Linda G.
YouTube Scriptwriter | Documentary, Celebrity & Listicle Scripts
Hi there, I write YouTube scripts that hook viewers in the first few seconds and don't let go until the credits roll, the kind of storytelling that keeps retention high and brings viewers back for more. Dull scripts kill channels. My job is to make sure that never happens. Whether it's a true crime investigation, a curiosity-driven documentary explainer, or a dramatic real-life story, I build every script around a strong hook, a clear narrative structure, and a payoff that actually lands. What I bring to your channel: -Well-researched, fact-checked scripts with a source list for every project -100% original, human-written content — no AI-generated scripts, ever -Natural, conversational storytelling that doesn't sound like a script -Strong hooks, tight pacing, and narrative structure built for retention -Long-form and short-form scriptwriting, voiceover-ready -Fast, reliable turnaround with clear communication throughout -Comfortable adapting tone and brand voice across niches Niches I've written for: True crime & investigative storytelling · Animal encounters & survival stories · Gaming (explainers, listicles, lore breakdowns) · Anime/manga · Celebrity & pop culture · Horror, cryptids & internet lore · Business, finance, history & science documentaries For close to four years I've written scripts for YouTubers across entertainment, music, series, politics, crime, business, and tech — always with a focus on story-driven, curiosity-led writing that keeps people watching. I've got samples ready to share. I understand what makes YouTube content actually perform — the hooks that stop the scroll, the pacing that keeps people from clicking away, and the structure that makes a payoff feel earned. Top-notch scripting pairs perfectly with strong voiceovers and clean editing, and I know how to write with that whole pipeline in mind. To keep things smooth, I work well with Trello, Slack, and Google Docs. Bottom line: you need a storytelling writer who understands YouTube inside and out, delivers on time, and never phones it in with AI. That's me. Looking forward to working together. Best regards, Linda Scriptwriting | YouTube Scripts | Storytelling | Explainer Videos | Documentary Scripts | True Crime | Long-Form Content | Short-Form Content | Hooks & Retention | Narrative Structure | Well-Researched Content | Human-Written Content | No AI-Generated Content | Fact-Checking | Screenwriting | Voiceover Scripts | Brand Voice | Gaming Content | Anime & Manga | Celebrity & Pop Culture | Horror & Lore | Curiosity-Driven Content
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $826
Billed in all: $31,276$31k
$165 in the last 6 months
Across 55 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 20% in Article Writing
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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