YouTube Strategist

Description

**YouTube Strategist (Long-Form Content)** =========================================== We are looking for a **YouTube Strategist** with proven experience growing YouTube channels through long-form content strategies. This role targets professionals who understand YouTube as a growth ecosystem, where every decision — from the initial idea to the title, thumbnail, and narrative structure — directly impacts channel performance. We are not merely seeking a scriptwriter or content creator. We aim to bring on board a strategic thinker with analytical capabilities and deep knowledge of the algorithm — someone capable of designing scalable content systems that drive organic brand growth. If you enjoy analyzing metrics, identifying patterns in successful content, and building data-driven strategies, this opportunity is for you. **What You’ll Do:** --------------- * Design comprehensive content strategies for YouTube channels. * Develop concepts, formats, and long-form content series. * Write scripts for videos, podcasts, and interviews with emphasis on storytelling and audience retention. * Define title, thumbnail, and packaging strategies to maximize CTR. * Research trends, formats, and opportunities both within and beyond your niche. * Analyze metrics such as CTR, watch time, and retention curves to optimize channel performance. * Collaborate with editors and designers by providing strategic feedback on narrative, pacing, and visual presentation. * Build processes and systems enabling scalable content production. * Continuously propose new ideas, formats, and growth opportunities. **We’re Looking For Someone With:** --------------------------- * Proven experience developing strategies for YouTube channels. * Mastery of key metrics including CTR, retention, watch time, and organic growth. * Experience in storytelling for long-duration content. * Solid expertise in video title, thumbnail, and packaging design. * Ability to interpret data and translate it into strategic decisions. * Experience researching trends, competitors, and audience behavior. * Intermediate or advanced English proficiency. **Tools You’ll Use:** ------------------------------- * YouTube Studio * vidIQ * TubeBuddy * Google Trends * ClickUp * Google Sheets * Google Docs / Notion * Frame * Google Drive * Slack * AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity for research and content development. **What We Value:** -------------------- * Strategic thinking. * Obsession with YouTube and organic growth. * High level of ownership and autonomy. * Excellent creative judgment. * Analytical, results-oriented mindset. * Ability to defend proposals with data. * Constant curiosity and focus on continuous improvement. * Organization, proactivity, and ability to manage multiple projects. **Bonus If You Have Experience In:** ----------------------------------------------- * Personal brand growth. * Podcast or interview production. * Educational or edutainment content. * Development of viral and scalable formats. * Collaborative work with creative and editing teams. **How We’ll Measure Your Impact:** ------------------------------- * Organic channel growth. * Increase in CTR and watch time. * Improvement in retention metrics. * Performance of titles and thumbnails. * Success of new content formats. * Narrative quality of videos. * Ability to iterate strategies based on data. * Adherence to the content calendar. **This Role Is Right For You If...** ----------------------------- * You think in terms of content systems, not just individual videos. * You analyze YouTube from a strategic perspective. * You spot opportunities before trends become mainstream. * You make data-informed decisions without sacrificing creativity. * You aim to build channels that grow sustainably and at scale. If you have a portfolio or success cases where you’ve driven YouTube channel growth, we’d love to see your work. **Compensation:** Based on experience **Work Mode:** 100% Remote