Digital Channels Manager

Digital Channels Manager

Global Partnerships

Permanent | Full Time

White City, London | Hybrid* Usually 3 days a week in the office

Hiring Range: £35,000 - £45,000

Your work matters to millions.

Shaping culture is in the DNA of ITV. So, it’s not surprising that you’ll find us in every home in the UK, our productions are famous all over the world and we’re at the forefront of the digital streaming revolution. 

When you join us, you enter a fun working environment. With opportunities to learn, to grow and make a real difference. Small enough that your impact’s felt in the business, but big enough that your impact reaches millions of people. 

Come develop your skills, change TV and the course of your career. Don’t just watch it. Be part of it. Join ITV.

Your impact sends ripples.

The team

We’re global and local, producing in 13 countries across 60+ labels in the UK, US, Australia, France, Germany, The Nordics, Italy and more. Together with creators, producers, global networks and streamers, we’re behind the scenes of some of the greatest genres. Bringing thousands of hours of entertainment to everyone everywhere.

The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Digital Channels Manager to join our growing Digital Content team at ITV Studios! You'll be the driving force behind our social video presence, crafting engaging content for YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, and other emerging platforms.

Your expertise will extend beyond just content creation. As a commercially minded leader and collaborator, you'll oversee a talented team and develop innovative content strategies to reach the right audience and maximise engagement for some of the biggest brands in television. Your knowledge of YouTube and social media will be instrumental in growing ITV's exposure and driving success across the digital landscape.

This role is integral to increasing ITV’s exposure across YouTube, social media and the global AVOD market, so having a keen interest in these areas would be highly beneficial.

The role will entail but not be limited to:

Edit and upload video content for ITV's social video channels

Develop and execute social video strategies to drive revenues across YouTube, Facebook and other platforms

Mentor and supervise Digital Content Creators and champion content ideas and monetisation strategies

Analyse video performance data to help shape the digital channel strategy

Work with Rights teams to unlock programme titles and manage rights information

Conduct regular competitor analysis, stay abreast of industry trends and leverage insights to improve content and strategy

Build relationships with Content Operations, Global Content, Sales, Marketing and Legal teams

Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria)

Experience creating and managing successful YouTube & social media content strategies to drive revenues

Ability to analyse data, identify trends and utilise insights to optimise content strategy

Proven track record leading and mentoring a team of video editors and/or Digital Content Creators

In-depth knowledge of YouTube and social media platforms and best practices for building and engaging online communities

Strong understanding of video editing principles and the ability to create engaging content with Adobe Creative Suite tools

Other things we’re looking for (key criteria)

Excellent written & verbal communication skills and have a positive approach to challenges

Enthusiasm for non-scripted TV content and the ability to talk passionately about it