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About the role

As Short Form Video Producer, you will be responsible for producing impeccably researched, premium science videos for Veritasium’s global audience of knowledge-seekers. You’ll understand what it takes to make content resonate on short form platforms, with a particular flair for creating compelling intro hooks - injecting pace and intrigue, while still delivering the level of depth and intellectual satisfaction Veritasium fans expect. Working alongside the long form content team, as Producer you’ll be hands-on at every stage of the pre-production process, from ideation, through to scripting and filming. This role would suit a science graduate with proven experience of producing compelling short form content.

About Electrify Video Partners

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 multiple creator brands and Veritasium is one of the leading channels in our portfolio. Veritasium is a world-leading physics and science education YouTube channel with nearly 20 million subscribers and more than 3 billion lifetime views. We craft high-quality, in-depth videos for a curious, engaged audience that never stops asking the big questions. Come and build the future of media with us!

Responsibilities

• Write, research and produce original short form videos for Veritasium
• Work with Veritasium’s Writer/Directors to ensure we are creating short form content that supports, and expands on, our long form video output
• Create content that resonates on short form platforms, with a particular focus on edit pacing, and creating impactful intro hooks
• Develop video ideas that will delight the Veritasium audience
• Write flawlessly accurate scripts that expand people’s understanding of the world
• Continuously analyze video performance to ensure ideation and production is backed by data and audience insight
• Analyze the short form video landscape across platforms to ensure our content is tailored to current platform best practices
• Pitch ideas for branded content, in response to client briefs, where required
• Give creative feedback to video editors
• Consistency: ensure our short form content adheres to Veritasium brand values and audience expectations
• Collaboration: work cross-functionally, building relationships with colleagues in Editorial, Brand Partnerships, Publishing and more

Requirements

• Science degree
• Track record of producing educational short form content
• A strong understanding of short form video trends and retention tactics
• Passion for Veritasium and its educational mission
• Excellent level of technical knowledge in video production
• Strong project management skills, with proven ability to drive projects forward and hit deadlines
• Fantastic communication skills, with the ability to sell a video concept and build trust with Veritasium’s creative team
• Excellent attention to detail and a keen eye for visual aesthetics
• Adept at analysing data and making data-driven decisions

Desirable

• You probably won’t appear on-screen - but we’d be interested in candidates that have experience of presenting their own content on short form platforms
• Experience of building your own audience as a science creator
• Experience of producing branded content in response to a client brief

Benefits

• Electrify Culture – Dynamic environment with a world-class creative culture; self-starters with an entrepreneurial mindset encouraged to take ownership and learn rapidly
• Work anywhere – Remote team with employees around the world; ability to work from anywhere with a good internet connection
• Our Values – Commitment to fostering a culture that values innovative thinking and positive impact
• Force for good – The Creator Foundation supports projects that tell important stories linked to the UN Sustainable Development Goals; involvement encouraged

What we offer

• Work from anywhere with an allowance for tech
• Flexible hours
• Employee referral program
• Opportunity to work in a vibrant and innovative environment where you can learn rapidly and grow quickly
• A supportive, collaborative and passionate team
• An opportunity to leave your footprint with ownership & responsibility from the start
• Creating inspirational videos watched by millions
• A flat organizational startup structure

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.

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