Detective script
223 USD 
We are looking for a scriptwriter to develop detective quests and interactive investigations for offline events and online formats.
We need not classic complex detective stories in the style of Agatha Christie, but dynamic, clear, and engaging scripts lasting 30 minutes with intrigue, a mystery, suspects, clues, and logical resolutions.
Tasks
Development of detective quest scripts that can be used for:
offline events;
interactive shows;
corporate events;
children's / family / teenage events;
online materials and video formats.
The script should be a ready working material that the host or team can use to conduct the event.
What needs to be prepared in the script
Each script must include:
the theme and a brief description of the quest;
the story's hook;
a list of characters / suspects;
a description of the main mystery;
clues;
false leads;
tasks for participants;
the logic of the investigation;
hints for the host;
the final resolution;
text lines / instructions for the host;
a time structure for 30 minutes.
Candidate requirements
We are looking for someone who can:
write simple yet interesting detective stories;
build intrigue and maintain audience attention;
come up with mysteries, clues, and unexpected twists;
adapt the script for offline and online formats;
write clearly, structurally, and without unnecessary literary complexity;
create a script suitable for real event execution.
Experience in the following areas will be an advantage:
writing quests;
scripts for events;
interactive shows;
theatrical productions;
detectives;
game development / narrative design;
children's or family projects.
Work format
Project work.
Scripts are needed with a duration of approximately 30 minutes.
Regular work is possible if the first script is successful.
How to respond
In your response, please indicate:
your experience;
examples of similar work;
the cost of one script;
completion timelines;
whether you are ready to do a short test assignment.
Test assignment
For selection, we may ask you to prepare a short concept of a detective quest on 1 page:
the setting;
the main mystery;
3–4 suspects;
4–5 clues;
one false lead;
the final twist;
the logic of the resolution.
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20 days223 USD
3626 67 0 20 days223 USD
Hello! 👋
This is a very interesting format — I love tasks that involve logic, intrigue, and dynamics 🔍✨
Honestly: I haven't written detective quests specifically, but I have experience in writing scripts, stories, plots, and structures, so I understand how to:
✨ keep attention and build intrigue
✨ create a clear logic for the investigation
✨ develop characters, suspects, and "hooks"
✨ write in a way that is not just simple, but interesting and engaging 🤝
…
I have many ideas and can easily adapt to the format (offline / online / interactive)
📂 I will send examples of different scripts in private
We can discuss the test task, but I am ready to show my approach and logic without a full outline
Always in touch and working towards results 🚀
✨ let's create something wonderful together ✨
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16 days223 USD
422 16 days223 USD
Good day.
I am interested in your project. I have experience in writing scripts and creating structured plots for interactive formats. I can build dynamic intrigue, think through the logic of the investigation, clues, false leads, and clear engagement mechanics for participants.
I write structurally and practically — the script is ready for the host to conduct in offline or online format. I am ready to complete a test task, discuss deadlines and the cost of one script. I can send examples of my work and concept ideas in private messages.
I look forward to collaborating.
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15 days223 USD
218 15 days223 USD
Hello. I write fiction and even a bit of poetry. Examples of my work can be seen here https://arkush.net/user/6251
Your task looks incredibly appealing. It will be fun to try myself in such a genre and context.
I would be happy to receive a test assignment.
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5 days223 USD
207 5 days223 USD
Good day!
I am ready to develop scenarios for detective quests.
Here is a short test concept:
QUEST: "The Mystery at the Morozov Villa"
Setting: country villa, party
Main mystery: an antique ring worth $50,000 went missing right during dinner.
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Suspects (4):
— Dmitry, the hostess's nephew — in need of money
— Karina, a friend — was alone with the ring
— Oleg, the butler — knows all the secrets of the house
— Nina, a guest — appeared unexpectedly
Clues (5):
1. A broken glass by the safe
2. An unsigned note
3. Dirt on Dmitry's shoes
4. A turned-off camera
5. A stranger's phone in Nina's pocket
False lead: all clues point to Dmitry — but he is innocent.
Final twist: the hostess herself hid the ring — staged the theft for insurance.
Logic of the reveal: participants interrogate the suspects → find clues → vote → the host reveals the truth.
I am ready for regular collaboration.
The cost of one scenario — we will discuss the details.
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10 days212 USD
1068 10 0 10 days212 USD
Hello, Artem! I am also from Odessa.
I am ready to occasionally write scripts for your quest, although I have never tackled such tasks before.
Here’s what I have in my portfolio:
1. I have written a detective story in Ukrainian (I can use it as a basis for a test task) and have ideas for stories.
2. Several of my ideas were accepted for a quest based on "The Lord of the Rings" by the escape room network "Exit."
3. I write questions for "What? Where? When?" and quizzes, and I am engaged in copywriting.
4. Several characters and their dialogues created by me were accepted for the game https://lordofboards.com.ua/ru/nastilna-hra-riieltor/
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I currently set the price for 1 script at 5000 UAH, but I will provide a more accurate price and deadline when I better understand the scope of work.
Are you interested? Feel free to ask clarifying questions.
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17 days223 USD
495 16 0 17 days223 USD
Hello. I am interested in your project. I have experience in writing texts on various topics, including fiction. I will complete the test task. I look forward to the possibility of collaboration.
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1 day223 USD
8265 153 1 3 1 day223 USD
Good day! 🧡
I am ready to start working and would be happy to help with minimal deadlines 😉
I have experience working on similar projects. 🌼 (I have reviews on this topic and work in my portfolio)
I will do it in the best way, starting now! 🚀🛸✈️
Please write to me, we will discuss. I respond instantly!
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7 days223 USD
3070 109 1 1 7 days223 USD
Good day! I am ready to work on your project. I don't mind completing a test task. To discuss all the details, please message me privately.
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5 days223 USD
3750 185 0 3 5 days223 USD
Hello.
I have experience writing detective stories as well as scripts in the true crime genre. I understand that this is not exactly what you need, but I am ready for a test assignment.
Everything else is in private messages and my portfolio.
The price for a 30-minute script is 7000 UAH.
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3 days223 USD
3355 11 0 3 days223 USD
Good day!
My name is Nina, and I represent the screenwriter Valentin.
Experience: we write YouTube scripts in the video essay format with a focus on intrigue, attention diversion, and logical revelation. This directly intersects with the logic of a detective quest: setup, suspects, red herrings, final twist.
We can:
— Build intrigue without unnecessary literary complexity
— Write clearly, structurally, considering the format and audience
… — Adapt for offline and online formats
— Create ready-to-conduct material with dialogues, hints, and a timeline layout
We are ready to complete a test task.
Cost of the script: 10,000 UAH. Deadline: 3 days.
Write to us — we will discuss the details.
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5 days212 USD
961 11 0 5 days212 USD
Good day! I am interested in your project. I can prepare a structured detective script for an offline or online format with intrigue, characters, evidence, clues, and a final reveal.
The script will be adapted for the event and convenient for the host and participants.
I am ready to complete a short test task and discuss the details of our collaboration.
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