The GameByte team is on the lookout for a passionate gamer and Video Executive with knowledge of all things gaming and entertainment culture! As Video Executive, it will be your job to support the Video team and Social Media Managers on all video content posted across our portfolio of gaming brands (primarily GameByte & FragHero) with a keen eye for detail and an interest in social publishing and trends.

We’re looking for someone excited to really make an impact on supporting the video and content strategy for both brands across mainstream gaming, entertainment and esports. We also offer a flexible working location, you are able to work remotely or in our Manchester or London offices.

Who Are GameByte?

GameByte began in 2016 with a passion for gaming and a focus on social. Since then it has grown to be one of the biggest games media outlets in the world on Facebook. On a daily basis, we celebrate the joy and inclusivity of gaming. From AAA titles to games made by one person, we want to talk about them all. Our content is seen by millions monthly and we’re just as passionate about games now as we were in 2016.

The Role:

The Video Executive will report into the Senior Brand Manager and support the daily output across our two hero gaming brands, GameByte & FragHero. It will be their role to source exciting gaming content, script and edit videos, support with shoots and proactively pitch ideas to the wider team. The Video Executive will be assisting with daily video content creation, supporting the Social Media Managers on a day-to-day basis, across all relevant platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok etc.). They will also work closely with our wider team offering support and guidance where needed, occasionally beyond editorial (e.g. video editing).

Responsibilities:

• Video Executives will also support scripting, execution and delivery of GameByte and FragHero trending news & original content formats
• Proactively suggest new potential content formats and ideas to the relevant Social Media Managers
• Support the gaming team on content planning to ensure unique and engaging content is prepared around major events, launches etc
• Assist with video editing for commercial campaigns on GameByte and FragHero for some of the world’s biggest brands
• Ad hoc social community management on GameByte and FragHero channels as required
• Use data and insights to analyse content performance and apply learnings to future content
• Evolving & Adapting to the Ever-Changing Gaming & Social Landscapes

Essential Skills:

A keen interest in mainstream gaming, esports, competitive gaming, streaming and gaming culture. An understanding of different social platforms (e.g. Facebook, Instagram) and the types of content (e.g. images / video). Proactivity, attention to detail, and excellent organisation. Basic knowledge of excel and other Microsoft programs. An enthusiasm to learn how to edit gaming videos and images for social media. Keen to help write scripts for video content.

Kickstart is a Government scheme aimed to help support young people back into work after the economic effects of the pandemic. The Job Placements are only available for Universal Credit claimants aged 16 to 24 and out of education who are referred to employers by their respective Work Coaches.

In order to apply you should:

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