We run a weekly YouTube and podcast show focused on helping runners and endurance athletes become stronger, healthier, and happier. We publish 1 long-form episode per week minutes) and repurpose each episode into multiple clips and Shorts across channels.
We're hiring a Media Manager to run the weekly content engine and manage the systems and people required to deliver consistent output. This is not an editor-only role. You own the workflow, calendar, and quality control and coordinate a small team (editors, thumbnail designer, freelancers).
Location: Remote.
Hours and Test Period
This role starts at 20 hours per week.
After a 2-month test period, there is an option to scale to 30+ hours per week or full time if it's a strong fit and the system is working well.
Compensation
This role begins part-time at 20 hours/week.
Part-time (20 hours/week): $900 to $1,350 per month (based on experience and fit)
If scaled to 30+ hours/week: compensation increases proportionally
Full-time equivalent range: $1,800 to $2,700 per month (for 40 hours/week)
We can begin with an hourly contract with a weekly hours cap during the test period, then adjust hours and compensation after the 2-month review.
Weekly Output Targets
1 full YouTube episode (60 to 90 minutes)
2 to 3 segment videos (6 to 12 minutes each) from the full episode
5 to 10 Shorts or vertical clips (15 to 60 seconds)
Podcast audio version published to all platforms
Episode assets packaged and organized for sponsors and internal archive
Core Responsibilities
1) Run the weekly content machine
Own the full pipeline from raw files to published content
Build and maintain a weekly content calendar for YouTube long-form, YouTube clips, Shorts, podcast, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Skool
Manage deadlines and keep production moving every week
Maintain consistent quality and brand voice across platforms
2) Repurposing engine (new and old)
Turn every new episode into clips and Shorts
Repurpose older library content into Shorts and clips every week
Create a simple system to tag and track best moments from past episodes
Maintain a database of reusable clips, hooks, and sponsor-read moments
3) Team management and quality control
Coordinate editors, thumbnail designer, and freelancers
Create simple SOPs and checklists so work is repeatable
Review edits and enforce standards: pacing, hooks, subtitles, audio, visuals, clarity
Give direct feedback and continuously improve output
4) Publishing and performance loop
Upload and publish content across platforms
Coordinate titles, descriptions, tags, chapters, pinned comments
Coordinate thumbnail creation and iterate on thumbnail system
Track performance metrics: CTR, retention, watch time, subscriber growth, Shorts performance
Provide a short weekly report: what worked, what didn't, what to test next
5) Asset organization and operations
Maintain Dropbox structure and naming conventions
Ensure each episode is cleanly archived: raw, finals, exports, captions, thumbnails, sponsor reads
Maintain a sponsor deliverables folder: timestamps, screenshots, links, assets
Requirements
3+ years experience producing YouTube content or managing a YouTube channel
Strong project management and systems thinking
Excellent written English and clear communication
Strong judgment for hooks, pacing, and storytelling
Comfortable coordinating people and giving clear feedback
Reliable internet and comfortable handling large files
Comfortable with Dropbox and Google Drive
Tools You Should Know (or learn fast)
YouTube Studio (uploading, analytics basics)
Dropbox, Google Drive, Google Sheets
Editing workflow familiarity (Premiere, Final Cut, DaVinci, CapCut are fine)
Thumbnail workflow (Photoshop or similar, even if you don't design yourself)
Optional: Notion, Airtable,, Descript
How to Apply (Required)
Please include:
A short note: why you're a strong fit for this role
Links to 2 to 4 channels or projects you worked on and exactly what you owned
Your weekly workflow for producing 1 full episode plus 5 to 10 Shorts
What "high quality" means to you for YouTube (specific examples)
Your internet speed and computer specs
Your expected monthly compensation within the stated range (part-time)
Your time zone and the hours you can overlap with Pacific Time
We value reliability, speed, and systems. If you can run a machine, hit deadlines, and improve output week over week, you will do well here.
Contract duration of 3 to 6 months. with 40 hours per week.
Mandatory skills: Social Media Content, Podcast Episode, Social Media Management, Education, YouTube, Instagram