Position Title: Videographer
Location: Youngstown, OH
Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
This job is for people who want to build a career in YouTube.
About Us: It’s All About the Team is a YouTube native podcast hosted by Jim Tressel. We are looking for a talented and creative Videographer who is passionate about video production and eager to become an expert in YouTube content creation.
Position Overview: The Videographer will work alongside Jim and the team on all aspects of the podcast. The videographer is primarily responsible for shooting high-quality video footage, editing it for various platforms, and ensuring our content is engaging and visually appealing. The ideal candidate will have an obsession with YouTube as a platform. The candidate must have maturity recording onsite and be comfortable dealing with VIPs. This role requires national travel on short notice due to the nature of our guests. Finally, this role will require the candidate to be in-office in Youngstown, OH to collaborate with the podcast team in-studio.
Key Responsibilities:
· Collaborate with the podcast team to understand the vision and goals for each episode.
· Shoot high-quality video footage during podcast recordings and other related events.
· Edit video content to create polished, engaging episodes suitable for upload across Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.
· Optimize video content specifically for YouTube, focusing on audience retention, SEO, and platform best practices.
· Create compelling thumbnails, titles, and descriptions to enhance viewership on YouTube.
· Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and techniques in video production and YouTube content creation.
· Manage and organize video files and ensure all content is archived appropriately.
· Work closely with the marketing team to develop and execute strategies for video promotion and audience growth.
· Travel with the podcast team and manage equipment transportation to recording location.
Qualifications:
· An adventure mindset. This is a start-up mentality. We work hard.
· Do not apply if you want stable work hours and a clear job description.
· Do not apply if you are not a contributor: ideas, opinions, learning.
· Proven experience as a videographer, preferably with experience in podcast or similar content.
· Expert in Adobe Premiere.
· Strong understanding of video production techniques, including lighting, sound, and camera operation.
· Obsession with YouTube as a platform, with a desire to become an expert in YouTube content creation and optimization.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
· Excellent time management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
· Strong attention to detail and a creative mindset.
· Knowledge of social media platforms and video requirements for Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.
· Excellent communication skills and the ability to take direction and feedback constructively.
· Experience with graphic design software (e.g., Photoshop) for creating thumbnails and promotional materials.
· Familiarity with SEO best practices for YouTube and other social media platforms.
· Previous experience working in a fast-paced media or production environment.
· A strong understanding of sports media.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume, portfolio, a list of YouTube channels they admire, and what resources they use to learn about YouTube.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Nights as needed
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Youngstown, OH: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person