What are the responsibilities and job description for the Producer/Editor (Preditor) - Youtube position at Ahrefs?
Are you a hungry video producer and editor with a passion for business storytelling?
We have a unique opportunity for a skilled Preditor (Producer/Editor) to take our YouTube channel to the next level by elevating the creativity, production quality and entertainment value of our content. We're looking to tell the most compelling and fascinating stories about people, companies, and websites through the lens of online search. You'll use your creativity, storytelling abilities, and editing expertise to produce videos that are entertaining yet educational, further establishing Ahrefs as the global leader in the digital marketing industry.
What You'll Do
- Own the production process from start to finish - ideation, scripting, shooting, and editing.
- Capture and produce high-quality video content for YouTube.
- Develop compelling, engaging video stories that simplify complex topics in SEO, digital marketing, and business strategy.
- Film and edit videos, ensuring high production value with strong pacing, visuals, and clarity.
- Enhance content with graphics or other visual storytelling elements.
- Collaborate with industry experts and content strategists to create engaging and informative videos.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and quality expectations are met.
Basic Requirements
- 3 years of experience as a producer, videographer, and editor with a strong portfolio to show for it. Major plus if you have experience shooting and editing YouTube-first content.
- Passionate about YouTube.
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro (After Effects and motion graphics experience a plus).
- Strong storytelling skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into engaging, accessible content.
- Ability to work autonomously and execute on all aspects of video production from start to finish.
- Passion for big data, digital marketing, SEO, and technology.
- Must live within a reasonable commuting distance to Boston or be willing to relocate.
Interview Process
Initial Screening > SME Interview > Written Assignment > Manager Interview
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Healthcare and 401k benefits
- Generous bonus structure
During the interview process, you'll be expected to complete a written exercise that vets your creative chops in content ideation. The top candidate selected would then be expected to participate in a paid freelance project prior to extending a full-time offer.
Basic video equipment will be provided, with more resources available by request.
Ahrefs does not engage with agencies or third party recruitment solutions for the roles we hire for. If at any point we need help, we'll let you know!
