VPM - News Podcast Assistant Producer

Podcast Producer is needed in Richmond, United States.

Client: VPM

Location: Richmond, United States

Contract: Contractor

Job Description

VPM is seeking an Assistant Producer for a weekly news/public affairs podcast focused on political and societal issues in the Richmond area. The role involves attending planning meetings, conducting research for potential guest interviews, contacting and pre-interviewing guests, preparing notes and questions for the host, managing logistics for studio and remote interviews, selecting music for episodes, performing audio file cleanup, and uploading finished episodes to VPM’s internal server.

Requirements

• Availability to help record interviews at VPM
• Experience attending planning meetings
• Ability to conduct research for potential interview topics and guests
• Strong communication skills for guest outreach and pre-interviews
• Excellent writing skills for preparing notes and questions
• Organizational skills for coordinating logistics and managing files
• Familiarity with audio editing software such as Descript
• Proficiency in uploading files and using VPM’s internal server

Additional Information

• This is an independent contractor position
• The job can be done remotely
• Pay is based on the Association for Independents in Radio rate guide
• Anticipated start time is spring 2024
• Include a resume and/or links to your bio/website, work samples, and a statement about your interest and qualifications
• Applications will be accepted until the job is filled
• EOE M/F/D/V
• VPM reserves the right to alter, change, modify, and/or terminate this job posting at any time without notice, or obligation, to any party