About the role
We are hiring a Junior Channel Manager (part-time) to oversee daily operations for a new educational YouTube channel that publishes long-form content about wild animals. The right candidate should have deep expertise in YouTube operations combined with a genuine enthusiasm for the natural world and wild animals. You’ll use analytical insights to optimize content performance and expand audience reach.
We’re looking for a creative, detail-oriented individual who can handle various responsibilities simultaneously. You’ll publish and refine content using audience analytics, trend assessments, and performance data, and regularly test multiple thumbnails and titles to drive viewer engagement.
Responsibilities
- Publish and oversee video content upload, ensuring compliance with YouTube’s best practices.
- Regularly update existing content with new thumbnails, titles, and SEO-optimized descriptions.
- Prepare detailed performance analytics and reports for internal stakeholders.
Propose innovative content ideas and provide insightful feedback to production and editorial teams. - Leverage data analysis to devise actionable strategies aimed at boosting subscriber numbers and viewership.
- Collaborate with various stakeholders, presenting insights and updates on channel performance.
- Spot and implement opportunities to repurpose content to engage the audience through community posts
- Stay informed about current trends, algorithm updates, and platform best practices on YouTube.
Qualifications you bring
- Comprehensive understanding of YouTube analytics, SEO optimization, and algorithm mechanics.
- Demonstrable interest and knowledge in subjects such as wildlife, ecology, zoology and conservation
- Previous experience with educational-focused media brands is advantageous.
- Excellent project management skills, capable of handling multiple deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong communication skills, particularly in clearly conveying analytical insights and actionable recommendations.
- Rigorous attention to detail, ensuring consistent adherence to high editorial standards.
- Fluent in Photoshop, Premiere Pro as well as in working with Google spreadsheets.
How to Apply
Submit your application along with a link to a viral video or successful social format you have produced, created or ideated. Showcase your ability to capture audience attention and drive significant engagement and growth.
Underknown is a creator-led media company making high-quality, long-form videos for YouTube and beyond. We produce factual storytelling that explains science, tech, and the natural world in engaging, accessible ways. Our global team runs 100+ channels in multiple languages, reaching 70 million monthly viewers. While YouTube is our core platform, we also publish on Snapchat, Facebook, MSN, and operate the Popular Science streaming TV channel.
Why work at Underknown?
- Your work will be seen by millions of people around the world.
- A competitive salary.
- Work from home and at our studio in Toronto with an international team of creators and thinkers.
- A manager who deeply cares about your development and makes a personal investment in your career at Underknown.
- A team that trusts and wants to win together and has a work hard but have fun attitude
- Work for a values-driven company; we don’t work with brands and organizations that pollute the planet and exploit people.
We know that applying to a new role takes a lot of work and we sincerely value your time and your interest in Underknown. We’re looking forward to reading your application. We thank all applicants, though only those selected will be contacted.
Underknown is committed to a workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations that we serve. We are committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. We have implemented policies with respect to accommodating people with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any time during your application or employment with Underknown, please contact the Human Resources Department.