We’re a storied Legal/Law focused You Tube channel looking for an agile Swiss-Army Knife showrunner/EP with experience in cable news, news-oriented You Tube/podcasting, or true crime, to help create and run a new second channel project in the true crime space. The showrunner will be part of the channel’s conception and launch, and will serve as the core vision-keeper and “conductor of the orchestra.”
Core responsibilities include: Overseeing all processes related to creation and rollout of the new channel Conceptualizing and producing the channel’s content (e.g. a daily live-to-tape talk show covering biggest true crime news; “evergreen” Bodycam compilations, true crime stories, trial breakdowns, etc.)Overseeing production of various videos, shorts, and vertical cut-downs for social media Developing and executing a comprehensive growth strategy Overseeing all packaging, community/audience relationship, and channel identity Developing, directing, coaching, and empowering on-screen talent Writing host monologs and voice-overs as needed Managing and running a team of producers, editors, writers/researchers, and various freelancers & permalancers Reporting directly to the company’s senior executives and stakeholders
The ideal candidate: Has experience in cable news, or high-volume news oriented You Tube/podcast content Is process-oriented and has experience overseeing complex projects Is fast, hyper-organized, self-directed, team-oriented, and works well under multiple deadlines Is knowledgeable in latest video production tech and methodology Is familiar with the Adobe creative suite Has creative flare; excellent taste in true crime content Is located in the USFTE with benefits Position is remote

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Level

Senior

Location

Brooklyn, NY

Occupation

Producers and Directors

Industry

Motion Picture and Video Production

Posted

2 days ago

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