Creative Director YouTube

## About the Role As a Creative Director at Flick, you will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive YouTube content strategy that showcases the company's AI-native filmmaking capabilities. This role requires a deep understanding of YouTube's algorithm, audience behavior, and content trends. You will work closely with the founders, product team, and filmmaker community to create engaging, informative, and entertaining content that resonates with filmmakers and creative professionals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in YouTube content creation, with a proven track record of growing channel subscriptions and increasing viewer engagement. You will be expected to stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, best practices, and platform changes, and to continuously adapt and refine the content strategy to optimize performance. As a key member of the Flick team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with talented individuals from various disciplines, including filmmaking, product development, and marketing. Your creative vision, technical expertise, and passion for storytelling will be essential in shaping the company's YouTube presence and establishing Flick as a thought leader in the AI filmmaking space.

## What You Will Do - Develop and execute Flick's YouTube content strategy, including research, concept development, scripting, filming, editing, and publishing - Conduct research on trends, creators, competitors, and audience interests across AI filmmaking, film production, animation, and creative technology - Create compelling video concepts, titles, hooks, and thumbnail directions that drive viewer engagement and subscriptions - Write scripts and structure videos to maximize audience retention and watch time - Record product walkthroughs, tutorials, interviews, creator stories, and behind-the-scenes content - Edit long-form YouTube videos and repurpose them into Shorts and social media clips - Collaborate with filmmakers and Flick users to showcase real creative workflows and projects - Publish and optimize videos, including titles, descriptions, chapters, tags, and thumbnails - Track click-through rate, watch time, retention, subscriber growth, and conversions, using performance data to improve future content - Experiment quickly with new topics, formats, and storytelling approaches - Develop repeatable content formats that can grow into recognizable Flick series

## What We Are Looking For - Proven experience creating content specifically for YouTube, with a strong understanding of YouTube titles, thumbnails, hooks, audience retention, and channel growth - Ability to independently take a video from concept to final upload, with strong video editing and visual storytelling skills - Comfortable appearing on camera or directing on-camera talent, with strong writing and communication skills - Genuine interest in AI, filmmaking, storytelling, and creative technology, with a willingness to test ideas, analyze performance, and adjust direction when needed - Strong understanding of YouTube's community guidelines, copyright laws, and fair use policies - Experience with video editing software, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or Avid Media Composer - Familiarity with YouTube Analytics and other performance metrics tools - Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously

## Nice to Have - Experience growing a YouTube channel, with a proven track record of increasing subscriptions and viewer engagement - Familiarity with AI image and video generation tools, such as DeepDream, Prisma, or Luma - Experience interviewing creators or producing documentary-style content, with a strong understanding of storytelling principles and narrative structures - Motion graphics, animation, sound design, or thumbnail design skills, with experience using tools like Adobe After Effects, Blender, or Sketch - Existing knowledge of filmmaking, cinematography, or screenwriting, with a strong understanding of visual storytelling principles and techniques

## Benefits and Perks - Competitive salary and equity package, with a comprehensive benefits plan, including health, dental, and vision insurance - Opportunity to work with a talented and passionate team, with a strong focus on collaboration, innovation, and creativity - Flexible working hours, with the option to work remotely, and a generous remote stipend to support your home office setup - Access to the latest video editing software, equipment, and technologies, with ongoing training and professional development opportunities - A dynamic and supportive work environment, with regular team-building activities, social events, and community outreach programs - A chance to be part of a rapidly growing industry, with a company that is pushing the boundaries of AI filmmaking and creative technology

- Develop a strong portfolio that showcases your YouTube content creation skills, with a focus on video editing, storytelling, and audience engagement.

• Stay up-to-date with the latest YouTube trends, algorithm changes, and best practices, and be prepared to adapt your content strategy accordingly.
• Practice your on-camera presence, and be prepared to direct on-camera talent, with a strong understanding of visual storytelling principles and techniques.
• Learn about Flick's products, services, and mission, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with the company's goals and values.
• Be prepared to provide specific examples of your content creation experience, including metrics and performance data, and be ready to discuss your creative vision and approach to YouTube content strategy.
• Research the company culture, and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to a collaborative, innovative, and creative work environment.