Buzzsprout
Video editing
About Buzzsprout
Buzzsprout has been helping podcasters start podcasting for over 15 years.
We host over 120,000 active podcasts and make it easy for creators to get their shows on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more.
Buzzsprout is an intentionally small, close-knit team of 20, so this position will have a direct impact on shaping the future of podcasting.
If you’re passionate about podcasts and want to make a difference, join us at Buzzsprout!
About the job
Buzzsprout is hiring a YouTube Platform Specialist for our marketing team. This position will report to the Head of Marketing and work closely with the rest of the marketing team.
The YouTube Platform Specialist will be responsible for everything involved in the Buzzsprout YouTube channel. This job combines video creation, marketing, and community management.
Video creation
YouTube Platform Specialist is responsible for the entire video creation process, including
Writing video scripts that will perform well on YouTube
Filming and staring in videos
Editing video projects
Creating thumbnails, writing titles, descriptions, and tags for each video
Publishing videos to the Buzzsprout YouTube channel
Managing contractors related to YouTube including creating YouTube Shorts
Marketing & Content Creation
Establish and report on key performance indicators for our channel
Work with the Head of Marketing to create and maintain the content calendar
Optimize videos to reach the largest audience possible on YouTube
Stay up to date on YouTube trends, best practices, and new products
Create thumbnails, write titles, descriptions, and tags for each video
Optimize back catalog of over 300 videos to revitalize stale content
Manage and organize the existing channel with over 300 videos and 120k subscribers
Community Management
Develop channel community and moderation guidelines
Engage viewers in video comments and in the Community Tab
Moderate comments to foster a friendly and helpful community
Run live streams, giveaways, and other special events as applicable
Requirements
Qualifications & Skill Sets
An ideal candidate would have these skills, but please don’t disqualify yourself for not having all of these. Most of us have had unconventional career paths and would rather find the right person than somebody with a specific degree or certification.
Experience running a YouTube channel and working with YouTube creators
Deep understanding of YouTube optimizations and the YouTube algorithm
Experience with the entire production of YouTube videos from start to finish
Graphic design experience, including YouTube thumbnails
Experience creating a podcast and using Buzzsprout
Strong time-management and project-management skills
Excellent writing and communication skills
Travel considerations
This is a remote-first position, but we’ve found that our team benefits from spending time together in person. If you’re located outside of Northeast Florida, please plan to travel to the following events:
Travel to Jacksonville, Florida, 4-6 times a year
Buzzsprout Christmas party in December
One yearly Buzzsprout meetup
Up to two podcast conferences each year as needed
All travel expenses will be paid by Buzzsprout.
How to apply
Submit a written application that is tailored to this position. Think of it as a post that introduces you to the team instead of a generic cover letter.
Tell us what you like about this opportunity and the experiences you’ve had that would set you up to succeed at Buzzsprout. This shouldn’t be more than 500 words long.
If you have a YouTube Channel, please send two examples of talking head videos that showcase your skillset.
Buzzsprout Values
Work Each Day to Improve our Products, People and Company
Take the Time to Find the Best Solution
Every Team Member is a Team Leader
Respect One Another, our Culture, and our Office
Demonstrate Remarkable Ethical Integrity
Benefits
Pay and Benefits
Competitive salary, exact amount is determined by qualifications and skill set.
Benefits include:
Personal time off (PTO)
15 days per calendar year non-accumulating
Additional two-week sabbatical after your third year of employment
10 Federal Holidays that can be flexed to other holidays
Participation in the company 401(k) with 6% employer matching
Health Insurance provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield
Internet and cell phone reimbursement for qualifying employees
To apply for this job please visit apply.workable.com.