Development Media
Development Media
Development Media is a marketing and media agency founded in 2010, bringing together online and offline services for client campaigns. Its work spans graphic design and production, outdoor advertising, photographic printing, virtual reality projects, digital development, street marketing, and special event planning. The agency describes its approach as creative and client-focused. The available profile does not specify current openings or hiring details.

Radio Scriptwriter, Zambia (Remote)

Write emotionally engaging, one-minute radio dramas for DMI Zambia’s maternal and child health campaigns, reaching parents and caregivers of young children.

Description

  • Develop script ideas with DMI’s creative team to support campaign themes and objectives.
  • Write concise, engaging one-minute radio dramas for parents and caregivers of children aged 0–5.
  • Use pretesting feedback to improve script clarity and audience impact.
  • Suggest ways to use sound effects and music to engage listeners.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated radio scriptwriting experience, supported by a portfolio of engaging and memorable work.
  • Writers with less experience may be considered if their work is of a very high standard.
  • Strong writing skills and the ability to communicate clearly and compellingly in few words.
  • Ability to create relatable characters, vivid scenes, and emotional connections through dialogue and sound effects alone.
  • Understanding of local culture and audiences, especially in rural communities.
  • Collaborative approach and willingness to receive feedback.
  • Knowledge of maternal and child health topics is an advantage.
  • Candidates may be subject to background and reference checks where appropriate.
  • DMI employees must disclose prior misconduct, past employment terminations, criminal records, and concerns registered with government authorities relating to contact with children.

Benefits

  • Flexible start date.
  • Opportunity to make a measurable contribution to improving lives in low-income countries.
  • Equal opportunity regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, or marriage and civil partnership status.
  • Background and reference checks where appropriate.
  • A work environment focused on safeguarding and protection.

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