The New York Times Audio team is looking for a senior audio producer to help us launch a new tech podcast. The producer should love the complex world of the internet. You should also bring an enthusiasm for launching brand-new shows into the world, a spirit of collaboration (you’ll be working with the hosts closely in the studio and with the wider Times newsroom) and a willingness to create bold new work in audio. Not only will you help develop the show, you’ll dig into all aspects of production, including pitching topics, booking and prepping guests, assembling sessions and editing tape with ease and speed.
The position is 20 hrs/week, ideally based in San Francisco but open to New York and remote locations.
Responsibilities
Work with Audio team and Technology desk leadership to develop the ambitions of a new show
Work with hosts and guests in studio, booking and pre-interviewing guests and prepping hosts
Write interview questions, research, fact-check and collaborate on scripting
Produce full interviews from start to finish
Make editorial decisions about length, format and tone before and during production
Cut tape on a tight deadline, with technical proficiency and with minimal oversight
Consistently select tape to shape a coherent and compelling conversation, using music, archive materials where appropriate
Receive and incorporate edits
Work with engineer to finalize technical aspects of the show
Skills and Experience
5+ years experience in audio production
Strong interest in technology and the internet
Experience producing interviews, engineering recording sessions, and shaping interviews with a sense of the big idea
Demonstrated success in creating innovative content under pressure
Expertise in audio editing, ideally using Pro Tools
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, deadlines, news judgment and time-management
Experience working with hosts
An independent work ethic combined with a love for and patience with the collaborative process
Experience working on new show from the ground up is a plus
Experience in a fast-paced news environment
Use editorial judgment reflective of Times mission and principles
This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY
To apply, go here.
