Executive Producer, Veritasium UK

Veritasium is a world-leading physics and science education YouTube channel, with content spanning more than a decade and more than 2 billion lifetime views. We create videos for a curious, engaged audience that never stops asking the big questions.

With a focus on high-quality production and in-depth exploration of scientific and technical topics, we are seeking an Executive Producer to lead our creative team and uphold our commitment to excellence.

As the Executive Producer of Veritasium, you will be at the forefront of our mission to educate and inspire our audience through well-researched, visually captivating, and expertly presented videos. Your extensive knowledge in physics or mathematics, combined with your experience in documentary-style program production, will be instrumental in shaping the content that drives growth.

This is a team leadership position and requires experience of managing multiple disciplines across video creative and production.

Tasks

Content Strategy and Development:

• Develop a robust content and commissioning strategy that aligns with our scientific and technical focus and resonates with our target audience. Contribute to growing the Veritasium brand and expansion into new platforms
• Foster, create and develop innovative ideas for videos that will engage, educate, and entertain our viewers.
• Ensure that all content is thoroughly researched, accurate, and presented in an engaging and accessible manner.
• Collaborate with the broader team to identify opportunities for collaborations, sponsorships, and partnerships that align with our channel's niche and values.

Production Management:

• Oversee the content creation process, from concept development and scripting to filming and post-production, in collaboration with our team of talented writers and producers.
• Manage the production timeline, ensuring that videos are produced to a high standard and delivered on schedule.
• Collaborate with writers, researchers, videographers, and editors to maintain a cohesive production workflow.

Team Leadership:

• Lead a team of around 10 x talented creatives, including writers, producers, researchers, editors, and video production staff
• Foster a collaborative and innovative environment that encourages the team to produce their best work and contribute creative ideas.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, ensuring their growth and development.

Quality Control:

• Maintain a rigorous standard of quality for all content, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with the channel's educational goals.
• Review scripts, storyboards, and final cuts to ensure that scientific concepts are communicated effectively to a broad audience.

Analytics and Optimisation:

• Utilise analytics to track the performance of videos, gather insights, and make data-driven decisions for content improvement.
• Implement strategies to enhance video engagement, optimise content for discovery, and increase viewer retention.

Requirements

• A passion and love for Veritasium, having been aware of the channel for years and having familiarity with its content.
• Passion for science communication and education, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Minimum of a Master's degree in Physics, Mathematics, or a related field
• Minimum 8 years experience producing content, with proven experience in producing high-quality science and technical content, ideally in a documentary-style long-form format.
• Strong leadership skills and a track record of effectively managing creative teams.
• Proficiency in project management, ensuring the timely delivery of content while maintaining high standards.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex scientific concepts in an accessible manner.
• A deep understanding of YouTube's platform, algorithm, and best practices for maximising visibility and engagement would be beneficial.
• Analytical mindset, using data insights to refine content strategy and optimise viewer interaction.

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Work from anywhere with an allowance for tech

• Flexible hours

• Employee referral program

• 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.

• 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.

• 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