Spotter Labs

Comedy Writer

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About the role

We're looking for a talented and creative Comedy Writer to join our team. If you have a natural sense of humor, love writing comedy, and know how to create content that grabs attention, keeps people watching, and makes people laugh, we'd love to hear from you.
As our Comedy Writer, you'll be responsible for writing multiple comedy advertising skits every week for a variety of marketing campaigns. Your scripts will serve as the foundation for short-form video ads across platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts. You'll collaborate closely with AI tools and video editors to bring your ideas to life and turn your comedy skits into engaging, high-converting video ads.
We're looking for someone who understands internet culture, social media trends, and modern online humor. You should be able to consistently generate fresh ideas, write compelling dialogue, and create scripts that entertain audiences while delivering a clear marketing message.
Responsibilities
Write multiple original comedy ad skits every week.

Brainstorm creative concepts and campaign ideas for short-form marketing content.

Create funny, engaging, and memorable scripts designed for social media platforms.

Work closely with AI tools and video editors to transform scripts into high-performing video ads.

Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure content aligns with campaign objectives and brand voice.

Revise and improve scripts based on feedback and campaign performance.

Stay up to date with social media trends, viral content, memes, and evolving comedy styles.

Requirements
Proven experience in comedy writing, scriptwriting, copywriting, or creative content writing.

A strong portfolio showcasing your writing skills and creativity.

Excellent storytelling and dialogue-writing abilities.

Strong understanding of social media platforms and short-form content.

Ability to consistently generate fresh, original, and funny ideas.

Excellent written English and attention to detail.

Ability to collaborate effectively with creative teams, AI tools, and video editors.

A passion for comedy, storytelling, and creating content that captures attention.

Bonus Points
Experience writing comedy for advertising or branded content.

Experience writing content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts.

Familiarity with AI tools for brainstorming or content creation.

Understanding of viral content and what makes audiences engage and share.

If you're passionate about writing comedy and excited to create content that entertains while driving real marketing results, we'd love to hear from you.
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  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Comedy Writer role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Spotter Labs?
  3. Which of Content Writing, Writing and Comedy have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?

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  • A recent example that proves your experience with Content Writing, Writing and Comedy.
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  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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I am interested in the Comedy Writer role because I can bring practical experience in Content Writing, Writing and Comedy, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Spotter Labs needs from this hire.

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