Job description
Job Title:
Audio Producer (Part Time)
Function:
Editorial
Department:
Editorial
Reporting to:
Group Head of Audio
Role Purpose
We are seeking a part-time Audio Producer (2 days per week) to work on our new Sex and Relationships podcast and play a key role in the development of this new personality-led podcast.
The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality and engaging content that sets our podcast apart. They will work closely with audio team, journalists and editors across Mediahuis Ireland in a busy, deadline-driven environment bringing top-quality content to listeners.
Role Responsibilities
(Overview)
* Take ownership and build our podcast listenership by developing a content strategy across audio, video and social media.
* Oversee output; from pre-production, research to recording, editing, and publishing.
* Develop creative and innovative ideas for formats, interviews, and features to keep the content fresh and in line with audience preferences.
* Identify and secure the best contributors.
* Develop strong relationships with presenters and regular contributors.
* Give constructive feedback to presenters and guests.
* Collaborate with hosts, guests, and other team members to ensure seamless production workflows
* Work closely with sound designers, give clear feedback and direction in post-production.
* Other duties as required.
Experience & Qualifications
(Minimum Experience & Essential Knowledge)
* At least 2 years' podcast, radio production or journalism experience.
* 3rd level media/journalist qualification desirable.
* A portfolio or reel highlighting previous work in audio production.
* Audio-editing and/or video editing skills a plus.
Skills
Behavioural
* Hands-on, creative experience of growing audience reach within the radio or podcast industry.
* Strong presentation and communication skills.
* Strong storytelling skills.
* Ability to plan ahead and stay organised.
* Flexibility to adapt to a continuously changing journalistic landscape.
* Data-driven approach to driving listenership.
* Deep interest and understanding of the podcast landscape.
Other
* Extensive working knowledge of libel law and relevant legislation.
* Editing skills (Adobe Audition and/or Protools, as well as Descript) and experience of other relevant software (cms and transcription).
* Photoshop and premiere pro skills a plus.
* Data literate comfortable analysing with all podcast platform metrics.