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The Hill is the nation’s leading source for nonpartisan political news and analysis, reaching more than 50 million Americans across digital, video, print, and social platforms. As a trusted and dynamic brand, The Hill delivers bold, fact-driven journalism that moves the national conversation.

We’re seeking a YouTube Manager to lead The Hill’s presence on one of the most powerful storytelling platforms in the world. This role will drive strategy, execution, and audience development on The Hill’s YouTube channel—shaping the voice of the Hill’s brand for a YouTube audience.

What You’ll Do

+ Lead The Hill’s YouTube strategy and execution—driving audience growth, engagement, and revenue on YouTube.

+ Manage day-to-day publishing operations, including video uploads, metadata, thumbnails, playlists, and scheduling for maximum impact.

+ Optimize performance using YouTube SEO, analytics, and audience insights to improve click-through rate (CTR), watch time, retention, and subscriber growth.

+ Partner with editorial, production, and social teams to package political news, interviews, and analysis for YouTube audiences in compelling and shareable ways.

+ Identify breaking and trending political topics and develop video concepts that advance The Hill’s brand voice and journalistic mission.

+ Experiment with formats—including Shorts, live streams, and long-form explainers—and lead A/B testing for titles, thumbnails, and packaging.

+ Manage community engagement through comments and feedback to maintain a respectful, informed, and active audience.

+ Stay current on YouTube’s algorithm, monetization opportunities, and platform policy updates—especially those impacting political content.

What You’ll Bring

+ 3–5 years of experience managing and growing YouTube channels for a major news, media, or digital content brand.

+ A proven track record in audience development and content optimization on YouTube.

+ Deep understanding of YouTube Analytics, SEO, monetization, and platform strategy.

+ Strong editorial judgment and fluency in U.S. politics, policy, and breaking news.

+ Exceptional organizational and cross-functional collaboration skills.

+ Proficiency with YouTube Studio, analytics dashboards, and video content management systems.

+ Bonus: Experience producing YouTube Shorts, managing live streams, or collaborating with on-air talent.

Why Join The Hill

+ Play a leading role in defining how the most trusted name in political journalism connects with audiences on YouTube.

+ Join a creative, fast-moving, and mission-driven team that values accuracy, innovation, and impact.

+ Enjoy creative freedom to test new storytelling formats and expand reach in a high-growth video environment.

Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000 commensurate with experience

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.