Job Details
Podcast Producer
Summary
WABE is seeking an experienced creative, entrepreneurial, detail-oriented audio producer with an innovative, experimental, and/or creative mindset to help produce, pilot, and launch new podcasts, as well as manage our existing portfolio.
Category
Audio / Music / Sound
Producers
Location
Greater Atlanta Area
Time Period
Full Time
Posted Date
Jun 08, 2023
Start Date
N/A
End Date
N/A
Job Description
WABE is seeking an experienced creative, entrepreneurial, detail-oriented audio producer with an innovative, experimental, and/or creative mindset to help produce, pilot, and launch new podcasts, as well as manage our existing portfolio.
Duties and Accountabilities:
The Producer will work with WABE’s VP of Audio to manage the organization’s podcasting slate, including the continued development of a leading podcast network for Atlanta. Among the duties of the position are:
Duties and Accountabilities:
The Producer will work with WABE’s VP of Audio to manage the organization’s podcasting slate, including the continued development of a leading podcast network for Atlanta. Among the duties of the position are:
- Managing production of select WABE podcasts from inception through delivery and post-publishing assessment (pre-production, pitch and treatment creation, content writing, content collection, talent management and booking, production, post-production, publishing, review)
- Leading workflows for asset creation, including graphic design, web development, and multi-channel presence.
- Coordinating WABE’s production process and scheduling for podcasts, helping make key production decisions in adherence to the organization’s content strategy.
- Assisting the VP of Audio with conceptualizing and piloting show ideas, segments, and formats.
- Helping to project manage the WABE podcast portfolio, working closely with hosts and editorial teams on show formats, oversee assignments and deliverables in accordance with the department’s production schedule.
- Helping to manage the podcast development pipeline, including the intake of submissions and creation of assets needed for WABE’s greenlighting process such as pitch decks, treatments, and scripts
- Coordinate key partnerships with podcast platforms and distributors, community groups, production companies, and talent
- Manage production for live or remote podcast events
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Necessary Experience and Requirements
Necessary Experience and Requirements
- A portfolio that demonstrates an ear for compelling and impactful storytelling
- Track record in crafting editorial arc of episodes, inventive approaches to audio production, ear for sound gathering and strong tape editing.
- Strong editorial judgment and the ability to produce compelling, thoughtful, and thought-provoking podcasts
- Proficiency in audio production, scripting and editing skills, and strong understanding of audio hardware, software, and facilities
- Relationships to talent and collaborators for new and existing concepts
- Familiarity with podcast market, cultural trends, co-tenants in the digital audio space, and audience growth
- A deep understanding of the level of production appropriate for each segment, and how to use tape, sound design, and other audio assets to create the right emotional texture
- Detail-oriented and functions well under deadline pressure
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
- A passion for podcasting, an understanding of WABE’s mission, and ideas on how to leverage its editorial direction into the world of audio
- Four-year college degree in communications or other applicable field preferred; equivalent experience in the field of radio/podcast production can be considered.
Other Attributes:
- Willingness to work in a collegial and respectful manner to enhance a team-based atmosphere, utilizing effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational skills to work in a multi-platform operation.
- Ease in working under deadline pressure.
- Ability to think and plan strategically, solve problems, and take direction as required.
Job Type
Full Time
Weekly Limit
N/A
Shift
Day
Attached Files
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