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YouTube Channel Writer Director - Veritasium 2

Electrify Video Partners

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Original Job Summary

Overview

Join Electrify Video Partners, a dynamic digital media company investing in top YouTube creators. Veritasium, a leading science education channel, now expands with a second channel requiring a creative and experienced YouTube Channel Writer Director.

About the Role

This role is for a factual storyteller with a proven track record in producing long-form documentaries for modern digital audiences. You will own the entire production process from scriptwriting to directing, ensuring high-quality, engaging content.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop innovative video ideas with compelling hooks and strong storylines.
  • Write, revise, and edit accurate, engaging scripts through detailed research.
  • Oversee all production elements including planning, filming, directing, and editing.
  • Manage a team of researchers, animators, and editors to deliver quality content.
  • Ensure content is optimized for YouTube and social media platforms.

Requirements

  • Experience in producing high-performing factual videos on YouTube.
  • Expert storytelling skills with ability to sustain viewer engagement for over 20 minutes.
  • Proven experience in managing production teams and running detailed edits.
  • Strong project management skills with attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
  • A relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and flexible work-from-anywhere environment.
  • Opportunity to join a vibrant, innovative, and supportive team.
  • Chance to work on high quality, intellectually challenging content.
  • Potential conversion to a staff contract in the future.
  • Involvement in projects supporting UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Key Skills/Competency

  • Scriptwriting
  • Directing
  • Production Management
  • Research
  • Factual Storytelling
  • YouTube Optimization
  • Editing Oversight
  • Team Management
  • Project Management
  • Creative Ideation

How to Get Hired at Electrify Video Partners

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Electrify Video Partners: Understand their portfolio and success stories.
  • Tailor your resume: Highlight video production and storytelling skills.
  • Showcase your portfolio: Include long-form documentary examples.
  • Prepare for interviews: Emphasize project management and creative process.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Practice advanced scriptwriting techniques.
Study documentary filming methods.
Review production planning strategies.
Learn editing software basics.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork under tight deadlines.
Explain handling project stress scenarios.
Show communication experience with diverse teams.
Discuss creative conflict resolution stories.