Development Producer, Veritasium (US)

Electrify Video Partners; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from anywhere

Flexible hours

Employee referral program

Job summary

A leading digital media company is seeking a Development Producer to join their remote team. This role will focus on generating and developing innovative video ideas related to Physics and STEM subjects. The ideal candidate has a strong academic background in these areas and relevant experience in video production. Join a dynamic environment that values creativity and offers flexibility in work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in long-form or feature science communication.
• Portfolio showcasing writing ability and clear communication skills.
• Flexibility to travel internationally for shoots.

Responsibilities

• Drive development process for engaging science videos.
• Generate original ideas for video content.
• Research complex topics and write development briefs.

Skills

Strong project management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work well under pressure

Passion for educating about Physics

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Physics, Maths, Engineering

Tools

Video production experience

Job description

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An opportunity to join an exciting, well-funded and fast-growing creator economy business.

Electrify Video Partners is a dynamic new digital media company that invests in and scales creators with an established YouTube presence. We have invested in various leading channels and Veritasium is one of the leading channels in our portfolio.

Veritasium is a world-leading physics and science education YouTube channel with nearly 20 million subscribers and more than 3 billion lifetime views. We craft high‑quality, in‑depth videos for a curious, engaged audience that never stops asking the big questions.

Come and build the future of media with us!

About the role

We are looking for a creative and experienced Development Producer to join our remote digital video team. You will be responsible for writing engaging, informative, and accurate development briefs for long‑form videos related to Physics, Maths, Engineering, and other related subjects. You will also help to oversee the wider team to develop their ideas, readying them for greenlight & production.

Key Responsibilities

This role will be responsible for driving the development process across Veritasium, getting a slate of ideas ready to essentially discuss/ ‘pitch’ to the editor‑in‑chief on a regular basis. However, you do not necessarily need experience in pitching ideas directly to client or channel heads, etc. Your ideas and original thinking are far more important than a proven ability to ‘sell’ ideas.

In this role, you will be at the heart of idea generation and story development. You’ll research deeply, think boldly, and craft detailed development briefs that form the foundation for engaging and rigorous science videos. You’ll collaborate with the wider team, guiding concepts from spark to production‑ready, and ensuring a steady pipeline of greenlit projects to maintain video output.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of science, storytelling, and digital media.

Ownership and strategy

• Lead the end‑to‑end development function, from idea intake to greenlight, with clear ownership of outcomes
• Maintain an active, prioritised development slate and schedule, visible to the Editor in Chief and leadership
• Make timely go or no‑go decisions within agreed windows, balancing ambition with resources and timelines

Ideation

• Drive a high‑tempo ideation culture, hold the team accountable for regular idea submission, coach to improve idea quality
• Generate original ideas yourself, informed by audience signals and brand positioning
• Source ideas from diverse places, including journals, conferences, preprints, expert communities, and adjacent fields
• Prepare and deliver short pitches to editorial leads, with clear value propositions and risks

Development and research

• Research complex topics in physics, mathematics, engineering, and related fields, distilling them into compelling, accurate video propositions
• Trace claims back to primary sources when required, including scientific papers and original datasets
• Write, revise, and edit development briefs that capture hypothesis, narrative arc, key beats, experiments or demos, experts, and primary sources
• Assess feasibility early, including access, filming constraints, timelines, cost, and editorial risk
• Stay current on scientific advances and debates, track emerging themes that could yield future stories

Scoping, pipeline, and handover

• Working with Writers and Directors, scope each approved idea into a practical plan, including story outline, research status, access requirements, production needs, and success criteria
• Own the development calendar, ensure a steady pipeline of well‑scoped projects ready for editorial review and greenlight
• Brief production at handoff, document research status and story angle so the team starts with a strong foundation
• Initiate early contact with institutions and experts, secure interviews, location access, and permissions where long lead times are likely
• Track progress against milestones, unblock dependencies, and communicate changes promptly to stakeholders
• Mentor and organise the wider team to keep idea generation and development momentum high, share best practice, and uphold editorial standards

Skills and experience

• A strong bachelor's degree or higher in Physics, Maths, Engineering, or a related field. This is essential, please do not apply without this level of qualification.
• Video or TV‑making experience, preferably in STEM
• Proven experience in long‑form or feature science communication, ideally with knowledge of science YouTube content, or at the very least a genuine passion and love of YouTube content.
• A portfolio showcasing writing ability, attention to detail, and ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear and engaging way.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high‑quality content that meets the standards of the YouTube channel.
• Passionate about educating and inspiring others about Physics and science in general.
• Flexibility to travel internationally to be on location for certain shoots.

Electrify Culture

• Dynamic environment - We are dedicated to providing a world‑class creative culture where our employees can thrive. We’re looking for self‑starters with an entrepreneurial mindset who want to be part of our success story. You’ll discover new opportunities, take ownership of important initiatives and learn at a fast pace.
• Work anywhere - We are a remote team with employees around the world. This means you are free to work from anywhere with a good internet connection. We welcome applicants from anywhere.
• Our Values – We are committed to fostering a culture that values innovative thinking and the ability to drive positive change.
• Force for good - We believe in leveraging the power of Electrify to change lives and have set up our Creator Foundation. For each established creator that we invest in, we will provide both the cash and production support for an emerging creator to produce and distribute a video that tells an important story linked to one of the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We actively encourage your involvement in these projects.

What we offer

• Work from anywhere with an allowance for tech.
• Flexible hours.
• Employee referral program.
• The opportunity to work in a fast‑paced vibrant and innovative environment where you learn and grow quickly.
• A supportive and collaborative team full of passion for what they do.

Electrify is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.