At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the YouTube ecosystem and drive commercial impact for a global entertainment company.
- Company: Award-winning global entertainment company with iconic brands across 150 platforms.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership opportunities, and a chance to shape the future of digital media.
- Other info: Join a diverse team and foster a high-performance culture in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of YouTube innovation and make a real impact in entertainment.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in YouTube networks and a strong track record in revenue growth.
The predicted salary is between 100000 - 150000 £ per year.
THE COMPANY
Our client is an award-winning global entertainment company behind some of the biggest and most recognizable entertainment brands in the world with shows available on more than 150 platforms globally, including major streaming services and digital networks.
THE ROLE
As the Head of YouTube, you will set the vision and own the company’s entire YouTube ecosystem and its commercial impact. Managing a vast network of channels and over videos, this is a high-profile leadership position operating at the executive level. You will shape company-wide initiatives, be the most senior company representative with Google/YouTube, and lead a high-performing, 40+ person organisation. This role balances board-facing strategic leadership with the sharp commercial instinct needed to pioneer new revenue opportunities, expand the digital footprint, and keep the company at the absolute forefront of the platform.
THE PERSON
With extensive experience driving large-scale YouTube networks, digital video distribution businesses, and AVOD platform strategies, you will have deep expertise in YouTube’s ecosystem, including algorithms, Shorts, Connected TV (CTV), YouTube Kids, and large-scale copyright and content management frameworks. Commercially astute, you will have a strong track record of owning significant revenue targets and growing diversified revenue streams across digital media, video, or entertainment businesses. Using a data-driven approach, you will be skilled at turning platform insights and performance metrics into clear strategies that drive growth and maximise commercial performance. You will be an inspiring people leader with experience managing and developing large, multi-layered teams and fostering a high-performance culture. Confident in building senior stakeholder relationships, you will be capable of managing key partnerships with platforms and represent the function at executive, board, and investor level.
Searchlight strives to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.
Head of YouTube in London employer: Searchlight
As an award-winning global entertainment company, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that champions creativity and innovation. Our Head of YouTube will benefit from unparalleled growth opportunities within a high-performing team, while enjoying the unique advantage of working at the forefront of digital media in a vibrant location. We are committed to supporting our employees' professional development and well-being, ensuring a rewarding and meaningful career journey.
