Scriptwriter / Content Strategist - Vertical Micro Drama
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