Abbay Media Broadcast Service PLC, known for its Abbay TV, is a prominent Ethiopian media company based in Addis Ababa, focused on providing news and entertainment through TV and online platforms like YouTube, aiming to offer timely, reliable, and balanced news as the “voice for the voiceless” with a strong presence in import/export for media equipment.
They offer live streaming, news updates, and engage viewers through social media, establishing themselves as a key player in Ethiopian media. We are looking for creative and tech-savvy AI Content Creator Interns who are passionate about AI-generated media and digital content production. Selected candidates will go through a structured recruitment process including an exam, training period, and a 15-day paid internship/trial program.
Position: Script Writer (Comedy) Intern
Internship Duration: 1 Week
Employment Opportunity: Successful candidates may be offered a permanent position based on performance during the internship period.
Job Responsibilities
- Write, edit, and refine scripts for comedy programs and media content.
- Develop creative ideas, visual storytelling concepts, and scene plans.
- Transform trending topics and everyday situations into engaging comedic content.
- Create original, entertaining, and production-ready comedy scripts.
- Develop relatable characters, strong storylines, punchlines, hooks, and cliffhangers. Revise scripts based on feedback and production requirements.
- Collaborate with production teams, actors, and content creators.
- Utilize AI tools to enhance script development, creativity, and content optimization.
- Strong interest and ability in writing comedic content.
- Knowledge of scriptwriting, storytelling techniques, and basic directing principles.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Amharic and English.
- Ability to effectively use AI tools and prompt-writing techniques.
- Creative thinking, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
- Previous experience in media, scriptwriting, content creation, or directing is an advantage.
Important Note
- Please apply only if you meet the above requirements and are available to fully participate in the one-week internship program.
How To Apply
Interested applicants should submit their CV and sample scripts to abbaytvhr@gmail.com with the subject line:
“Comedy Script Writer Intern”