Senior Podcast Producer - Betches Media
New York, NY
About the Job
About Us
Betches Media is the leading humor platform for women on the internet, offering audiences a range of cutting-edge and culturally relevant content across web, social, podcasts and events. The multi-media entertainment and lifestyle brand was founded in 2011 by lifelong friends Aleen Dreksler, Sami Sage and Jordana Abraham during their senior year at college, and is one of the earliest digitally native media and entertainment companies founded and led by women.
Today, Betches Media has a reach of 250M+ across all platforms, connecting with fans across every touchpoint. We are funny, honest, and unfiltered, and our mission is to provide a space for all women to get real about life through relatable and shareable content. The company has recently become a public entity after being acquired by UK-based parent company LBG Media, which reaches over a billion people globally every month and aims to be the number one media group for the social generation.
Description
Are you as obsessed with producing podcast content as you are the latest season of Love Is Blind? Do you scroll past pod clips on TikTok, and think, “TBH, mine would have gone more viral”? Are your favorite vibes in the studio, surrounded by best-in-class equipment and the funniest people you know? Then Betches might be the home for you! Betches Media is looking for a driven, creative, and passionate Senior Podcast Producer to lead production and post for several of Betches’ hit podcasts. The ideal candidate has considerable experience producing and editing audio and video, is obsessed with quality, and is brimming with original ideas to help take our podcasts to the next level.
Our Senior Podcast Producer will work hand-in-hand with our hosts to create powerful and hilarious content, providing clear production direction and creating episode outlines each week that align with the Betches brand. Our Senior Podcast Producer will also edit audio and video content for our podcasts, and have technical studio knowledge and experience. The Senior Producer will also utilize their knowledge and experience to mentor, support, and advise fellow team members.The ideal candidate will also be growth-minded, filled with ideas to help all of our podcasts chart while paying close attention to metrics.
The ideal candidate will also have a good understanding of the social landscape. Our Senior Podcast Producer will work closely with the podcast, video, and social teams to adapt our podcast content for audiences across various platforms (i.e. Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube), and keep up with industry trends. Time management and attention to detail is also a must — our Senior Podcast Producer will also source guests for podcasts, oversee a studio calendar, and be responsible for scheduling podcast content.
Our Senior Podcast Producer should be proactive, creative, collaborative, organized, efficient, detail-oriented, accountable, enthusiastic — not to mention a Betches fan and a lover of all things comedy.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Lead production on assigned series, directing remote and in-studio audio and video content and creating outlines that are creative, fun, and primed for success
- Lead post-production on assigned series, editing clean and dynamic audio and video content with an ear and eye towards social
- Manage day-to-day responsibilities of podcast production (i.e. guest procurement, creating outlines, scheduling, post)
- Work closely with hosts to create best-in-class content, providing regular and constructive feedback with an eye towards growth
- Work alongside social and video teams to create content that’s optimized and promoted across platforms (i.e. Instagram, TikTok, YouTube)
- Support podcast team with new ideas to grow podcast audience and listenership
- Guest and host episode prep – through topic ideation, sponsorship, guest screening, and outline review
- Work with marketing and content teams on social-forward strategies to improve and reach new audiences
Qualifications
- 8+ years experience producing podcasts (video experience an advantage)
- Strong interest and fluency in Betches Media podcast network
- Seasoned audio and video editor, fluent in Adobe Suite
- Technical understanding of audio recording equipment and hosting platforms (i.e. Megaphone, Apple Connect, etc.)
- Experience creating podcast content for social video platforms (i.e. TikTok, YouTube)
- Considerable understanding of the social landscape, as a consumer and producer
- Strong creative skills in segment producing, script and outline writing, as well as host prep and direction
- Sharp eye for talent and guests who will bring compelling stories
- Passion for working with and sourcing a network of diverse talent, bringing unique voices into the Betches community
- Strong organization and communication skills
- Experience managing production responsibilities across multiple shows
- Ability to work efficiently on deadline; adaptability to varying workflows and editorial demands
- Experience working in media preferred
Compensation
The expected annual base salary for this role is $80,000 - $105,000. Final offers for this role will be made within the parameters of the salary range provided. Years of experience, skills, and other factors such as location are considered when determining the salary offered. Total compensation and offer package will include the following perks below.
Learn more about our culture and perks
Our DEI+ Commitment
At Betches, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers talent from many different backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that true creativity and knowledge emerge when diversity and inclusion are fully embraced. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of our clients and our communities, recognizing that our journey towards excellence is ongoing. Together, we aim to foster an environment where everyone can contribute to and benefit from our shared success.
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