YouTube Watchtime Boost

I need help generating 2800 watchtime hours for my local entertainment YouTube channel, which focuses on news and soapie reviews.

Project Requirements:
- Increase watchtime on existing videos
- Generate engaging content to keep viewers watching
- Target local audience effectively

Ideal Skills and Experience:
- Proven track record in increasing YouTube watchtime
- Knowledge of YouTube algorithms and analytics
- Experience with entertainment content, particularly news and soapie reviews
- Strong engagement strategies to attract and retain a local audience

Please provide examples of previous work and strategies you plan to implement.