Senior Producer - JR0025059_TX - Yahoo Holdings Inc.
Richardson, TX
About the Job
Yahoo Sports is one of the internet's leading destinations for comprehensive sports news and innovative fantasy games. We produce insightful content across multiple platforms and curate quality coverage from around the web to inform and entertain fans. We're an original fantasy sports pioneer, with a legacy of innovation that helps us continue to be a fantasy leader. And as one of the most-visited sports platforms on the internet, we're one of the best places for brands to reach fans.
We are looking for a seasoned podcast and video producer to help bring our editorial talent and voice to life. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter with a deep knowledge and passion for sports, comprehensive audio AND video production skills and thorough awareness of the latest trends in podcasting and social media. Additionally, this role will work not only with talent, but with Yahoo Sports' editorial, video and social teams to analyze stories in the sports news cycle, develop new shows and show rundowns and assist in the multimedia rollout of videos and social posts in support of our podcasts.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Fully produce conversational podcast/vodcast episodes:
- Control production workflow from scheduling, talent management, episode topic ideation, recording/engineering via Riverside, audio mixing, full video episode editing in Adobe Premiere, title/summary copywriting and publishing.
- Publish and program podcasts via internal CMS, Simplecast, and YouTube.
- Work collaboratively with video, editorial and social teams to coordinate topics, scheduling and deliver media in a timely manner across multiple teams and channels.
- Provide leadership and feedback to contractors and junior team members.
- Collaborate in short-term and long-term audio strategy with the development of new podcast series as well as the video and social elements to support those series.
- Live production assistance as necessary for field and studio shoots.
REQUIREMENTS
- 5 years professional experience in audio production including: engineering, editing, mixing and design. Knowledge of signal flow, noise reduction, mixing/mastering, troubleshooting techniques and overall audio best practices is essential.
- 5 years professional experience in video production including lighting and framing best practices, multi-camera editing and motion graphics is also essential, as nearly every podcast is published in full-length audio and video formats.
- The experience, maturity, and clear communication skills necessary to be a leader on our team.
- Expert-level knowledge of Adobe Premiere and Audition.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop.
- Familiarity with After Effects a plus.
- Flexibility with scheduling is a MUST as games and talent availability dictates our schedule.
- Night and weekend availability is necessary as determined by the sports calendar.
- Strong copy and grammar skills.
- Willingness and experience working on tight deadlines and abnormal hours, as well as a willingness for occasional travel.
- A team-player with a can-do attitude, eagerness to multitask, work independently and ability to take command of large, multi-faceted productions.
- Keen eye for what will resonate with the Yahoo Sports audience and sports fans in general.
- Passion for all sports is a must , with deep knowledge of at least one of the following leagues: NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, NCAAF, NCAAB, professional soccer, motorsports and more.
If you're passionate and knowledgeable about sports, have a positive and collaborative spirit, and possess the experience and skill set detailed above, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity to work with the dynamic team at Yahoo Sports.
The material job duties and responsibilities of this role include those listed above as well as adhering to Yahoo policies ; exercising sound judgment ; working effectively, safely and inclusively with others ; exhibi ing trustworthiness and meeting expectations ; and safeguarding business operations and brand integrity.
Yahoo is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category. Yahoo will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. Yahoo is dedicated to providing an accessible environment for all candidates during the application process and for employees during their employment. If you need accessibility assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please submit a request via the Accommodation Request Form ( www.yahooinc.com/careers/contact-us.html ) or call 1.866.772.3182 . Requests and calls received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
At Yahoo, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion ( www.yahooinc.com/diversity/ ) page to learn more.
The compensation for this position ranges from $72,750.00 - $151,250.00/yr and will vary depending on factors such as your location, skills and experience. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus or commissions, in addition to equity incentives. Yahoo provides industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave and an employee assistance program. Eligibility requirements apply.
Yahoo has a high degree of flexibility around employee location and hybrid working. In fact, our flexible-hybrid approach to work is one of the things our employees rave about. Most roles don't require specific regular patterns of in-person office attendance. If you join Yahoo, you may be asked to attend (or travel to attend) on-site work sessions, team-building, or other in-person events. When these occur, you'll be given notice to make arrangements.
