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YouTube Channel Manager (SEO + Uploads + optimization) **Description:** I run a leadership and culture consulting firm and am building a YouTube channel to share thought leadership on conflict resiliency, equity-centered leadership, and workplace culture. I already have a video editor, but I need someone to **own the publishing process** so the channel grows and stays optimized. **What I’ll Provide:** * Edited video files (ready to upload) * Brand guidelines (colors, fonts, tone of voice) * General direction for content and target audience **What You’ll Do:** * Upload edited videos to YouTube on a consistent schedule * Write **SEO-optimized titles, descriptions, cta links, lead magnets, and tags** based on each video’s topic * Add **timestamps/chapters** to improve search and viewer experience * Design or edit **custom thumbnails** (aligned with my brand guidelines) * Create keyword-rich playlists and maintain channel organization * Add end screens, cards, and pinned comments for engagement as needed * Ensure videos are cross-linked to my website * Monitor video performance and suggest improvements **Requirements:** * Proven experience managing and growing YouTube channels (please share examples) * Strong knowledge of **YouTube SEO, keyword research, and ranking strategies** * Ability to design or edit thumbnails that stand out but match brand style * Organized, reliable, and proactive — able to take full ownership of channel management * Comfortable working with leadership/consulting content (not just lifestyle or entertainment) **Nice to Have:** * Experience with tools like VidIQ, Canva, Riverside * Familiarity with content repurposing for LinkedIn/Instagram shorts **Engagement:** * Ongoing role (monthly retainer preferred) * Start: Immediate * Expected workload: ~5–7 videos/month (to start) --- **Application Instructions:** In your proposal, please include: 1. A link to YouTube channels you’ve managed or optimized. 2. An example of a **video title + description** you’ve written that performed well. 3. A sample thumbnail you’ve created. 4. Your suggested monthly rate for managing ~4–6 uploads + 6 shorts -