Top 4 Comedy writing Jobs in Chicago, Il

Comedy Writer
Spotter —Lemont, IL
- Remote
- English
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
Adjunct Faculty in Screenwriting
DePaul University —Chicago, IL
- $4,800 - $6,100 a month
- Part-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- University
Assistant Professor of Instruction, Screenwriting and Producing
Columbia College Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $62,000 - $64,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Doctoral degree
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
Assistant Professor of Instruction, Stage Combat
Columbia College Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $62,000 - $64,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance

More jobs to discover

Find similar jobs that you might be interested in.

Adjunct Faculty in Sound
DePaul University —Chicago, IL
Exceptions to standard rates may apply to courses with unique credit hours, supervision, labs, clinical/practicum courses, coaching, administrative tasks, and…
$4,800 - $6,100 a month
Adjunct Faculty in Screenwriting
DePaul University —Chicago, IL
Exceptions to standard rates may apply to courses with unique credit hours, supervision, labs, clinical/practicum courses, coaching, administrative tasks, and…
$4,800 - $6,100 a month

I want to receive the latest job alert for comedy writing in chicago, il

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

comedy writing jobs near chicago, il

Comedy Writer

Spotter -
Lemont, IL

Quick Apply

Job Details

Qualifications

AI tools proficiency
English
Brand storytelling
Generative AI

Full Job Description

We're looking for a talented and creative Comedy Writer to join our team. If you have a natural sense of humor, love writing comedy, and know how to create content that grabs attention, keeps people watching, and makes people laugh, we'd love to hear from you.

As our Comedy Writer, you'll be responsible for writing multiple comedy advertising skits every week for a variety of marketing campaigns. Your scripts will serve as the foundation for short-form video ads across platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts. You'll collaborate closely with AI tools and video editors to bring your ideas to life and turn your comedy skits into engaging, high-converting video ads.

We're looking for someone who understands internet culture, social media trends, and modern online humor. You should be able to consistently generate fresh ideas, write compelling dialogue, and create scripts that entertain audiences while delivering a clear marketing message.

Responsibilities

Write multiple original comedy ad skits every week.
Brainstorm creative concepts and campaign ideas for short-form marketing content.
Create funny, engaging, and memorable scripts designed for social media platforms.
Work closely with AI tools and video editors to transform scripts into high-performing video ads.
Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure content aligns with campaign objectives and brand voice.
Revise and improve scripts based on feedback and campaign performance.
Stay up to date with social media trends, viral content, memes, and evolving comedy styles.

Requirements

Proven experience in comedy writing, scriptwriting, copywriting, or creative content writing.
A strong portfolio showcasing your writing skills and creativity.
Excellent storytelling and dialogue-writing abilities.
Strong understanding of social media platforms and short-form content.
Ability to consistently generate fresh, original, and funny ideas.
Excellent written English and attention to detail.
Ability to collaborate effectively with creative teams, AI tools, and video editors.
A passion for comedy, storytelling, and creating content that captures attention.

Bonus Points

Experience writing comedy for advertising or branded content.
Experience writing content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts.
Familiarity with AI tools for brainstorming or content creation.
Understanding of viral content and what makes audiences engage and share.

If you're passionate about writing comedy and excited to create content that entertains while driving real marketing results, we'd love to hear from you.

Quick Apply

Refine Your Search

comedy writing jobs in chicago, il

Comedy Writer

Adjunct Faculty in Screenwriting

Assistant Professor of Instruction, Screenwriting and Producing

Assistant Professor of Instruction, Stage Combat

More jobs to discover

I want to receive the latest job alert for comedy writing in chicago, il

Explore jobs in more locations

Responsibilities

Requirements

Bonus Points

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected