Position: Executive Producer

Location: Los Angeles Preferred

Reports To: VP of Operations

Salary: $70,000 – $80,000/year depending on experience

Job Type: Full-Time

 

About Pionaire:

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 Assistant 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 with 3+ years of experience in podcast production. In this role, you will be responsible for the creative direction and production of multiple podcasts across a variety of genres.  


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 

  • Direct talent to ensure best performance. 
  • 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. 
  • 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 

  • Basic familiarity with video and audio editing in Adobe Premiere. 
  • Basic familiarity with Canva or Adobe Photoshop.

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:

  • 3+ years of experience in podcast production. 
  • 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 with “Executive Producer” somewhere in your email subject line. 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.