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This sense of purpose motivates us to deliver to the highest standards in an environment that is collaborative, supportive and engaging. Attracting and retaining the best talent is key in delivering to our audiences. We want our people to thrive in an environment that values their output.
Meet the team
RTÉ Content is responsible for delivering the most compelling programming and content across our television, radio and digital channels. Drama & Comedy in Content now wish to hire two Assistant Script Editors for Fair City, to begin in August 2026. Fair City is a primetime serial drama comprising of 200 episodes per year, broadcasting on RTÉ One, and is a cornerstone of RTÉ One’s schedule and is the primary series in the channel’s drama output.
Reporting to the Series and Executive Producers, the Assistant Script Editor role(s) is a key member of the production team within Fair City, working within the existing editorial framework as set out by the Executive Producer and the production resources of the show. The Assistant Script Editor works closely with both writers and Directors at each stage of the scripting and production process and is a vital practical support to the individual Script Editors on every aspect of production.
About the role-
Update all spreadsheets, story documents, calendars, bible, etc., that the script department rely on for accuracy
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Liaise with episode writers and the Press Office regarding billings
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Manage the changes from final editorial draft to first production draft of all scripts
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Answer initial queries from director before the director's tonal with Producers
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Coordinate and liaise regarding details for production across all relevant departments.
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Manage all post- director's tonal changes, and subsequent printing and distribution of same to all departments and actors
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Represent the editorial team to the actors at rehearsal, answering any character voice or story points
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Act as first point of contact for urgent, production critical queries from the studio or EFP floor
About you-
Significant practical experience in serial drama script work, or transferable skills at an equivalent level
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A good understanding of serial drama, its inherent heavy workload and high-volume quick turnaround
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Strong dramatic instincts with exceptional language and communication skills
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Enthusiasm for, and understanding of, Fair City
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Ambition for increasing the role of Fair City within Irish culture
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Team instincts, with an imaginative approach to problem solving
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A good standard of education and background in language and literature is desirable
Application Process
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV together with an introductory paragraph (300 words maximum) outlining your interest and alignment to the role requirements.
Please attach these as one file in the online application process.
Both appointments will be made at the Assistant Script Editor grade and are being offered on a 1 year full-time fixed term contract basis. The salary scale for this grade is from €35,678 to €50,920 gross per annum.
Closing date for receipt of applications is:
Thursday 18th June 2026.
Cuirfear fáilte roimh iarratais ó dhaoine go bhfuil dearcadh dearfach acu i leith na Gaeilge. Applications are welcome from people who have a positive outlook to Irish.
Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do – both on-air and behind the scenes. We are committed to building a more inclusive environment and tackling under-representation while embedding inclusion at every stage of the employee journey.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, social experience, race and ethnicity, disability, civil and family status, religious belief and membership of the Traveller Community.
We are eager to provide reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with any kind of disability. Should you wish to request an accommodation for your interview, we encourage you to let us know when you apply.
