About the Role
Whiz Kids Workshop is looking for a Content Development Intern who will be responsible for creating diverse creative topics, contents and engaging narratives, explaining concepts in a simple way, writing contents in a variety of styles which will be delivered via videos, books, apps, games, and more. The intern should have the ability to visualize content and represent it using storyboards, articles, and products.
The Intern will report to the Creative Director and work closely with our Production department.
About the Company
Whiz Kids Workshop, founded in 2005, is an Ethiopian-led, innovative social enterprise that focuses on improving the lives of children and youth through educational media. We believe that mass-media is the most cost-effective and immediate way to spark young imaginations and make an impact on education. We use existing research on mass-media education, new lower-cost technologies for media creation, and the wide reach of television, radio, print and cell phones to put that belief into practice. Our content covers topics that include literacy, health education, character building and social-emotional learning to prepare children and youth for success in life.
Whiz Kids has produced three television series that inspire, engage and empower children, youth and families. WKW follows a Life Cycle approach to drive knowledge, attitude and practice across all members of the society. WKW implements 4 local innovative and tested platforms namely Tsehai for Families (pregnancy to age 7), Tsehai Loves Learning (for children aged 3-10), Tibeb Girls (for adolescents aged 11-18), Youth Investigators (for youth above age 18) and Better Wellbeing Advocacy that advocates major developmental needs of each life cycles to policy makers and existing governmental structures. Applying our User-Centered Design and Youth Content Advisory methodologies, we produce culturally relevant and educational audio-video, print, text, and internet based content to utilize mass media and technology to reach the four different life cycles. By utilizing these contents, we implement projects in various settings in the community to ensure the target groups have the necessary soft and technical skills to help them reach their full potential.
Whiz Kids won numerous international awards for its innovation, impact and excellent quality of products. Whiz Kids has extensive experience working with local and international NGOs and works in partnership with the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Health and Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation. Visit our website at http://www.whizkidsworkshop.com/ to learn more.
Responsibility
Develop new and existing concepts, storyboards, Ads and write script content for our platforms adhering to established guidelines
Brainstorm new ideas with the production team, build on the originals and existing characters.
Create the angle, content, and tone according to the needs of the client and audience for each platform (Video, Audio, Article)
Edit variety of content including articles, blogs, buying guides, and other supportive documents
Write in-depth product descriptions with the perfect blend of creative and technical writing skills
Adhere to production calendars and ensure deadlines are met
Provide constructive feedback and copy proofing for scripts drafted by other writers/team members
Work with other departments to understand the goals and objectives of the company
Work as a team with other writers and collaborate on projects when needed
Interact with on-camera talent to assist in the development of scripts
Research and pitch story ideas
Communicate openly and actively with the production team
Accept and apply any/all feedback received by the editorial team
Qualification
First degree in one of the following: Psychology, Marketing Management, Business Administration, or related field Â
MUST BE: Learning Design Graduate (LXD) graduateÂ
A passion for content writing and a drive to grow within the industry
Fast learner with strong sense of urgency
Excellent written and verbal communication both in Amharic and English
Ability to write articles free of typos and grammatical errors
Comfortable working in office environment
Can adopt our writing style
Self-starter, deadline driven, collaborator, team player
Strong research skills and the ability to translate scientific information into compelling, everyday language
Knowledge of branding and ability to write in WKW’s voice while highlighting product initiatives
Skill
Creative thinker
Well organized and detail oriented
Stick to meet deadlines
Fast writing skills for quick turnaround times
Know current writing practices and open to change
Be Tech and social media Savvy
Written and verbal communication skills
Able to multitask
Receptive to feedback on their work
Adopt our writing style
Have strong research skills
The Ideal Candidate
Creative thinker
Well organized and detail oriented
Stick to meet deadlines
Fast writing skills for quick turnaround times
Know current writing practices and open to change
Be Tech and social media Savvy
Written and verbal communication skills
Able to multitask
Receptive to feedback on their work
Adopt our writing style
Have strong research skills
Working Environment / Conditions