Most writing jobs on the internet pay poorly, demand endless revisions, and treat writers as interchangeable. This one is different. Astrum — the science and space YouTube channel with millions of subscribers worldwide — is hiring freelance scriptwriters and researchers to help produce the kind of content that turns complex ideas into stories people cannot stop watching. The pay runs from $10 to $40 per hour depending on your experience, the work is fully remote, and the deadline to apply is closing fast. Here is everything you need to know.
About This Role
Astrum is one of YouTube’s most respected science channels, known for turning dense astrophysics, planetary science, and space exploration topics into narrative-driven videos that genuinely educate and captivate millions of viewers. Behind every one of those videos is a scriptwriter who took a pile of research and shaped it into something a person actually wants to sit through for ten minutes. That scriptwriter could be you.
As a freelance scriptwriter and researcher for Astrum, your job sits at the intersection of journalism, storytelling, and science communication. You will take complex, technically accurate source material and transform it into scripts that flow naturally when spoken aloud — scripts that open with a hook strong enough to hold a viewer past the first thirty seconds, build tension and curiosity through the middle, and land with a payoff that makes the viewer feel the time was worth it.
The research side of the role is equally important. Before a single word of script gets written, the underlying science has to be right. You will be expected to source accurate, up-to-date information, evaluate its credibility, synthesize it clearly, and present it in a way that is accessible to a general audience without being dumbed down. This role suits someone who reads widely, writes with genuine voice, and understands that the best science communication respects both the subject and the audience.
Key Responsibilities
- Research assigned topics thoroughly using credible academic, scientific, and journalistic sources, and synthesize findings into clear, structured briefs
- Write full video scripts for Astrum’s YouTube channel that are factually accurate, narratively engaging, and optimized for spoken delivery
- Craft compelling opening hooks that capture viewer attention within the first fifteen seconds of a video
- Structure scripts with a clear narrative arc — setup, escalation, and resolution — that holds viewer attention across a full video runtime
- Incorporate accurate scientific data, statistics, and expert citations naturally into the narrative without disrupting the storytelling flow
- Revise and refine scripts based on editorial feedback from the Astrum production team
- Proofread all submitted work for factual accuracy, grammatical correctness, and tonal consistency with the channel’s established voice
- Meet agreed deadlines consistently — freelance does not mean flexible on delivery dates
Required Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
- Demonstrable scriptwriting or longform writing experience — a portfolio of published or produced work is strongly preferred
- Strong research skills and the ability to evaluate source credibility across scientific and academic material
- Excellent written English with a natural, conversational tone that translates well to spoken video narration
- Understanding of narrative structure — you know what a hook is, what pacing means, and why a payoff matters
- Ability to work independently to a brief and deliver polished work without heavy hand-holding
- Reliable internet connection and a working setup for remote freelance collaboration
Desirable:
- Prior experience writing for YouTube, podcast, documentary, or broadcast formats
- Background or genuine interest in science, astronomy, space exploration, or physics
- Familiarity with SEO-informed content strategy and how video titles and scripts interact with search and recommendation algorithms
- Experience working with remote editorial teams using tools like Google Docs, Notion, or Slack
Skills and Competencies
- Storytelling instinct — the ability to find the human angle, the surprising fact, or the dramatic tension in any scientific topic
- Research discipline — knowing when a source is credible, when a claim needs verification, and when something is too uncertain to state as fact
- Editorial self-awareness — strong enough to recognize weak writing in your own drafts and fix it before submission
- Deadline reliability — freelance clients remember who delivers on time and who does not
- Adaptability of voice — ability to write in Astrum’s established tone rather than imposing your own style on the channel
What Astrum/Electrify Offers
- Hourly pay of $10–$40 depending on experience level and script complexity — top-end rates are among the best available for freelance science writing globally
- Fully remote — work from anywhere in the world with no location restrictions
- Flexible freelance engagement — project-based work with the potential for ongoing collaboration as your relationship with the production team develops
- Portfolio-building opportunity — scripts produced for a channel with millions of subscribers represent genuine, high-visibility published work
- Payment terms confirmed directly with Electrify/Astrum at offer stage
- Application window is limited — this listing closes approximately 14 days from its posting date
About Astrum and Electrify
Astrum is a YouTube science channel focused on space, astronomy, and planetary science, with a global audience of millions of subscribers who return regularly for its distinctive combination of visual storytelling and scientific accuracy. The channel has built a reputation for making the universe genuinely accessible — not by oversimplifying the science, but by wrapping it in narrative structures that make complex ideas feel urgent and personal.
Electrify is the production and talent sourcing entity behind Astrum and related digital media properties. The company operates a distributed remote production model, working with freelance writers, researchers, designers, and editors from around the world to produce content at the quality level its audience expects. For a freelance writer, landing a consistent engagement with Electrify/Astrum means working at the top end of digital science media — with the credits and income to match.
How to Apply
- Visit dynamitejobs.com/country/remote-jobs-in-kenya and search for the Electrify/Astrum Scriptwriter listing
- Read the full job description carefully and confirm your experience matches the requirements before applying
- Prepare a tailored cover letter that speaks directly to your scriptwriting experience and your familiarity with science or educational content
- Attach a portfolio of at least two to three writing samples — scripts, longform articles, or produced video content you have written
- Submit your application through the Dynamite Jobs platform before the listing closes
- If shortlisted, expect a brief skills assessment or trial script task before a formal offer
Application Deadline
Approximately 14 days from listing date — this position closes soon. Do not delay your application.
Documents Required
- Updated CV or resume highlighting writing and research experience
- Cover letter tailored to Astrum’s content style and your relevant background
- Writing portfolio — minimum two samples, scripts or longform preferred
- Links to any produced work (YouTube videos, published articles, podcast episodes) where your writing is credited
