Company: Pionaire Podcasting Network
Position: Executive Producer
Location: Hybrid, Los Angeles
Reports To: VP of Operations
Salary: $50-70,000/year depending on experience
Job Type: Full-Time
About Us
Pionaire is a dynamic and growing podcast network committed to delivering engaging content through our shows. We believe in the power of storytelling and are looking for a motivated Executive Producer to join our team. If you love podcasts, are a creative problem solver, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!
Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic Executive Podcast Producer/Editor with 2+ years of experience in podcast production, including video editing. In this role, you will be responsible for the creative direction and production of multiple podcasts across a variety of genres. This is a hybrid role, based in Los Angeles and working remotely.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Producing
- Serve as the primary Pionaire representative for the shows they Executive Produce on all matters; internally and externally.
- Develop strong and positive relationships with hosts and advocate for their needs.
- Work with talent to co-create a strong creative vision for the show including tone, creative direction, and brand voice.
- Consistently pitch fresh content ideas for every episode of every show.
- Establish successful workflow, deadlines and production schedule with talent and production staff.
- Oversee all aspects of episode planning and co-create engaging segments to maintain audience engagement.
- Ensure episodes meet editorial standards, legal/ethical guidelines, and brand voice.
- Sign off on final edits, mixes, and episode assets before talent final approval.
- Work with department heads on marketing and production budget and spending.
- Collaborate on marketing strategy including launch plans, branding, promotional campaigns, cross-promotions, and audience development to help the show stand out from its competition in the marketplace.
- Have a deep understanding of show analytics to set growth, programming and marketing goals.
- Identify social trends and proactively co-create promo content that will stand out on social media.
- Communicate and direct editors on all notes from initial edit to final cut of all content.
- Sign off on final edits of all video, audio and social content.
- Mentor associate producers and provide help to other staff members when needed.
- Ideate on content and co-present material for Production Workshops.
- Present status updates and check in on outstanding items in staff meetings.
- Stay up to date on industry trends and bring fresh ideas to the team.
—
Producing
- Name episodes and write SEO-optimized descriptions.
- Coordinate with talent and guests for recording sessions, including scheduling, pre-interviews, and technical troubleshooting. Send pre-recording best practices to guests and deliver social media promos to Pionaire talent and guests for promotion.
- Develop episode outlines, segment breakdowns, and content flow documents.
- Set up and manage remote and/or on-site recording sessions, ensuring optimal audio and video quality.
- Direct talent to ensure best performance.
- Take notes during recording and discuss notes after.
- Assist with Premium content creation and management as needed.
- Assist with live tour as needed.
- Maintain archive of top segments and moments for future use.
- Plan ahead with talent for vacations/travel.
—
Editing & Post-Production
- Edit full-length podcast and video episodes, including audio mixing, color correction, visual enhancements, overlays, and supplemental footage.
- Edit extended and bonus content, ensuring consistency with brand tone and visual identity.
- Schedule and publish episodes on YouTube, Audioboom, Acast, and other platforms with appropriate tagging and categorization.
- Manage and maintain YouTube and Audioboom channel organization, including playlists and settings.
- Record and edit baked-in ads, including overlays and translations as needed.
- Collaborate with the production team on ad vetting, placement, and compliance.
—
Social Media & Promotional Asset Creation
- Create short-form social clips and promotional assets for multiple shows (up 3 per episode).
- Design and optimize custom thumbnails for YouTube and other social platforms.
- Collaborate with marketing on promotional trailers and high-visibility campaigns (e.g., major ad placements and launches).
—
Additional Duties
- Collaborate with management on special projects as needed.
- Participate in Producer Workshops and staff meetings.
- Keep up to date with industry trends.
- Look for opportunities to incorporate new technologies into Pionaire offerings.
- All other duties assigned by management.
—
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in podcast production, with a focus on both audio and video editing.
- Proficiency in audio and video editing software (e.g., Adobe Audition and Premiere Pro preferred).
- Familiarity with podcast distribution platforms (e.g., Acast, or similar) and social media content creation.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Passion for podcasts and storytelling, with a keen interest in staying current with industry trends.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a positive attitude and a collaborative mindset.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and any examples of podcast episodes you have produced or edited (audio and/or video) to hiring@pionairepodcasting.com. Tell us why you’re passionate about podcasting and what makes you the perfect fit for our team!
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Pionaire is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.