Podcast Producer at Blockworks

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Source and schedule guests, staying up-to-date on industry news and trends to identify untapped potential for exceptional stories.
• Plan and research episodes, creating deep-dive briefings and questions for podcast hosts before recordings.
• Craft content post-production using tools like Descript to refine our content and ensure it meets our quality standards. You’ll listen to A LOT of podcasts to maintain a competitive edge.
• Work with editors and designers to produce engaging content that aligns with brand voice and audience expectations.
• Write descriptions, timestamps, and titles for podcast episodes to enhance viewer engagement and drive downloads.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to promote podcasts through social media channels like Twitter and other platforms, including email campaigns and influencer partnerships.
• Track analytics across the network to bolster growth and audience retention by identifying trends and optimizing content strategies.
• Manage podcast sponsors, lead sponsor kickoff calls, write sponsor copy, and develop sponsor reports to maintain strong partnerships.
• Lead the creative development and launch of new Blockworks podcasts, including conceptualizing topics, coordinating with hosts, and ensuring consistent quality across the network.
• Support conference content creation for live panels and events, including researching topics, preparing materials, and coordinating with speakers and production teams.

Job Requirements

• Proven experience in podcast production or content creation, with a strong understanding of audio editing tools like Descript.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with hosts, editors, designers, and marketing teams.
• Ability to analyze data and metrics to inform content decisions and improve audience engagement.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of social media marketing strategies and platforms to promote podcasts effectively.
• Attention to detail to ensure high-quality content and accurate metadata for episodes.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and contribute to both existing and new podcast initiatives.
• Passion for storytelling and a deep understanding of industry trends to identify compelling topics.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining open communication with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with sponsor management and partnership development is a plus.