I'm Annie Otedoh. I write 30-second brand spots that open on a relatable low point, let a comedic beat build, and land the product as the actual punchline — not a tagline stapled on at the end.
A :30 spot for an energy drink, built on a running joke — she falls asleep everywhere — until the product breaks the pattern.
Scene 1 — Living Room
Friend
"Babe, let's watch a movie!"
She smiles… then slowly falls asleep mid-sentence.
CUT.
Scene 2 — Outdoors (Hiking)
Friend
"Let's go hiking!"
She takes a few steps… immediately starts panting, nearly collapsing.
CUT.
Scene 3 — Classroom
She's seated, trying to focus. Head drops. Sleeping.
CUT.
Scene 4 — Online Meeting
Boss (on screen)
"Are you there?? Hello??"
She's asleep.
CUT.
Scene 5 — Race Track
She's jogging, already tired. Suddenly — a bright, energetic orange character appears, sitting casually on a bench, holding a bottle. He offers it. She ignores him.
Scene 6 — Continuous
She keeps running. The character appears again — stretching awkwardly beside her, running backwards effortlessly, hyping her up. Still offering the drink. She looks confused.
Scene 7 — Turning Point
Her
"…what the heck."
She grabs the bottle and drinks.
Scene 8 — Energy Shift
Quick montage: her pace improves, she's smiling, running confidently, overtaking others. The orange character nods proudly.
Scene 9 — Final Frame
She finishes strong.
Voiceover
"…Bring the energy."
LOGO OUT.
A :30 spot for a ride-hailing app — built as a dream-within-a-dream so the "nightmare commute" can go bigger before the twist resets it.
Scene 1 — Night (Party)
Music, lights, vibes. A man dances freely, clearly enjoying himself. Two people walk past.
Person 1
"Omo, I wish I be this guy… e be like say he no get work tomorrow."
They laugh.
CUT.
Scene 2 — Morning (Chaos Begins)
He stumbles into his room, exhausted. Collapses on the bed. Alarm blares. He wakes suddenly — confused, panicked.
Scene 3 — BRT Terminal
He runs in. The queue is insanely long, stretching far. He freezes.
CUT.
Scene 4 — Danfo Bus Stop
He rushes to a yellow bus. Argument with conductor.
Conductor
"Enter with your change!"
They start arguing aggressively. Tension rises.
Scene 5 — Office (Nightmare Peak)
He bursts in late. HR stands over him.
HR (echoing, intense)
"You're late… AGAIN."
Stylized moment: flames visual effect as she says—
"YOU'RE FIRED."
He drops to his knees.
Scene 6 — Twist
Alarm sound. He wakes up. Silence. It was a dream.
Scene 7 — Reality (Calm)
He smiles slightly. Gets ready calmly. Walks to his stop, relaxed. Boards a clean vehicle. Soft music. City moving smoothly outside.
Scene 8 — Final Frame
Wide shot: calm ride, blue sky.
Voiceover
"Ride comfy. Ride ______."
LOGO OUT.
I write 30-second scripts the way I'd write a joke — setup, escalation, turn, payoff — with the product doing the work of the punchline instead of sitting outside the story. I'm looking for scriptwriting work in advertising and branded video.