Creative Writer

In just two years, Very Online Agency has become the fastest growing short form creative agency in

NYC.

We like to say we bring a Hollywood level of creativity or a social-first perspective to TVC shoots. Our

creative wheelhouse is humor, sports, and clothing for Gen Z and Millennials and our client roster includes Nike, CAVA, Fanatics, Nordstrom, BuzzBallz, Suave, and more.

We’ve developed a reputation as one of the leading agencies for episodic social content and are lookingto add to our talented roster.

About The Role:
We're hiring a Creative that will focus on writing hilarious short form video ideas, scripts, and leveling up to a director. We care less about traditional advertising experience and more about the ability to consistently come up with ideas people actually want to watch and see them through the creative process. This person should be able to direct a TikTok all the way up to a social series.

What You'll Do:

Write scripts, treatments, and creative presentations for TikToks, series, and campaigns

Create repeatable formats that can become recurring franchises for brands

Build campaign narratives and social show concepts

Develop creative decks and pitch materials for clients and new business opportunities

Direct content and talent, lead creative execution on shoots

Help shape performances, improv moments, and comedic beats

Work closely with producers and editors to ensure the original idea survives production

Create game mechanics, formats, casting concepts, and episode structures

Study what works across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Shorts, and emerging platforms

Understand hooks, retention, watch time, shares, and audience behavior

Present ideas internally and externally

Bring a strong point of view about culture, creators, sports, entertainment, and internet behavior

Contribute to the creative identity of the agency

What We're Looking For:

2–8 years experience in creative, social, production, sports media, entertainment, creator content, oragency environments

Exceptional writing ability

Strong creative instincts and tasteExperience directing talent or content on set

Deep understanding of internet culture and platform behavior

Comfortable presenting and defending ideas

Ability to generate a high volume of concepts without sacrificing quality

Strong production understanding and appreciation for execution realities

Experience in comedy, sports, entertainment, or creator ecosystems is mandatory

Ideally this person can also participate in content as talent where needed

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