Job Title:
Assistant Audio Producer, Crime World (Maternity Cover)
Function:
Publishing
Department:
Editorial
Reporting to:
Investigations Editor/Crime World Podcast Producer
Role Purpose
Part of the Mediahuis publishing department, this is a highly creative role working within the audio team and with presenters, editors, and journalists across Mediahuis Ireland. The Assistant Producer plays a key role in the production of the Crime World podcast and oversees output from pre-production, research to recording, editing, and publishing.
Role Responsibilities
(Overview)
* Generate and develop original ideas for Crime World podcasts
* Develop strong relationships with presenters and regular contributors
* Identify and secure the best contributors
* Write creative and concise briefs and running orders
* On-air reporting when necessary
* Take a hands-on, entrepreneurial approach to make sure shows are produced on time and to the highest possible standards
* Work closely with sound designers, give clear feedback and direction in post-production
* Use music to bring stories to life when necessary
* Manage studio bookings and recordings both in studio and on location
* Provide promotional clips and assets to the Audience team and in conjunction with marketing and commercial departments to ensure podcasts are promoted across all our platforms
* Contribute to strategy on building audience reach
* Other duties as required
Experience & Qualifications
* At least 2 years' podcast or broadcast experience
* 3rd level media/journalist qualification desirable
Skills & Attributes
Technical & Non-technical
* Hands-on, creative experience of radio or podcast production
* Editing skills (Adobe Audition and/or Protools) and experience of other relevant software (CMS and transcription)
* Data literate, comfortable with all podcast platform metrics
* Deep interest and understanding of the podcast landscape
Other
* Both team player and able to work on own initiative
* Ability to plan ahead and stay organised
* Strong presentation and communication skills
* Results Oriented
* Truly creative
* Detail Oriented
* Effective Collaboration