About The Position

Simplicissimus, a leading German-speaking digital outlet for political and social topics with nearly 2.5 million subscribers, is seeking a Short-Form Writer. This role is part of Electrify, a dynamic new digital media company that invests in and scales creators. Simplicissimus focuses on investigative research, video essays, and documentaries for a curious and engaged audience. The Short-Form Writer will ideate and script compelling, accurate, and platform-optimized short-form video concepts for YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok. This is a part-time role, a few days per month, focused on generating strong ideas, hooks, and retention-driven scripts for high-performing content.

Requirements

  • 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.

Nice To Haves

  • Familiarity with Simplicissimus or similar documentary-led channels (desirable).

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, compelling storytelling.
  • Work from briefs or existing long-form content to create short-form adaptations where relevant.
  • Collaborate with Art Directors, Editors and Animators to ensure scripts translate effectively into 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.

Benefits

  • Work from anywhere
  • Flexible hours
  • Employee referral program
  • The opportunity to work in a fast-paced, vibrant, dynamic, and innovative environment where you can learn and grow quickly
  • A supportive, inclusive and collaborative team
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