
12. Creativity: Innovate and enrich storytelling approaches.
13. Research Proficiency: Conduct thorough and accurate research.
14. Compliance: Adhere to legal and ethical standards in content creation.
15. Leadership: Guide and support writing tasks within the team.
16. Efficiency: Streamline processes for timely and accurate content delivery.
17. Time Management: Prioritize and meet strict deadlines.
18. Strategic Thinking: Align writing strategies with the documentary’s overarching goals.
19. Feedback: Provide and accept constructive critiques to improve content.