YouTube Channel Art Director - fern and Simplicissimus

Electrify; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic digital media company is seeking an experienced Art Director to shape the visual concepts for significant YouTube channels. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in editing and animation and possesses fluency in German and business-level English. This full-time role offers flexible working hours, remote options, and a vibrant team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Work from anywhere

Flexible hours

Employee referral program

Regular team events

Qualifications

• Several years of professional experience in editing, cinematography, directing, or animation.
• Passion for creative work and journalistic content.
• Fluency in German and business-level English.

Responsibilities

• Develop the visual concept for documentaries and video essays.
• Pitch concepts convincingly to stakeholders.
• Oversee the post-production process.

Skills

Editing

Cinematography

Directing

2D animation

3D animation

Organizational skills

Clear communication

Tools

Monday.com

Job description

Overview

YouTube Channel Art Director - fern and Simplicissimus

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An opportunity to join an exciting, well-funded and fast-growing creator economy business.

Electrify Video Partners is a dynamic new digital media company that invests in and scales creators with an established YouTube presence. We have invested in various leading channels, and fern and Simplicissimus are two of the leading channels in our portfolio.

Fern and Simplicissimus are world-leading digital outlets for political and social topics with nearly 4 and 2.5 million subscribers each. We have received national and international recognition, including the DAfFNE award, the NYT TV & Film award, and nominations for the Rudolf Diesel medal and the Environmental Media Award. We focus on investigative research, video essays, and documentaries for a curious, engaged audience that always seeks deeper answers.

Come and build the future of media with us!

About the role

We are looking for an Art Director (m/f/d) to support our YouTube channels fern and Simplicissimus. As Art Director, you will shape the visual concept and guide the successful execution of our productions and contribute to the ongoing visual development of our channels.

Most of our team is based in Germany and the Netherlands. Therefore, we prefer German-speaking applicants with a good level of English residing in the DACH or Benelux region to ensure smooth collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop the visual concept for our documentaries and video essays.
• Present and pitch concepts and ideas convincingly to all stakeholders in project-based meetings.
• Ensure that the visual design supports and enhances the editorial impact of the documentaries.
• Provide clear direction for editing, 2D motion design, 3D animation, and sound.
• Oversee the entire post-production process from the first rough cut to the final audio mix.
• Give constructive, actionable feedback at every stage of post-production.
• Ensure that concepts are implemented and quality standards are met.
• Communicate realistic deadlines and share responsibility for timely project delivery.
• Work closely with the editorial team to guarantee content accuracy in visuals.
• Monitor current media and design trends, test new visual approaches, and introduce innovative ideas.
• Solve creative, scheduling, or technical challenges while keeping the bigger picture and timeline in mind.
• Improve post-production processes and workflows to sustainably increase efficiency and quality.

Requirements

• Several years of professional experience in at least two of the following areas: editing, cinematography, directing, 2D animation, 3D animation.
• A passion for creative work and journalistic content, with a strong eye for detail and a drive for continuous development.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to keep deadlines in check.
• Clear and professional communicator – both with your team and with external partners.
• Fluency in German and business-level English.

Desirable

• Prior experience in Art Direction, ideally in documentary or digital video production.
• Familiarity with 2D and 3D animation workflows, as these are an essential part of our productions.
• Solid knowledge of project management tools such as Monday.com.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Work from anywhere with an allowance for tech.
• Flexible hours.
• Employee referral program.
• The opportunity to work in a vibrant, dynamic, and innovative environment.
• A supportive and collaborative team.
• Regular team events in Amsterdam and across Europe.
• The opportunity to shape meaningful journalistic content and documentaries.

Electrify Culture

• Dynamic environment - We provide a world-class creative culture where employees can thrive. Self-starters with an entrepreneurial mindset are encouraged to own initiatives and learn quickly.
• Work anywhere - We are a remote team with employees around the world. You can work from anywhere with a good internet connection.
• Our Values – We foster innovative thinking and positive change. Force for good - We support the Creator Foundation to fund and produce stories linked to UN SDGs, and encourage involvement in these projects.

Electrify is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other
• Industries: Media Production

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