Senior Podcast Producer Presenter
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Senior Podcast Producer Presenter
PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Senior Podcast Producer presenter is responsible for developing and managing digital audio programs across multiple podcast platforms.
SPECIFIC DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties and responsibilities noted below are considered the essential functions of the job.
- Plan episodes and finalize pitches.
- Supervise research, interviews and writing of podcasts.
- Provide feedback, review, and re-writes of final copies and tape.
- lead with the producer and presenter in-field and studio recordings.
- Contribute with MBN network of reporters and producers on partnerships for making episodes from around the World.
- Grow the podcasts in quantity and quality.
- Stay abreast of industry standards to ensure podcasts are meeting best practices.
- Assist in developing and producing future podcasts.
- Train interns and new staff on podcast techniques and best practices.
- Manage podcast productions, including budgets, staffing and creative.
- Work closely with MBN staff to identify and develops existing internal podcast opportunities.
- Set KPIs for audience growth and continually evaluates performance.
- Partner with cross-network teams on marketing and communication strategies.
OTHER DUTIES:
The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties and take on other responsibilities as dictated by events and circumstances.
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- At least a bachelor’s degree in mass communications, journalism, or relevant field.
- At least 5 years of experience working in social media or analytics at a news organization.
- Proven experience in developing host and producer talent.
- Outstanding editorial/narrative judgement.
- Highly skilled at writing, with a creative approach of storytelling.
- Strong cross-departmental collaborative skills.
- Scripting, editing, and sound quality/audio editing skills required.
- Ability to accommodate flexible work schedule to support 24/7 news environment.
MBN is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.
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