Script Writer Salary

The average salary for a Script Writer is $56,630.

10%

$25k

MEDIAN

$57k

90%

$148k

Salary

$25k - $148k

Bonus

$0 - $2k

Total Pay

$23k - $123k

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Job Description for Script Writer

A script writer creates dialogue and stage direction for actors and directors. Script writers are often associated with plays, television shows and movies; however, other employment opportunities include helping write commercials, safety or demonstration videos for the workplace, and similar presentations that feature narration and/or role playing by actors. The script writer is often provided with parameters for the script, such as projected running time, characters, settings or situations. Fo…Read more

Script Writer Tasks

Create, audit and test scripts for online interaction based on organization guidelines.
Review feedback and user data to improve customer experience.
Edit and review content, updating for tone as well as new materials.
Convey information in an interesting and brand-appropriate manner.

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Popular Skills for Script Writer

Microsoft Office

$65,000

13 responses

Microsoft Word

$60,000

9 responses

Screenwriting

$60,000

7 responses

Writing Procedures & Documentation

$50,000

5 responses

Skills in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word and Screenwriting are correlated to pay that is above average. Skills that pay less than market rate include Writing Procedures & Documentation.

Pay by Experience Level for Script Writer

An entry-level Script Writer with less than 1 year experience can expect to earn an average total compensation (includes tips, bonus, and overtime pay) of $27,500 based on 6 salaries. An early career Script Writer with 1-4 years of experience earns an average total compensation of $40,000 based on 19 salaries. A mid-career Script Writer with 5-9 years of experience earns an average total compensation of $60,003 based on 7 salaries. An experienced Script Writer with 10-19 years of experience earns an average total compensation of $64,964 based on 9 salaries.