Script Writer II

Oneida Professional Services • San Antonio, TX

3h

About The Position

Oneida Professional Services is seeking a talented Script Writer II to provide scriptwriting and multimedia writing support services for the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence (MEDCoE). This position plays a critical role in developing medically accurate, instructionally sound scripts and written products for video productions, distributed learning, and training materials used to prepare Army medical personnel.
The ideal candidate is a strong writer with experience in instructional and technical communication, capable of transforming complex medical subject matter into engaging, clear, compliant, and professionally crafted learning content.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a script writer, technical writer, instructional writer, or similar role.
• Strong ability to convert medical or technical information into engaging, accurate written content.
• Experience writing for distributed learning, video production, or training programs.
• Proficiency with multimedia development tools and eLearning environments.
• Excellent grammar, editing, formatting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with SMEs, instructional designers, and production teams.
• Strong organizational skills for tracking manuscripts, revisions, and approvals.

Nice To Haves

• Experience writing for medical or healthcare training environments.
• Familiarity with Army/DoD writing standards and training development processes.
• Experience supporting MEDCoE or another DoD Center of Excellence.
• Experience with video-based instructional design or training simulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide scriptwriting services including research, storyline development, and character development for training video projects.
• Incorporate instructional principles, learning theory, and best practices into all scripts and multimedia writing products.
• Ensure all scripts are medically accurate and reviewed/approved by MEDCoE medical SMEs.
• Write, format, update, review, and edit a wide range of training materials, including: Technical narratives, Student training aids, Training manuals and instructional guides, Lesson plans, Policies and procedures, Web content, Webinar materials, Computer-based training modules
• Analyze the needs of the target audience to ensure content relevance, readability, and effectiveness.
• Write and edit instructional materials, technical documentation, and reports using Microsoft Office tools.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to Army style and writing standards.
• Coordinate content of final drafts with originators and stakeholders to ensure balanced, clear, and appropriate presentation.
• Provide timely feedback throughout the review cycle.
• Maintain organized records of manuscript status, approvals, changes, and corrections.
• Manage and maintain all program scripts and associated documentation.
• Ensure all writing products are cohesive, grammatically correct, properly formatted, and aligned with Army writing guidelines.
• Provide final, production-ready documents for courseware development and/or film production.
• Conduct all necessary research and interviews to ensure technical accuracy and clarity.
• Coordinate the review and acceptance process for technical, legal, security, and public affairs approvals as required.
• Modify and update existing distributed learning materials created with various video, audio, and eLearning development tools, including: Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, etc.), Final Cut Pro, Flash, HTML, Articulate, Captivate, Rise, Storyline, Adobe Presenter
• Apply these tools in the context of medical training (experience strongly preferred).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed