Podcast jobs in United Kingdom

Senior Podcast Producer

Reporting of the Role

This role reports to Executive Producer, Global Podcasts.

Overview of Job
We are looking for a dynamic and creative Senior Podcast Producer with a proven track record in podcast production and strong talent management skills. Previous work should include a variety of podcast styles including factual, narrative, and talent-led content. You should also have experience and an understanding of the role video content plays in amplifying podcasts.

3 Best Things About the Job

1. Producing habit-forming podcasts with some of the UK’s highest profile presenters.
2. Being part of a highly creative and collaborative team.
3. Creative freedom to develop your ideas that align with Global’s Podcast Strategy.

Measures of Success
In the first few months, you would have:

1. Developed original ideas/formats aligned with Global’s podcast strategy.
2. Worked with some of the biggest talent in the podcast business.
3. Brought your best podcast ideas to life with original audio and video treatments.
4. Built relationships with internal and external partners/Talent/Management.

Responsibilities of the Role

1. Working across several Global Original podcasts.
2. Developing original formats aligned with Global’s podcast strategy.
3. Identifying talent that resonates with the target audience.
4. Growing the audience for the podcasts you are responsible for.

What You Will Need
The ideal candidate will be proactive and willing to develop and implement innovative solutions, capable of the following:

1. Show a high level of creativity and imagination in audio content creation and be highly proficient with audio editing software.
2. Have a strong background as an experienced producer of podcasts and/or live radio.
3. Possess strong talent management skills and work well to focused briefs and production deadlines.
4. Be flexible enough to work across a range of categories and styles with an up-to-date understanding of diversity and inclusivity.
5. Have a wide-ranging and deep knowledge of the current podcasting world, including an in-depth awareness of industry trends and the commercial landscape of podcasting in the UK and other key markets.
6. Be a listener of podcasts across multiple categories and genres.
7. Have a detailed understanding of how to promote podcasts optimally and the ability to build additional social media and short-form audio and video content to help drive audience to the podcasts.

Everyone is Welcome at Global

Just like our media and entertainment platforms are for everyone, so are our workplaces. We know that we can’t possibly serve our diverse audiences without first nurturing and celebrating it in our people, and that’s why we work hard to create an inclusive culture for everyone. We believe that diversity will set us apart, so no matter what you look like, where you come from, or what your favourite radio station is, we want to hear from you.

We will always seek to make appropriate adjustments to the recruitment process and workplace to be fully inclusive to people with different needs and working styles. If you require us to make any reasonable adjustments for you or to disclose a condition, please email recruitment@global.com.