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YouTube Network ManagerOverviewOur Audience Engagement team excels at delivering entertainment content to audiences across the globe including on our world-leading YouTube network, through our global distribution business to SVOD, AVOD and FAST platforms, and through our leading capabilities in digital marketing, advertising, gaming and social media. With data insights and an innovative mindset informing everything we do, we are at the forefront of delivering entertainment and brands to kids and families wherever they’re watching and playing. Our content is enjoyed on leading platforms worldwide including Apple TV+, Netflix, Prime Video, Peacock, BBC, Nickelodeon, Pluto TV, Samsung TV Plus, Roku and many more.The RoleWildBrain is looking for a YouTube Network Manager to join our YouTube Network team. The YouTube Network Manager manages Lead Channel Managers and their pods of Channel Managers, taking ownership for the delivery of performance targets and tracking relevant KPIs. They ensure the YouTube network operation is resourced, delivered, and reported in line with best practices, and WildBrain maintain their industry advantage.Job Description Strategic oversight and leadership over the brands, channels and content that fall under your responsibilityOwnership and delivery of targets through established KPIs for the channel management pods that report to youManage assigned Lead Channel Managers, providing coaching, mentoring and performance management if required.Ongoing definition, communication and guardianship of YouTube Network best practices.Management of key internal and external stakeholder relationships.Use data to maximise and optimise current and future department operationsDelivery of key strategic projects and initiatives, alongside the VP, YouTube Network and other Audience Engagement team members across the companyExploration, assessment and delivery of the expansion of our distribution operation, either within our current sphere of activity, new platforms or content genres.QualificationsDeep knowledge and experience of the YouTube platform (knowledge of other platforms desirable)Demonstrable management experienceDesire and ability to be a leader and point of expertise in your area of responsibility within the department and wider companyExcellent communicator, internally and externally.Proven and successful collaborator with other relevant departments.Self-motivated and brings a sense of curiosity and open to finding innovative ways of working.Excellent organisation, prioritisation and able to work flexibly in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.A motivated attitude with a strong desire to learn, grow and succeed.Professional and proactive.Kids media or wider media experience preferredAdditional informationWhat We Offer Working at WildBrain is more than a job — it’s the opportunity to join forces with extraordinary, insightful and imaginative people who will recognize your talents and encourage your professional growth and development in a work environment that promotes creativity and individuality. We offer competitive family-focused benefits, we invest in our people and their future with generous RRSP matching, plus bonus time-off, because you deserve it! Our Commitment Diversity and Inclusion are in our DNA. As a global leader in kids and family entertainment, we strive to reflect and honour the diversity of our audiences around the world. We believe that creating diverse and inclusive content & brands begins with fostering a culture of belonging at WildBrain. To us, a culture of belonging is one where we celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees, stakeholders, and external partners and strive to create an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and brings their authentic self to work. We demonstrate our commitment to this by striving to provide a supportive work environment and a corporate culture that welcomes and encourages equal opportunities for all employees. We recognize that people bring experience and talent that goes beyond the technical skills and requirements of a job. If you possess similar experience that is close to what we’ve listed here, we encourage you to please still consider applying. We strongly believe that diverse experience, transferable skills, and passion are key! WildBrain accommodates people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs known in advance if accommodation is required.