YouTube Channel Manager & Growth Strategist (Freelance) About the Channel I run a YouTube channel and want to turn it into a consistent, fast‑growing brand. The focus is on short‑form and long‑form content, optimized for YouTube SEO, CTR, watch time, and monetization. I need someone who can think like a strategist (not just an editor) and take ownership of growth. Responsibilities Audit the current channel and create a clear 90‑day growth plan (content strategy, posting schedule, target KPIs). Research winning topics and trends in my niche, and propose video ideas with strong hooks and titles. Coordinate or handle editing for YouTube Shorts + long videos (structure, pacing, retention). Optimize every upload: titles, descriptions, tags, thumbnails, end screens, cards, playlists. Improve CTR and audience retention using data from YouTube Analytics, vidIQ/TubeBuddy, etc. Manage a consistent upload schedule and maintain channel branding (look, tone, and formatting). Monitor performance weekly and send a simple report: what worked, what failed, and next actions. Requirements Proven experience growing YouTube channels (share links + before/after stats or case studies). Strong understanding of YouTube SEO, algorithm basics, CTR, watch time, and Shorts best practices. Ability to write compelling hooks, titles, and basic scripts/outlines for videos. Comfortable working with editors/designers OR doing basic editing/thumbnail direction yourself. Familiar with current YouTube monetization and policy requirements (reused/inauthentic content rules). Good communication, reliability, and a data‑driven mindset. How to Apply Please send: 2–3 channels you’ve managed or helped grow, with specific results (subs/views growth). A short audit of my channel (what you’d fix in the first 30 days). Your proposed monthly package (number of videos/Shorts, what’s included, and your rate).