Scriptwriter / Content Strategist - Vertical Micro Drama

Rigi

Rigi

Marketing & Communications
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Posted on Apr 25, 2025

Type: Full-Time | Location: Bangalore

Experience: 4+ years in short-form storytelling, fiction writing, or digital content

About the Role:

We're building a powerhouse of 90–120 second episodes that hook viewers in the first 3 seconds and leave them begging for the next one. As our in-house Scriptwriter & Content Strategist, you'll be the brain behind the plot twists, emotional punches, and binge-worthy cliffhangers.

You’ll also lead the review of external scripts and manage our growing writers’ room.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Write engaging, fast-paced scripts for vertical 90s episodic content
  • Craft hooks, escalations, mini twists, and cliffhangers tailored for mobile consumption
  • Collaborate on story arcs and character development across 60–80 episode series
  • Review, edit, and structure scripts submitted by external production houses
  • Maintain tone, pace, and plot consistency across all episodes
  • Curate references and format guides for external writers
  • Lead script feedback sessions and manage internal/external writing workflows

You Should Have:

  • Exceptional fiction writing skills with a strong grasp of visual storytelling
  • Experience writing for short-format, episodic, or reel-style content
  • Deep understanding of audience retention patterns in vertical video formats
  • A love for character-driven narratives, emotional tension, and cliffhanger rhythm
  • Ability to balance creative voice with content structure and pacing demands

Bonus Points:

  • Prior experience in managing or mentoring a writers’ room
  • Familiarity with screenwriting software (Final Draft, Celtx, etc.)
  • Passion for Indian pop culture, youth trends, and bingeable content