Magnet Media, Inc. is hiring: Podcast Producer - SUPERFANS (Contract) in New Yor

Magnet Originals - New Independent Studio Venture About the Show SUPERFANS is a heartwarming video podcast series exploring music's power to connect people from different backgrounds through shared fandom. Each 45-minute episode pairs two unlikely superfans of the same artist, culminating in a concert experience and potential artist meet-and-greet. What You'll Do Produce 5 studio-based episodes (recording in Week 6) with remote coordination for final concert scenes Execute multi-segment episode structure: fan introductions, first connection, musical deep dive, shared journey, concert experience, artist encounter, and reflection Coordinate with talent management for final-scene meet-and-greet logistics Manage fan casting workflow and vetting process using data platforms Oversee editing workflow in Week 7 for 45-minute episodes Create compelling short-form content for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram (30-60 second clips optimized for each platform) Negotiate talent and footage releases and diplomatically navigate access commitments Develop additional audience engagement strategy and social media segments Work within scrappy-tier budget constraints while maintaining high production values You're a Great Fit If You Have 2-4 years of podcast/video production experience with portfolio examples Are obsessed with short-form content and understand what makes clips go viral on TikTok/IG Reels/YouTube Shorts Have experience with verite-style documentary storytelling that captures authentic emotion, and real person (non-celebrity) casting and producing Can edit or closely direct editors for both long-form (45 min) and social cutdowns Thrive in fast-paced environments with tight deadlines (Week 6 rec, Week 7 editing) Understand music rights and licensing basics Are highly organized with multiple simultaneous workstreams (casting, logistics, production, post) Can work independently with minimal supervision but communicate proactively Bonus Points Experience working with fan communities or music-focused content Familiarity with concert and show venues/artist management protocols Background in both studio and field production Archival research experience Post production (graphics, color grading and audio mixing) oversight skills Timeline Weeks 3-8+ (approximately 6+ weeks), starting immediately. Budget Tier Scrappy/Emerging Producer Rate Location Hybrid (studio sessions + remote coordination) #J-18808-Ljbffr