Youtube Strategist & Channel Manager

TheSoul Group is a leading creator business platform positioned at the heart of the creator economy. Our original videos, animations, and editorial stories inspire audiences in 21 languages , across 60 platforms and 20 websites . Together with our network of talented creators , we reach over 5 billion followers and generate more than 100 billion monthly views on social media. As a global powerhouse in digital media, we drive viral success for creators and brands worldwide through a wide range of services, leveraging our expertise in content distribution, localization, and social media management. We're the creators behind global phenomena such as 5-Minute Crafts and BrightSide . We're a dynamic, remote-first global team, fostering award-winning creativity, a no-red-tape approach, and great vibes! TheSoul Group is launching the YouTube channel for an established TV series in the food and outdoor space, bringing its content to a new digital audience. YouTube is the main stage, and views and subscribers are the KPIs that matter most . TikTok, Instagram and Facebook grow alongside it, both as channels in their own right and as a way to send viewers to YouTube. As our YouTube Strategist & Channel Manager , you'll set the strategy and run the channel day to day. You read the data, decide what comes next, and work hand in hand with a dedicated editor so every new video builds on what performs. Strategy & data Track channel performance weekly: views, subscribers, retention, CTR, traffic sources and returning viewers Turn insights into clear, data-led briefs for the editor: which topics and moments to use, which hooks to test, what length works best Find the formats and topics the audience responds to, and adjust the plan to match Lead the channel to YouTube monetisation eligibility and track progress against it Running the channel Support the channel and account setup for a US audience; set up playlists, keywords and a standard for titles and descriptions Own the publishing calendar: 2 long-form videos and 14 Shorts a week on YouTube, plus regular posting on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook Grow TikTok, Instagram and Facebook: adapt content per platform and test formats, posting times and captions Write titles, descriptions and captions; brief thumbnails and A/B test them every week Refresh underperforming videos with a new title, thumbnail or opening Spot trends early and bring relevant ideas into the plan Prepare cuts for client review and approval in Frame.io Community Manage comments and messages across all platforms daily Build an engaged community and turn recurring questions and feedback into content ideas Requirements 3+ years growing YouTube channels hands-on, both long-form and Shorts, with before-and-after numbers to show for it Strong analytics skills, and the ability to turn data into clear creative direction for an editor Comfortable owning both strategy and daily execution: posting, copywriting, titles and community management Hands-on experience growing TikTok and Instagram accounts, including setting up accounts for a specific country Highly organised: able to run a high-volume calendar with client approvals Senior enough to work directly with the client: explaining and defending decisions and handling feedback with confidence Available for a couple of hours' overlap with US Pacific time when needed Experience turning existing TV, film or podcast content into YouTube content (a strong plus) Background in food, travel or outdoor niches Knowledge of YouTube's advertiser-friendly guidelines for hunting, fishing and animal-processing footage Experience with brand integrations Fluent English Benefits Flexible Engagement Structure: This opportunity is offered under an independent service-provider agreement, giving you the freedom to shape how you deliver your expertise. You define your own working methods, organise your schedule independently, and contribute your skills to clearly scoped projects. Compensation is agreed individually and reflects your experience, capabilities, and the value you bring to each engagement Location Freedom: You can deliver services from any suitable location that supports high-quality outcomes, whether that’s your home office, a co‑working space, or wherever you feel most productive and inspired. What matters most is the impact you create and the reliability of your delivery Global Network and Inspiring Projects: You’ll collaborate with a diverse international network of professionals across 85+ countries, contributing to projects that reach vast audiences and help shape the future of digital content. This is an opportunity to work alongside talented specialists, exchange ideas, and be part of meaningful initiatives with real global reach Smooth Collaboration and Project Support: To enable efficient service delivery, we provide modern collaboration platforms, clear project coordination, and streamlined processes. This helps you focus your energy where it matters most, producing high-impact work and bringing creative solutions to life Make a Global Impact: Your expertise will contribute to initiatives that influence audiences worldwide. Join projects that push creative boundaries and help build the next generation of digital experiences We appreciate your interest in our job opportunities and our company. Our team carefully evaluates each application to identify the most suitable candidates for the role. Due to the high volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. However, if your qualifications align with our requirements, we will contact you to discuss the next steps in the selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr TheSoul Group