Podcast Producer

Hours: Up to 40 hours/week, including 11-hour shifts on Saturday & Sunday
Rate: Standard hourly rate (in line with TV weekend rates)

We're looking for an experienced Podcast Producer to join our production team on a freelance basis. This role is ideal for someone passionate about audio storytelling and journalism, and confident working to high editorial standards. The producer will play a key role in crafting compelling podcast episodes-from planning through to publishing.

Responsibilities:

Plan & Coordinate

• Plan and schedule podcast episodes, book guests, and maintain content calendars

• Research topics and develop episode outlines

• Ensure all content meets the highest journalistic standards for accuracy, balance, and sourcing

Production & Editing

• Record, edit, and mix podcast episodes using Adobe Audition

• Maintain high-quality audio standards and engaging content flow

• Write introductions, segues, and show notes

Guest Management

• Coordinate with guests, including scheduling and preparing them for recordings

Publishing & Distribution

• Publish and distribute episodes across major platforms (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts)

• Follow established publishing workflows (full training provided)

Quality Control

• Review and ensure consistency across all episodes, including audio quality, editorial accuracy, and tone

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in podcast production, especially interview-based formats

• Proficiency with Adobe Audition

• Strong editorial judgment and attention to detail

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Ability to work weekends-Saturday and Sunday shifts are fixed at 11 hours each

• Flexibility to work the remaining 18 hours during the week, as scheduled (not self-scheduled)

What We Provide:

• Full kit and recording equipment

• Access to platforms and software (excluding Adobe Audition, which candidates must already be familiar with)

• Training in our publishing process and editing style, especially for field dispatches and narrative voiceovers

If you're a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can deliver under pressure to tight deadlines, we'd love to hear from you.