Sun Video Channel Manager (Casual)

As a Channel Manager for Sun Video you will be responsible for publishing optimising and growing The Suns video presence across multiple social platforms with a particular focus on YouTube. Working closely with the Head of Video Distribution and the Originals Video team you will combine creativity with data-driven insights to maximise content performance expand audience reach and deliver measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Publish content directly to a range of social accounts (YouTube Instagram TikTok X Facebook) maintaining a consistent brand voice.
  
  

• Collaborate with the Head of Video Distribution to develop and execute a YouTube growth strategy aligned with The Suns editorial priorities.
  
  

• Identify opportunities to expand audience reach and increase engagement through YouTube features including metadata optimisation thumbnails and strategic publishing.
  
  

• Work closely with the Originals Video team to maximise content performance and support new formats.
  
  

• Analyse performance data and audience insights to refine strategy and report regularly on channel performance.
  
  

• Collaborate with other departments to ensure effective cross-platform promotion of video content.
  
  

• Deliver regular reports to internal teams clearly communicating performance insights and recommendations.
  
  

Ideal Candidate:

• Experienced & Strategic: 2 years of experience managing YouTube channels with a proven ability to write metadata create thumbnails and grow audiences.
  
  

• Data-Driven: Skilled at turning analytics into actionable publishing strategies.
  
  

• Creative & Passionate: A strong interest in one or more of News Fashion or Sports content with a keen eye for what engages audiences.
  
  

• Entrepreneurial: Ideally you have set up and run your own YouTube channel demonstrating initiative and ownership.
  
  

• Collaborative: Able to work effectively across teams to maximise performance and reach.
  
  

Why Join Us:

• Be Part of a Digital Transformation: Play a key role in The Suns ambitious video growth strategy shaping the future of digital content.
  
  

• Creative Impact: Your publishing decisions and optimisation strategies will directly influence audience growth and engagement.
  
  

• Fast-Paced Environment: Work in a dynamic newsroom where innovation and experimentation are encouraged.

• Short-Term High-Impact Role: A unique opportunity to make your mark within a leading media brand on a focused 2-month project.