Job Opening
Join the team at Current.
Current Media is the fastest growing cable network in history. Our Emmy-award-winning team delivers in-depth exploration of the world's most important and entertaining stories to an engaged and interactive audience on-air and online. We are committed to providing our influential adult audience relevant content with the most integrated and immersive multi-platform experience possible.
Current Media has smart, dedicated teams in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Europe, and is now viewed in more than 70 million homes worldwide.
- Department
- Digital
- Position
- Manager, Online Video
- Location
- San Francisco
- Description
- Overall Description:
- Key member on the core team responsible for Current’s Digital Distribution efforts charged with the promotion, monetization and exposure of Current’s broadcast programming on new media platforms.
- Provide day-to-day management & execution of off-network efforts including (but not limited to) daily content syndication, custom programming programs, in-depth platform/channel management, online promotions, blogger & influencer outreach and more.
- Help drive aggressive 2010 video performance growth in Distribution against monthly goals determined by department head
- In-depth channel management of each of Current’s distribution platforms. Activities includes (but not limited to):
- Hands-on media management in tandem with the group’s primary operations lead (media asset Q & A, format optimization, etc)
- Lead all SEO efforts for Distribution (keywords, title optimization, thumbnail selection, etc)
- Identify new channel growth opportunities based on platform-specific tools, products & functionality
- Work closely with Marketing to ensure consistent brand messaging and marketing elements across all platforms (banner graphics, content descriptions, marketing URLs, etc); Coordinate various marketing updates accordingly
- Daily/weekly programming suggestions to the group’s primary programming lead (weekly top videos, playlist creation, custom content packages, etc)
- Develop and deploy meaningful online outreach (and pickup) with key tastemakers, bloggers, indie content creators, etc; Work to secure video embeds, links back to Current.com, subscriptions to our feeds, etc.
- Provide support to Ad Sales for off-network monetization
- Aid in the launch of new partners or platforms as they arise
- Creation of pitch materials to support new business development opportunities
- Metrics & Reporting related:
- Track, analyze & report on market / platform / competitor trends on a quarterly basis (at minimum)
- Work closely with Online Analytics lead in preparation of weekly distribution metrics reports detailing key insights such as: total video views, most popular titles and any general in-channel feedback
- 3-5 years at a TV media, new media, digital distribution and/or video related company
- More than average knowledge of the online & mobile video landscapes; Deep knowledge of YouTube, iTunes, MySpace, Facebook, Twitter and Hulu platforms specifically
- Keen understanding of the underbelly of the Web and how to drive online video views/traffic
- Basic experience with research and data testing 101’s – strong experience with SEO techniques & methodologies; ability to use both to support development/execution of distribution efforts. Experience working with Google Analytics, Omniture & Visible Measures a plus
- Team player able to coordinate easily between multiple cross-functional departments (Marketing, Programming, Creative Services, Post Production, Business Affairs, etc)
- Prior familiarity with Current TV programming a plus
- Inherent ease of use working with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; Must be able to represent well to external partners.
- Passion for taking traditional media into the non-traditional - and building digital fandoms for TV content
- Affinity towards heavy channel management, with knack for learning the ins & outs of a particular new media platform in order to move the needle on performance
- Self starter with pro-active motivation to engage & execute against projects assigned to them
- Fast learner, ready to hit the ground running; Ability to think, plan and execute resourcefully, across multiple fast-paced tasks.
- If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity, a great work environment, and the chance to earn a competitive salary and good benefits, please email your resume, cover letter and salary history to onlinejobs@current.com. Please include 'Manager, Online Video' in the subject line of your email.
- We are an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age or disability. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with our Company depends solely on your qualifications.
- Principals only please. Recruiters and agencies, please do not contact Current's hiring team. Please do not contact Current's hiring team regarding other services, products or commercial interests.
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