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Flax Labs is an e-commerce growth agency seeking an experienced YouTube long-form video editor and thumbnail designer…
We partner with ecom and personal brands on Shopify that are looking to increase their growth PROFITABLY through paid advertising, content creation, and funnel optimization. Flax has helped over 50 brands generate $100M+ in revenue; of which, $48M of that is profit. Flax is developing a process that produces automated growth for any brand, no matter shape or size, and we need passionate e-commerce marketing minds to help us develop our process and service to create the ultimate DTC growth machine.
In this role you will be working with the YouTube team. This division is responsible for creating content on YouTube to increase the channel growth and revenue by treating YouTube as a marketing channel for the brandÂ’s ecommerce store.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a long-form video editor and thumbnail designer, youÂ’ll be playing a key role in helping our clients grow their YouTube presence by delivering high-quality video edits and designing attention-grabbing thumbnails. YouÂ’ll be responsible for editing engaging long-form content that aligns with our clientsÂ’ brand and goals, while constantly seeking ways to improve video and funnel performance.
Core Responsibilities Include:
• Edit high-quality, long-form videos (A-Z) for YouTube channels, ensuring content is engaging and aligned with the client’s brand and conversion objectives
• Design compelling, high-converting YouTube thumbnails to improve CTR, using data-driven insights to optimise designs
• Regularly A/B test thumbnails and make improvements based on results to maximise engagement
• Analyse YouTube performance metrics (CTR, AVD, etc..) to adjust video edits and thumbnails
• Collaborate closely with clients and internal teams to understand project goals and execute creative solutions that meet or exceed expectations
• Stay updated with YouTube trends, algorithm changes, and best practices to ensure content remains relevant and optimised for growth.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously without compromising quality
• Coordinate and lead strategy on video ideas and how they are best represented through a thumbnail
• Coordinate and communicate with strategist, script-writers, other team members, and clients to ensure you have the all the assets needed to complete the project on time
• Update project management software(s) (Monday.com) in real time as you progress on projects
• Ensure all edited content is free from copyright content/risk-free of a YouTube copyright strike
• Ensure all edited content aligns with best practices for YouTube video performance (improved AVD and viewership dropoff %)
Mandator Qualifications:
• Minimum 3 years of experience video editing on YouTube
• Minimum 1 year of experience creating YouTube thumbnails
• Proficiency using Adobe suite, specifically: Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and After Effects or equivalent video editing software
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Understanding of YouTube best practices for channel growth
• History of editing videos that have generated over 100,000 views within the past 2 years
• History of creating thumbnails with a CTR above 5%
• Understands the essentials of colour theory, composition, etc..
• Understanding of how YouTube can be used as a funnel/marketing tool for businesses
• Proficient with the use of G Suite tools (minimum 2 years experience)
Benefits of working with our team:
• Remote Work
• Unlimited PTO
• Make your own schedule
• Performance-based, uncapped income
• Room for you to grow into a role with more responsibility (your role grows as the agency grows)
• Knowledgeable, driven teammates who push themselves in every area of their personal and professional lives
If you are interested in applying for this role, please apply directly on Indeed
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $3,000.00 – $4,000.00 per month
Benefits:
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
• What is your current role/occupation?
• Please link your portfolio or a list of your best quality YouTube videos that you’ve edited and created thumbnails for
• Explain how YouTube can be used as a marketing tool for businesses, and provide an example.
• What do you do when a video you’ve made is under-performing?
• What are success metrics to you in your role? What does success look like to you?
• What makes you a stronger editor/designer than others applying for this role?
• What are your compensation expectations?
• Where are you located?
Experience:
• YouTube video editing: 3 years (required)
• Thumbnail editing: 1 year (required)
Work Location: Remote
Application Deadline: 09/13/2024
