Short Form Video Producer, Veritasium – US at Electrify Video Partners

Job Description

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 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!
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.
Tasks

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

Analyse 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 – We are dedicated to providing a world-class creative culture where our employees can thrive. We’re looking for self-starters with an entrepreneurial mindset who want to be part of our success story. You’ll discover new opportunities, take ownership of important initiatives and learn at a fast pace.

Work anywhere – We are a remote team with employees around the world. This means you are free to work from anywhere with a good internet connection.

Our Values – We are committed to fostering a culture that values innovative thinking and the ability to drive positive change.

Force for good – We believe in leveraging the power of Electrify to change lives and have set up our Creator Foundation. For each established creator that we invest in, we will provide both the cash and production support for an emerging creator to produce and distribute a video that tells an important story linked to one of the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We actively encourage your involvement in these projects.

What we offer

Work from anywhere with an allowance for tech

Flexible hours

Employee referral program

The 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 of people

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.