Gaming Channel Manager, WhatCulture

Future Publishing; North East; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media brand is seeking a passionate YouTube Channel Manager for its gaming channel. The role involves leading a team to create engaging content, navigating data insights, and using strategic thinking to grow the audience. Located in Gateshead with options for hybrid work, this position offers a competitive salary and attractive perks such as uncapped leave and profit-sharing bonuses.

Benefits

Uncapped leave

Profit-sharing bonuses

Referral rewards

Wellbeing support

Share Incentive Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in video content and digital media.
• Ability to navigate data and performance insights.
• Experience presenting videos for YouTube is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead the gaming channel creatively and managerially.
• Create engaging content for YouTube, website, and social media.
• Guide a team of creatives and manage content direction.

Skills

Knowledge of the gaming industry

Experience in digital media

Knowledge of social platforms

Experience with social video content

Creative direction

Video presentation skills

Job description

WhatCulture is a leading brand in pop culture media covering a wide array of fandoms through numerous YouTube channels, social media and digital content. You would lead a vibrant and enthusiastic team of creatives covering the thing they love, the gaming industry. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to bring your passion for gaming to millions of viewers around the world.

What you'll be doing

We are looking for an experienced YouTube Channel Manager, reporting to the Head of Video, who will lead our gaming channel both creatively and managerially. YouTube is the heart of what we do but we want a strategic thinker who can use their understanding of the gaming industry and its audience to deliver high quality, creative and engaging content for not only WhatCulture Gaming's YouTube channel, but our website, social media and podcast.

You will combine a knowledge of YouTube and social media with experience of the gaming industry, to create content that engages and grows our audience. You will also help navigate data and performance insights to make the best decisions needed to drive revenue growth.

You will be located in our studios in Gateshead and can be full time in office or hybrid with up to 2 days working from home. We are also moving to a new office space in central Newcastle with new studios, modern facilities and a free on-site gym with personal trainer.

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve

• Knowledge of the gaming industry and its audience.
• Experience working in digital media with specific emphasis on video.
• Knowledge of social platforms and publishing guidelines.
• Experience with what works in social video content including titles and thumbnail creation.
• Work with creative teams, and provide clear direction and feedback.
• Experience presenting videos for YouTube is hugely beneficial but video editing or writing skills will also be taken into account.

What's in it for you

The expected range for this role is £25,000 - £36,000

This is a full-time role based in our Gateshead Office, or you can work hybrid, three days from the office, two from home.

… Plus more great perks, which include;

• Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
• Wellbeing support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan

Internal job family level E6

Who are we…

We're Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.

We've got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we're looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are.

Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That's why we're building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It's not just about what you bring to the table — it's about making sure the table has room for everyone.

Because a diverse team isn't just good for business. It's the Future.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience!

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

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