Channel Manager - YouTube (Remote)

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Job Description

We’re seeking a creative, strategic, and data-driven YouTube Channel Manager to help launch and grow a new YouTube channel from the ground up. In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing the overall channel strategy, guiding content direction, and leading a team of on-camera talent and video editors. You’ll collaborate closely with our Head of Video to shape a compelling, high-impact content presence that engages aspiring business owners and entrepreneurs.

This is an ideal role for a self-starter with a deep understanding of the YouTube ecosystem, a passion for content creation, and proven experience leading cross-functional video teams.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a new YouTube channel, defining and executing growth strategies from day one
• Lead a team of video editors and on-camera talent, ensuring high-quality, on-brand content delivery
• Develop and implement channel strategies focused on audience growth, engagement, and retention
• Use analytics tools to conduct regular performance audits and identify growth opportunities
• Optimize titles, thumbnails, tags, descriptions, and playlists based on SEO and YouTube best practices
• Oversee the production pipeline, guiding video concepts based on audience trends and data insights
• Manage video uploads, publishing schedules, and community engagement
• Stay up to date on YouTube algorithm changes, platform features, and competitor channels
• Report on key performance metrics including watch time, retention, views, CTR, and subscriber growth
• Present clear, actionable insights and strategy updates to internal stakeholders
• Own and hit KPIs related to channel growth, viewership, and monetization potential

Experience:

• 3+ years managing or significantly contributing to the growth of successful YouTube channels.
• Experience managing teams of editors and/or talent in a video production setting.
• Deep knowledge of YouTube SEO analytics tools (YouTube Studio, VidIQ, TubeBuddy, etc), and content trends.
• Demonstrated ability to think both strategically and tactically in a fast-moving content environment.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with an eye for detail.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for experimentation, optimization, and ownership.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• Ability to work remotely
• Unlimited PTO
• Every third Friday of the month off
• Winter break closure; the week between Christmas and New Years
• Home office setup
• Wellness reimbursement

Additional Information

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