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We are Linus Tech Tips, a YouTube channel that employs 20 people - ask us anything!
HAI Reddit!
We are part of the 20 person team at Linus Tech Tips (Linus Sebastian, Edzel Yago, Nick Light, and Colton Potter), one of the biggest PC hardware and consumer tech channels on YouTube (5,500,000+ Subscribers), ask us ANYTHING.
We're hosting a fun meet-up and interactive tech event on July 14th, 2018 in Richmond, BC, Canada. If you're around, you should come hang out with us! LTX 2018 Tickets: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3335654 LTX 2018 Website: https://www.ltxexpo.com/
Proof: https://imgur.com/a/YmnL8
EDIT: That's all for now guys! Thank you for ALL of the questions. <3
Caltane6595 karma
My working conditions are great actually. While I've been fired multiple times on camera as a sort of ongoing joke, I still remain a part of the company. There have not been any beatings at this time. :P
Caltane732 karma
We are! We're currently in the planning phases for the next season, which we're hoping to film within the next month or so.
Lyxavier517 karma
Hey guys, is there any behind the scenes drama that's been kept off camera between employees or companies?
Caltane668 karma
Linus knows what he wants and will set a goal, then let us as employees figure out the best way to get to that goal. I respect that, it gives me room to figure things out, learn, and grow.
The guy is upbeat, energetic, and positive, and while we don't goof around nearly as much as you probably think, we still have fun.
Some of his jokes suck though. :P
tone_barone384 karma
What was the most expensive production fail? (cost a ton and got no views)
Caltane495 karma
Probably NerdSports or our most recent Tech Showdown season.
We always want to keep trying new things, and we learn a LOT each time something doesn't go to plan, which helps when planning future projects.
Adolph_Stalin291 karma
what do you think is the most common mistake that people make when picking the parts for their first PC? what's the most embarrassing mistake you've made building a PC? can you tell I didn't plan this question out beforehand?
Caltane405 karma
I know multiple people who didn't know there were different motherboard form factors and ordered the wrong size that didn't fit whatever case they got. I ALWAYS screw something up when connecting all of the pins, fan headers, power, etc on the motherboard...
Caltane345 karma
No. At least not for now. :P
We're focusing on a bunch of other projects right now, and if we were to put more focus towards Channel Super Fun we'd probably have to rethink our strategy. Dennis and I are working with the team here to put out content when we can, but we're not forcing anything.
We actually had a new CSF video come out on Floatplane where I stole other LMG employee things and constructed my own office. It's wonderful.
EviLTyPhyter81 karma
Have you ever/would you ever accept and advertise a product that in your opinion wasn't very good? Also, how can I get a job at Linus Media Group?
Caltane124 karma
We would never knowingly advertise a product that we know isn't good. There have been incidents where we've worked with a brand to promote a good service or product, and we receive complaints from the audience, or things changed over time to affect their product or service in a negative way. When that happens, Nick or I will talk to that partner to figure out a resolution, and if we can't find one, we part ways.
For job vacancies, keep an eye out for videos announcing them and postings at http://www.linusmediagroup.com/jobs/. We're pretty specific in what we look for, so read the posting very well and follow the directions if you think you meet the criteria.
revilowaldow74 karma
How much agency does /u/Caltane get with CSF vids? It seems that in every single one Linus has his head in his hands asking "Did you really spend company time on this?!"
Caltane70 karma
A lot, unless Linus has a specific idea for CSF or I have an idea that needs some work.
ShanghiUK4432 karma
Colton, how are your working conditions? Do you ever get let out of the cage? How hard does linus beat you?
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