The Role
The Head of Video will develop video formats, oversee production, optimize content for platforms, manage partnerships, and analyze performance data to enhance AI safety awareness.
Summary Generated by Built In
The Center for AI Safety (CAIS) is a leading research and advocacy organization focused on mitigating societal-scale risks from AI. We address AI’s toughest challenges through technical research, field-building initiatives, and policy engagement, along with our sister organization in DC, Center for AI Safety Action Fund.
Public awareness remains the single biggest bottleneck in AI safety. Fortunately, the public's interest in AI safety is growing extremely quickly. Videos, articles, and social posts about AI safety are now reaching millions, and public curiosity is compounding by the week. CAIS is building a public engagement team to harness this surge in public interest and maximize the amount of attention that AI safety receives.
We're hiring a Head of Video who will own video strategy across YouTube, Shorts, and TikTok. You define formats, oversee production, and ensure packaging maximizes reach and retention. You will be reporting to the Head of Public Engagement.
What You'll Do
- Develop recurring video formats and series
- Oversee scripting, production, and editing workflows
- Optimize titles, thumbnails, and retention curves
- Build creator collaborations and partnerships
- Analyze performance data to refine strategy
What We're Looking For
- 7+ years in digital video strategy or production leadership
- Strong understanding of YouTube and short-form algorithms
- Experience managing creative pipelines
- High standards for clarity and production quality
The Center for AI Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. In alignment with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.
If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [email protected].
We value diversity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
Skills Required
- 7+ years in digital video strategy or production leadership
- Strong understanding of YouTube and short-form algorithms
- Experience managing creative pipelines
- High standards for clarity and production quality
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