Electrify Video Partners - Short Form Writer (Freelance), Simplicissimus EMEA, UK, USA · Fully Remote

Content Creator is needed in United States.

Client: Electrify Video Partners

Location: United States

Contract: Freelance

Job Description

An opportunity to join an exciting, well-funded and fast-growing creator economy business at Electrify. The Short-Form Writer will be responsible for ideating and scripting compelling, accurate, and platform-optimised short-form video concepts for Simplicissimus, a leading German-speaking digital outlet with nearly 2.5 million subscribers. This role is focused on generating strong ideas, hooks, and retention-driven scripts for platforms such as YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop original short-form video ideas aligned to Simplicissimus’ editorial focus.
• Write clear, engaging, and well-researched scripts for short-form platforms.
• Craft strong, scroll-stopping hooks and tightly structured narratives optimised for retention.
• Translate complex topics spanning history, geopolitics, science, technology, and society into accessible storytelling.
• Create short-form adaptations from briefs or existing long-form content.
• Collaborate with Art Directors, Editors and Animators for effective visual storytelling.
• Iterate on scripts based on feedback and performance insights.
• Stay up to date with short-form trends, formats, and platform best practices.
• Contribute to occasional branded content ideation where required.

Skills and Experience

• German language proficiency (essential).
• Proven experience writing high-performing short-form content for social platforms.
• Strong understanding of hook-writing, pacing, and retention strategies.
• Ability to simplify complex topics without losing accuracy or nuance.
• A genuine curiosity across a wide range of topics including history, geopolitics, science, technology, and society.
• Experience writing for visual formats.
• Strong research skills and attention to factual accuracy.
• Ability to work efficiently and deliver high-quality output within a limited time allocation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with remote teams.
• Background in journalism, documentary, or factual storytelling.
• Experience working with educational or documentary-style content.

Desirable

• Familiarity with Simplicissimus or similar documentary-led channels.

Company Culture

• Dynamic environment: A world-class creative culture for employees to thrive with opportunities for ownership and quick learning.
• Work anywhere: A remote team allows for flexible work from any location with internet access.
• Our Values: A commitment to innovative, diverse thinking and fostering a culture focused on DEI.
• Force for good: A belief in using digital media to propagate inspiring ideas and support positive impact initiatives.

What We Offer

• Work from anywhere
• Flexible hours
• Employee referral program
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, vibrant environment with quick learning and growth
• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team

Equal Opportunity Employer

Electrify is committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with equal employment opportunities regardless of age, race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status according to applicable law.

Location

EMEA, UK, USA - Fully Remote