YouTube Channel Writer Director - Veritasium 2 @ Electrify Video Partners
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Posted 2 days ago
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About the Role
Electrify Video Partners is seeking a creative and experienced Writer, Producer, and Director to join the remote digital video team for the new Veritasium 2 channel. As a YouTube Channel Writer Director, you will be responsible for crafting engaging, in-depth, and factual long-form content that captivates a modern digital audience. You will oversee end-to-end production, including scriptwriting, planning, directing filming, managing productions, and ensuring that the final content is both informative and entertaining.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop compelling video ideas with strong hook and storyline.
- Write, revise, and edit accurate scripts based on deep research.
- Oversee production planning, filming, directing, and editing.
- Manage production teams including researchers, editors, and animators.
- Ensure content is optimized for YouTube and social media platforms.
Requirements
- Proven experience in creating popular factual YouTube videos.
- Expert storytelling and ability to engage viewers for 20+ minutes.
- Portfolio showcasing high-quality writing and video production skills.
- Experience managing production teams and coordinating with creatives.
- Strong project management, research, and communication skills.
- A relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with work-from-anywhere flexibility.
- Flexible hours and supportive, collaborative team culture.
- Opportunity for conversion to a staff contract in the future.
- Involvement in projects with societal impact via the Creator Foundation.
Key skills/competency
- Scriptwriting
- Video Production
- Directing
- Editing
- Project Management
- Research
- Team Management
- Storytelling
- YouTube Optimization
- Digital Media
How to Get Hired at Electrify Video Partners
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize your resume: Tailor experience to digital storytelling.
- Showcase portfolio: Highlight long-form documentary work.
- Prepare for interviews: Emphasize project management skills.
- Research Electrify Video Partners: Understand culture and production style.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review advanced scriptwriting techniques.
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Study production and directing tools.
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Familiarize with YouTube optimization strategies.
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Practice managing digital production workflows.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe a challenging project deadline.
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Explain your approach to team collaboration.
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Discuss a time you adapted under pressure.
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Share how you handle creative disagreements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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