Experienced YouTube Video Creator & Platform Specialist - Remote Opportunity with a Leading Podcasting Platform

Join the Team Revolutionizing Podcasting at Buzzsprout! At Buzzsprout, we're passionate about empowering podcasters to share their stories with the world. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, we've helped over 120,000 active podcasts reach audiences on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more. As a close-knit team of 20, we're now looking for a talented YouTube Video Creator & Platform Specialist to join our marketing team and help shape the future of podcasting. About the Role As a YouTube Platform Specialist, you'll be responsible for creating engaging video content, managing our YouTube channel, and optimizing our video strategy to reach a wider audience. This is a unique opportunity to combine your passion for video creation, marketing, and community management to drive success for our brand. Key Responsibilities Video Creation: Develop and write video scripts that perform well on YouTube Film and star in videos that showcase your personality and expertise Edit video projects to ensure high-quality production Create thumbnails, write titles, descriptions, and tags for each video Publish videos to the Buzzsprout YouTube channel and manage contractors for YouTube Shorts Marketing & Content Creation: Establish and report on key performance indicators for our YouTube channel Collaborate with the Head of Marketing to create and maintain the content calendar Optimize videos to reach the largest audience possible on YouTube Stay up-to-date on YouTube trends, best practices, and new products Optimize our back catalog of over 300 videos to revitalize stale content Community Management: Develop channel community and moderation guidelines Engage viewers in video comments and in the Community Tab Moderate comments to foster a friendly and helpful community Run live streams, giveaways, and other special events as applicable Essential Qualifications & Skill Sets We're looking for someone with a passion for creating engaging video content and a deep understanding of the YouTube algorithm. While we don't require a specific degree or certification, you'll need: Experience running a YouTube channel and working with YouTube creators A deep understanding of YouTube optimizations and the YouTube algorithm Experience with the entire production of YouTube videos from start to finish Graphic design experience, including creating YouTube thumbnails Strong time-management and project-management skills Excellent writing and communication skills Preferred Qualifications While not required, experience creating a podcast and using Buzzsprout is a plus. You'll also benefit from having a strong understanding of the podcasting industry and a passion for helping creators succeed. What We Offer As a member of our team, you'll enjoy a competitive salary, determined by your qualifications and skill set. You'll also receive: Personal time off (PTO) - 15 days per calendar year, non-accumulating A two-week sabbatical after your third year of employment 10 Federal Holidays that can be flexed to other holidays Participation in the company 401(k) with 6% employer matching Health Insurance provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield Internet and cell phone reimbursement for qualifying employees Travel Considerations While this is a remote-first position, we believe in the importance of team bonding and collaboration. As such, you'll be expected to travel to: Jacksonville, Florida, 4-6 times a year The Buzzsprout Christmas party in December One yearly Buzzsprout meetup Up to two podcast conferences each year as needed All travel expenses will be paid by Buzzsprout, so you can focus on building meaningful connections with your colleagues. Our Company Culture At Buzzsprout, we value: Continuous Improvement: We work each day to improve our products, people, and company. Solution-Focused: We take the time to find the best solution to every challenge. Leadership: Every team member is a team leader, and we're encouraged to take ownership of our work. Respect: We respect one another, our culture, and our office. Integrity: We demonstrate remarkable ethical integrity in everything we do. Ready to Apply? If you're a motivated individual with a passion for creating engaging video content and a deep understanding of the YouTube algorithm, we encourage you to apply now! Please submit a written application that introduces you to our team and highlights your relevant experience. Think of it as a post that showcases your skills and personality. Tell us what you like about this opportunity and the experiences you've had that would set you up to succeed at Buzzsprout. If you have a YouTube Channel, please send two examples of talking head videos that showcase your skillset. We can't wait to review your application! Join our team and help shape the future of podcasting at Buzzsprout. Apply now and let's create something amazing together! Apply for this job