If you're curious about how this factors into this role, please discuss with the recruiter.
Currently work for Yahoo? Please apply on our internal career site.
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
We are looking for a seasoned podcast and video producer to help bring our editorial talent and voice to life. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter with a deep knowledge and passion for sports, comprehensive audio AND video production skills and thorough awareness of the latest trends in podcasting and social media. Additionally, this role will work not only with talent, but with Yahoo Sports' editorial, video and social teams to analyze stories in the sports news cycle, develop new shows and show rundowns and assist in the multimedia rollout of videos and social posts in support of our podcasts.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Fully produce conversational podcast/vodcast episodes:
- Control production workflow from scheduling, talent management, episode topic ideation, recording/engineering via Riverside, audio mixing, full video episode editing in Adobe Premiere, title/summary copywriting and publishing.
- Publish and program podcasts via internal CMS, Simplecast, and YouTube.
- Work collaboratively with video, editorial and social teams to coordinate topics, scheduling and deliver media in a timely manner across multiple teams and channels.
- Provide leadership and feedback to contractors and junior team members.
- Collaborate in short-term and long-term audio strategy with the development of new podcast series as well as the video and social elements to support those series.
- Live production assistance as necessary for field and studio shoots.
REQUIREMENTS
- 5 years professional experience in audio production including: engineering, editing, mixing and design. Knowledge of signal flow, noise reduction, mixing/mastering, troubleshooting techniques and overall audio best practices is essential.
- 5 years professional experience in video production including lighting and framing best practices, multi-camera editing and motion graphics is also essential, as nearly every podcast is published in full-length audio and video formats.
- The experience, maturity, and clear communication skills necessary to be a leader on our team.
- Expert-level knowledge of Adobe Premiere and Audition.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop.
- Familiarity with After Effects a plus.
- Flexibility with scheduling is a MUST as games and talent availability dictates our schedule.
- Night and weekend availability is necessary as determined by the sports calendar.
- Strong copy and grammar skills.
- Willingness and experience working on tight deadlines and abnormal hours, as well as a willingness for occasional travel.
- A team-player with a can-do attitude, eagerness to multitask, work independently and ability to take command of large, multi-faceted productions.
- Keen eye for what will resonate with the Yahoo Sports audience and sports fans in general.
- Passion for all sports is a must , with deep knowledge of at least one of the following leagues: NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, NCAAF, NCAAB, professional soccer, motorsports and more.
If you're passionate and knowledgeable about sports, have a positive and collaborative spirit, and possess the experience and skill set detailed above, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity to work with the dynamic team at Yahoo Sports.
The material job duties and responsibilities of this role include those listed above as well as adhering to Yahoo policies ; exercising sound judgment ; working effectively, safely and inclusively with others ; exhibi ing trustworthiness and meeting expectations ; and safeguarding business operations and brand integrity.
Yahoo is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category. Yahoo will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. Yahoo is dedicated to providing an accessible environment for all candidates during the application process and for employees during their employment. If you need accessibility assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please submit a request via the Accommodation Request Form ( www.yahooinc.com/careers/contact-us.html ) or call 1.866.772.3182 . Requests and calls received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
At Yahoo, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion ( www.yahooinc.com/diversity/ ) page to learn more.
The compensation for this position ranges from $72,750.00 - $151,250.00/yr and will vary depending on factors such as your location, skills and experience. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus or commissions, in addition to equity incentives. Yahoo provides industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave and an employee assistance program. Eligibility requirements apply.
Yahoo has a high degree of flexibility around employee location and hybrid working. In fact, our flexible-hybrid approach to work is one of the things our employees rave about. Most roles don't require specific regular patterns of in-person office attendance. If you join Yahoo, you may be asked to attend (or travel to attend) on-site work sessions, team-building, or other in-person events. When these occur, you'll be given notice to make arrangements.
If you're curious about how this factors into this role, please discuss with the recruiter.
Currently work for Yahoo? Please apply on our internal career site.
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
Source : Yahoo Holdings Inc.
