Longform YouTube Content Producer (Contract)
About Epic
Epic is the leading digital reading platform for kids, trusted by millions of children, parents, teachers, and schools worldwide. Our mission is to spark curiosity, build confidence, and create lifelong readers through engaging, accessible, and high-quality learning experiences.With a growing library of books, educational videos, and interactive learning content, Epic helps kids explore their interests while supporting literacy development both at home and in the classroom. As Epic continues to evolve, we are expanding how we connect with families and educators through compelling digital storytelling and creator-driven content experiences.
About the Role
Epic is seeking a part-time or contract Longform YouTube Content Producer to help develop and produce engaging, high-quality YouTube content targeted at U.S. parents, teachers, and families.
This role requires a strong understanding of YouTube storytelling, audience engagement, and modern content consumption behaviors — particularly within the U.S. education and parenting space. We are looking for someone who understands how to create content that feels culturally authentic, relevant, entertaining, and informative for our audiences.
The ideal candidate combines strong editorial instincts, hands-on production experience, and a deep understanding of YouTube trends, pacing, humor, and retention strategies. This person will work closely with Epic’s marketing, creative, and content teams to help grow Epic’s presence across YouTube and digital media platforms.
What You’ll Do
Develop creative concepts and produce longform YouTube content for U.S.-based parent and teacher audiences
Create story-driven video content that balances entertainment, education, and brand storytelling
Own end-to-end production and creative execution of a recurring YouTube content series
Research YouTube trends, creator formats, audience behaviors, and cultural moments relevant to Epic’s audience
Write or support scripting, storyboarding, interview structures, and content outlines
Manage or coordinate production workflows including pre-production, filming, editing, and post-production
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, freelancers, creators, editors, and external production partners
Ensure content reflects strong awareness of U.S. culture, parenting dynamics, humor, school environments, and online trends
Optimize videos for engagement metrics including watch time, audience retention, click-through rates, and subscriber growth
Bring fresh creative ideas, experimentation, and innovative storytelling approaches to Epic’s YouTube presence
What We’re Looking For
4+ years of experience in YouTube content production, digital media, branded storytelling, or longform video creation
Must be based in the United States
Strong portfolio showcasing engaging longform YouTube or digital video content
Deep understanding of YouTube platform mechanics, storytelling formats, pacing, hooks, thumbnails, and audience retention strategies
Experience using AI tools to create and enhance video content, including AI-generated visuals, voiceovers, editing support, and creative ideation
Strong experience designing compelling YouTube thumbnails and supporting graphic/social content optimized for clicks, engagement, and brand consistency
Experience creating content for U.S. parent, family, education, or lifestyle audiences strongly preferred
Strong understanding of American culture, humor, trends, and social media behavior
Excellent storytelling, scripting, and creative development skills
Experience managing production timelines and collaborating across creative teams
Ability to work independently while maintaining strong communication and accountability
Passion for education, literacy, children’s content, or mission-driven brands is a strong plus
Contract Details
Flexible remote collaboration
Project-based or hourly structure depending on experience and scope
Opportunity for ongoing partnership based on performance and business needs
Compensation: $35/hour for up to 20 hours per week
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Epic is the leading digital reading platform for kids, trusted by millions of children, parents, teachers, and schools worldwide. Our mission is to spark curiosity, build confidence, and create lifelong readers through engaging, accessible, and high-quality learning experiences.With a growing library of books, educational videos, and interactive learning content, Epic helps kids explore their interests while supporting literacy development both at home and in the classroom. As Epic continues to evolve, we are expanding how we connect with families and educators through compelling digital storytelling and creator-driven content experiences.
About the Role
Epic is seeking a part-time or contract Longform YouTube Content Producer to help develop and produce engaging, high-quality YouTube content targeted at U.S. parents, teachers, and families.
This role requires a strong understanding of YouTube storytelling, audience engagement, and modern content consumption behaviors — particularly within the U.S. education and parenting space. We are looking for someone who understands how to create content that feels culturally authentic, relevant, entertaining, and informative for our audiences.
The ideal candidate combines strong editorial instincts, hands-on production experience, and a deep understanding of YouTube trends, pacing, humor, and retention strategies. This person will work closely with Epic’s marketing, creative, and content teams to help grow Epic’s presence across YouTube and digital media platforms.
What You’ll Do
Develop creative concepts and produce longform YouTube content for U.S.-based parent and teacher audiences
Create story-driven video content that balances entertainment, education, and brand storytelling
Own end-to-end production and creative execution of a recurring YouTube content series
Research YouTube trends, creator formats, audience behaviors, and cultural moments relevant to Epic’s audience
Write or support scripting, storyboarding, interview structures, and content outlines
Manage or coordinate production workflows including pre-production, filming, editing, and post-production
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, freelancers, creators, editors, and external production partners
Ensure content reflects strong awareness of U.S. culture, parenting dynamics, humor, school environments, and online trends
Optimize videos for engagement metrics including watch time, audience retention, click-through rates, and subscriber growth
Bring fresh creative ideas, experimentation, and innovative storytelling approaches to Epic’s YouTube presence
What We’re Looking For
4+ years of experience in YouTube content production, digital media, branded storytelling, or longform video creation
Must be based in the United States
Strong portfolio showcasing engaging longform YouTube or digital video content
Deep understanding of YouTube platform mechanics, storytelling formats, pacing, hooks, thumbnails, and audience retention strategies
Experience using AI tools to create and enhance video content, including AI-generated visuals, voiceovers, editing support, and creative ideation
Strong experience designing compelling YouTube thumbnails and supporting graphic/social content optimized for clicks, engagement, and brand consistency
Experience creating content for U.S. parent, family, education, or lifestyle audiences strongly preferred
Strong understanding of American culture, humor, trends, and social media behavior
Excellent storytelling, scripting, and creative development skills
Experience managing production timelines and collaborating across creative teams
Ability to work independently while maintaining strong communication and accountability
Passion for education, literacy, children’s content, or mission-driven brands is a strong plus
Contract Details
Flexible remote collaboration
Project-based or hourly structure depending on experience and scope
Opportunity for ongoing partnership based on performance and business needs
Compensation: $35/hour for up to 20 hours per week
Apply To This Job