Researcher / Writer - Remote

Overview

An opportunity to join an exciting, well-funded and fast-growing creator economy business.

In Short

• Research various topics related to Physics, Maths, Engineering, and more, and propose podcast ideas
• Source experts in the field to interview or collaborate with, either on-site or virtually
• Monitor the latest research, scientific discoveries and advancements in the field and identify potential new topics for the podcast
• Develop a schedule of episodes for the new podcast, identifying the subject matter and target guests, and drafting the key story beats to each episode
• Focus on accuracy and engaging storytelling, going extremely deep in research to trace stories back to scientific papers and original sources
• Stay up to date on new research, scientific discoveries and advancements in the field and incorporate them into video scripts

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree or higher in Physics, Maths, Engineering, or a related field
• Excellent research, reading comprehension, and fact-checking skills
• Proven experience in long-form or feature science communication, ideally with knowledge of science YouTube or Podcast content
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
• Experience working with talent and casting for video and/or audio projects
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality content that meets the standards of the Veritasium YouTube channel
• Passionate about educating and inspiring others about Physics and science in general

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Work from anywhere with an allowance for tech
• Flexible hours
• Employee referral program
• The opportunity to work in a vibrant and innovative environment
• A supportive and collaborative team