Script Writer, The Why Files

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The Why Files are looking for a dynamic script writer to join their growing team. We are currently looking for a writer who understands The Why Files format. Generally speaking, episodes are video essays / mini-documentaries about mysterious/strange topics but grounded in science and logic.

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While doing your own research is encouraged, youu0026rsquo;ll be working with researchers and the host on crafting episodes.

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Popular topics weu0026rsquo;ve covered include:

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• u0026ldquo; Another Dimension? Time Portal? Another Planet? Whatu0026rsquo;s at the Bottom of Melu0026rsquo;s Hole? u0026rdquo;: This episode covers a classic Art Bell / Coast to Coast urban legend about a man named Mel who found a strange hole on his property. We then follow Mel on his journey around the country to determine the true purpose of the hole.
  
  

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• u0026ldquo; TESLA KNEW The Secret of the Great Pyramid: Unlimited Energy to Power the World u0026rdquo;: We explore the possibility that the Great Pyramid of Giza is/was a power plant used to create electricity in ancient times.
  
  

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• u0026ldquo; Alien Bases On The Moon | The Amazing True Story of Ingo Swann u0026rdquo;: Ingo Swann claimed to be a psychic who was employed by the CIA to remote-view the dark side of the moon. Specifically to look for an alien presence. Spoiler alert: he found it.
  
  

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You areu0026 highly u0026 encouraged to familiarize yourself with The Why Files topics and format.

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REQUIREMENTS:

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• Be relaxed and confident while being reliable with a great work ethic.
  
  

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• You never miss a deadline.
  
  

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• Knowledgeable in some or all of the following areas: internet culture (YouTube, Tik Tok, Instagram, etc.), media in general, trending topics.
  
  

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• An interest in the topics covered by The Why Files.
  
  

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TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT:

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• Anu0026 EXISTING u0026 WRITING SAMPLE u0026 of work youu0026rsquo;ve done in the past. This doesnu0026rsquo;t have to be YouTube related. Any kind of essay, article is fine.
  
  

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• Anu0026 INTRODUCTION u0026 chapter foru0026 one u0026 of the following topics: (1) time travel, or (2) ancient mystery, or (3) a modern mystery. Please look at The Why Files on YouTube for an example of an intro/hook. This is the 30-60 second teaser before the logo.
  
  

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• Your typical turn-around time for a 2,500 word script. Typical TWF scripts are 2,500 words plus or minus 500 words. If you want to write something longer, just let us know and go for it.
  
  

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• Your per-word or per-script rate.
  
  

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NOTE : You do NOT have to write jokes for Hecklefish. If youu0026rsquo;re a comedy writer, let us know.

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