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Fifteen years ago, I started my first blog.

Within a few years, I had built it into a global content business with millions of readers.

Eight years ago, I got my first book publishing deal. Since then, I’ve gone on to sell over 15 million books and write three consecutive #1 NY Times bestsellers.

This year, I have decided to create a media company to develop and scale online video content, primarily through YouTube. And I want you to be a part of it.

This is a chance to get in at the ground level of a new business, creating video content on some of the fastest growing platforms, while helping people around the world live better lives.

To begin, I am looking to build out serial, real-world content where we film people doing various self-improvement challenges. There will be a focus on people’s psychology, character development, and storytelling.

To start out, I’m hiring two key creative positions:

  1. Story Producer
  2. Video Editor

Ideal candidates will have experience with unscripted documentary/reality TV-style video content. They will be familiar with my work and avid readers/followers of personal development content.

They will have a generally positive attitude, love learning and challenging themselves. They will be looking for a long-term working relationship where they can be part of building something that will last.

Story Producer

The Job

Organize shoots, manage logistics, conduct interviews, work with me to determine general direction of content while shooting.

Must haves

  • Located in Los Angeles, California area or willing to relocate
  • 3+ years experience in TV/Film production and/or YouTube production (unscripted content preferred)
  • At least basic knowledge of video editing (Premiere Pro and/or Final Cut Pro)
  • Fan of YouTube as a platform, familiar with the memes, major channels, culture, etc.
  • Comfort working with online management systems (Google Workspaces, Drive, Dropbox, Slack, Notion, etc.)
  • Extremely conscientious and detail-oriented—enjoys schedules, organizing, and checklists.
  • A passion for personal development content, human psychology, and the opportunity to improve people’s lives
  • Good written and verbal communication skills, a great storyteller
  • Creative problem solver, willing to think outside the box
  • Self-motivated and a fast learner

Nice to haves

  • Any professional experience behind the camera is a plus.
  • Prior experience working on any large online content business (i.e., accounts with 1M+ followers on any social media platform) also a plus.
  • Photoshop/design experience
  • Well-traveled and some familiarity with other countries/cultures

Video Editor

The Job

Edit large amounts of footage into a gripping and original story. Consult on creative decisions and design.

Must haves

  • 3+ years experience in editing video professionally in TV/Film and/or YouTube (unscripted content preferred)
  • Fan of YouTube as a platform, familiar with the memes, major channels, culture, etc.
  • Reliable and punctual, able to hit difficult deadlines when necessary.
  • Good at taking feedback. Able to collaborate with teams on creative ideas.
  • Comfort working with online management systems (Google Workspaces, Drive, Dropbox, Slack, Notion, etc.)
  • A passion for personal development content, human psychology, and the opportunity to improve people’s lives
  • Good written and verbal communication skills, a great storyteller
  • Creative problem solver, willing to think outside the box
  • Self-motivated and a fast learner

Nice to haves

  • Located in Los Angeles, California area or willing to relocate
  • Strong animation or graphic design skills
  • Experience conceptualizing, designing and creating YouTube thumbnails
  • Experience working on any large online content business (i.e., accounts with 1M+ followers on any social media platform)

Other important details

  • There will be two rounds of interviews through late November/early December. The first will be written. The second will be over Zoom or in person.
  • Positions will start in January 2023.
  • These will be full-time salaried positions with benefits (health insurance, 401k, etc.)
  • Pay will be extremely competitive for your experience level.
  • If relocating to the LA area, I can help with some of the relocation costs.

Ready to apply?

Send the following to jobs@markmanson.net:

  1. Cover letter – in your cover letter please tell me in 1000 words or less:
    1. Why you are interested in this position
    2. Your three favorite films and why they’re your favorite
    3. Your three favorite YouTube channels (not counting my own) and why they’re your favorite
  2. Attach Resume/CV
  3. Send links to your portfolio or examples of previous projects you’ve worked on

Application deadline is 11:59PM November 18th, Los Angeles time. Any applications received after the deadline will be disregarded.