Development Researcher, Veritasium

Development Researcher, Veritasium

An opportunity to join an exciting, well-funded and fast-growing creator economy business.

Electrify is a dynamic new digital media company that invests in and scales creators with an established YouTube presence. We have invested in various leading channels and Veritasium is one of the leading channels in our portfolio.

Veritasium is a world-leading physics and science education YouTube channel more than 20 million subscribers and more than 3 billion lifetime views. We craft high-quality, in-depth videos for a curious, engaged audience that never stops asking the big questions.

Come and build the future of media with us!

About the role 

We make science and engineering videos that reach tens of millions of people. Great videos come from great ideas, strong research and access to interesting people and places.

That's where you come in. This role sits at the heart of our development process. We're looking for someone who can help us build better systems around idea development, maintain relationships with universities and researchers, and support writers as they develop stories.

We're open to recent graduates — prior YouTube or TV experience isn't required.

Key Responsibilities 

• Idea tracking & systems: Build and maintain systems for tracking ideas through development.

• University & industry outreach: Identify researchers and institutions we should know, build relationships with them, and keep the team informed about new opportunities.

• Expert sourcing & access: Find the right people and places for each story — and handle the outreach needed to make access happen.

• Science monitoring: Stay across the latest research and discoveries — and flag developments that could become great Veritasium stories.

• Idea generation: Spot new stories, write pitches and present ideas to the team. Develop an understanding of what makes a strong Veritasium story.

Skills and experience 

• Strong scientific background, with a degree in physics, maths, engineering, chemistry or a related scientific discipline.

• Strong written and verbal English skills.

• Confident communicating with researchers, academics and industry professionals, including through cold outreach.

• Comfortable setting up, maintaining and improving databases.

• Excellent research, reading comprehension, and fact-checking skills; comfortable going deep into primary sources.

• Highly organised, with strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

• Highly organised with the ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality content that meets the standards of the Veritasium YouTube channel.

• Personable and professional with academics and industry contacts.

• Passionate about science storytelling and eager to develop strong editorial instincts over time.

Desirable 

• Experience in science communication, YouTube, or long-form science journalism.

• Familiarity with physics simulations or ad hoc programming (Python, MATLAB, etc.)

Electrify Culture

• Dynamic environment - We are dedicated to providing a world-class creative culture where our employees can thrive. We’re looking for self-starters with an entrepreneurial mindset who want to be part of our success story. You’ll discover new opportunities, take ownership of important initiatives and learn at a fast pace.

• Work anywhere - We are a remote team with employees around the world. This means you are free to work from anywhere with a good internet connection.

• Our Values – We are committed to fostering a culture that values innovative, diverse ways of thinking and the ability to drive positive change. DEI is in our DNA, and our DEI Committee and Social Hub initiatives reflect this commitment.

• Force for good - We believe in unlocking the power of Electrify to tell stories that change lives. Digital media has the opportunity to propagate inspiring ideas and knowledge that can generate extraordinary change. Electrify Impact provides initiatives and resources to support emerging creators and positive impact organisations amplify their voice. In support of the United Nations 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs), we actively encourage support on our mission to make the world a better place for all.

What we offer

• Work from anywhere with an allowance for tech

• Flexible hours

• Employee referral program

• The opportunity to work in a fast-paced, vibrant, dynamic, and innovative environment where you can learn and grow quickly

• A supportive, inclusive and collaborative team

Electrify is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.