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“eLearning Designer’s Guide: Evaluating Scriptwriting Job Posts”

eLearning Instructional Design Scriptwriting for Online Courses

When evaluating this job posting I felt inspired to write about my thoughts about it and how I might approach this type of Job Post:

Job Posting I found

“Script Writer for Online Course Videos | UGC Content Creation | Freelancing”
  • script writer
  • online courses
  • video scripts
  • film and present
  • UGC Content Creation
  • Freelancing
  • Talking Head Video production
  • Entrepreneurship
  • productivity
  • self optimization
  • video production
  • course materials

Here’s are some of my insights

Interest in the Job Post and Reasons

Yes, this job post definitely catches my interest. As an eLearning Instructional Designer, I have experience in creating engaging online courses, including scriptwriting, video production, and presenting. The diversity of the course topics, which includes areas like UGC Content Creation, Freelancing, Talking Head Video production, and Entrepreneurship, is exciting and aligns with my expertise.

Preparation Before Replying

Before replying to this job posting, I would:


  • Review My Work:
    • I would go through my previous work to identify projects that best demonstrate my skills in scriptwriting, eLearning video production, and content creation.
  • Research the Company: I would familiarize myself with the company’s mission and the types of courses they usually offer. This would allow me to tailor my application to their specific needs.
  • Prepare a Portfolio: I would compile relevant samples of my previous work, showcasing my scriptwriting and eLearning course development skills.
Questions for the Interview

If I get an interview, I might prepare to ask the following questions:


  • Could you provide more details about the target audience for these courses?
  • What is the expected timeline for the completion of the scripts?
  • What are the key learning outcomes you aim to achieve with these courses?
  • What level of creative freedom would I have in this role?