Senior Producer, Originals & Podcast
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 80000 - 90000
Posted on:
18 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are looking for a hands-on creator to lead the production of our new original content slate including podcasts vodcasts and digital-first video series. You wont just be managing files you will be scripting shooting editing and packaging stories that drive retention and revenue.
Key Responsibilities
- End-to-End Production: Oversee the entire workflow for podcasts and original video seriesfrom booking guests and scripting to recording and final edit. Comfort on camera is a bonus.
- The Podcast Model: Ensure all video and long-form content is produced simultaneously for audio. You understand that a podcast is no longer just audio it is a multi-platform asset.
- Show Running: Manage production calendars coordinate talent/guests and ensure all deliverables hit deadlines for launch.
- Growth Optimization: Collaborate with the Audience team to ensure all content is optimized for SEO discoverability and social cutting (Shorts/Reels) before it is published.
- Technical Execution: Serve as the primary editor for high-priority projects and manage junior editors or freelancers when needed.
- Swiss-Army-Knife: Ready in a pinch to assist the newsroom when needed with daily tasks.
What You Bring
- Hybrid Skills: 5 years of experience in both audio and video production. You can cut a compelling audio story and color-correct a video file.
- Newsroom Fluency: You understand editorial standards and how to move at the speed of news even when working on long-form content.
- Platform Savvy: You know the difference between a YouTube thumbnail and a Spotify show tile and why it matters.
- Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple series simultaneously without missing a publish date.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience launching a new podcast or video franchise from scratch.
- Familiarity with remote recording tools and editing workflows
- Experience producing content for CTV environments.
- Platform expertise: YouTube Spotify and general Social Media management.
Salary Range: $80000 - $90000
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes but not limited to medical (with multiple plan options) dental and vision insurance paid time off a 401(k) with company matching contributions Paid Parental leave life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Crew Management
- Mobile Marketing
- Waterfall
- Qualitative Research Interviewing
- Jira
- Project Management
- Project Management Software
- Adobe Premiere
- Confluence
- Leadership Experience
- Google Suite
About Company
As the largest TV station operator in the U.S. reaching nearly 39 percent of households, Nexstar Media Group offers unrivaled audience access and influence.
