As a Scriptwriter, your job will consist of Creating scripts [in Amharic] with your own ideas or develop a script from pre organized research material given to you by our production team. You will be writing scripts for news, short and full documentaries, educational videos, short videos with a storyline,research videos and other similar materials.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Brain storming on new ideas, interesting headlines, titles and coming up with themes
• Write clear, simple scripts in Amharic for a narrator/show host/ to read.
• Write script for our media team (news, Short video, documentary, Interviews and others)
• Rewriting the script if necessary (you may need to do this several times before arriving at the final agreed version).
• Researching, compiling and documenting information source
• Finding evidence, Fact-checking, proofreading and doing background research on content pieces
• Manage time effectively across multiple tasks of production in a fast-paced environment

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Qualifications:

> Educated and certified in one of the following fields or related

·       Creative Writing

·       Theatre Arts

·       Journalism

·       Communications

Experience:

> Minimum of 6 month previous experience in one of the above fields or similar

[Applicants must show proof of previous work experience]

Skills:

·      Excellent reading, writing skills in English and Amharic.

·       Intermediate typing skill in English and Amharic.

·       Excellent surfing/browsing/ skill in all relevant social media platforms.

·       Ability to execute in a fast-paced environment, and maintain grace under pressure.

·       Excellent web browsing, web research and information gathering skills.

·       Storytelling skills and an understanding of dramatic structure.

·       A willingness to accept criticism and rejection of your work.