YouTube Growth Lead

Salem Media Group, Inc

7d•$80,000 - $100,000•Remote

About The Position

Salem Podcast Network, a division of Salem Media, offers an exceptional opportunity for a YouTube Growth Lead. We are building a high-output, video-first podcast network and are looking for a YouTube Growth Lead to own the strategy and performance of our channels. This role is responsible for turning long-form podcasts and video content into a scalable YouTube growth engine. You will oversee channel strategy, titles and thumbnails, clip distribution, and analytics to maximize views, subscribers, and revenue. The right candidate understands how the YouTube algorithm works in practice and can translate content into high-performing formats that reach millions of viewers. This is a hands-on role that blends creative instincts, analytics, and operational leadership.

Requirements

3–7+ years working in YouTube growth, digital media, or video publishing.
Demonstrated success growing one or more YouTube channels to significant scale.
Experience with long-form video, podcast clips, and YouTube Shorts.
Deep familiarity with YouTube Studio analytics.
Understanding of YouTube’s recommendation system and growth mechanics.
Experience with title optimization, thumbnail design strategy, and metadata.
Strong editorial judgment and ability to identify compelling video moments.
Ability to translate conversations or interviews into high-performing clips.
Understanding of audience behavior on YouTube.
Ability to manage multiple channels and publishing schedules simultaneously.
Experience building and managing creative teams.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-output content environment.
Experience with many of the following:
YouTube Studio and analytics tools
Premiere Pro, Final Cut, or similar editing software
Thumbnail design workflows (Photoshop or similar)
Content management systems and publishing workflows

Responsibilities

YouTube Channel Growth
Develop and execute the overall YouTube growth strategy for multiple shows and channels.
Identify content formats and packaging that drive views, retention, and subscriber growth.
Optimize channel structure, playlists, and publishing cadence.
Video Packaging
Lead the strategy for titles, thumbnails, and metadata.
Run A/B testing and iteration to improve click-through rates and watch time.
Collaborate with designers to develop consistent thumbnail systems across shows.
Content Distribution
Build and manage the pipeline for long-form videos, clips, and Shorts.
Identify the most compelling moments from episodes and turn them into viral-ready clips.
Ensure each episode generates multiple pieces of distributed content.
Analytics and Optimization
Track and report on key metrics including CTR, retention, watch time, and subscriber conversion.
Use YouTube analytics and third-party tools to identify growth opportunities.
Continuously refine publishing strategy based on performance data.
Team Leadership
Manage a small team of channel managers, editors, and thumbnail designers.
Build repeatable workflows for publishing and clip production.
Coordinate with production and editorial teams to ensure content is optimized for YouTube.