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Producer, Radiolab
Radiolab is seeking a full‑time Producer to join the team. The Producer takes ideas from pitch to broadcast, participating in all parts of the production process. The Producer will spend much of their time deep in tape, sorting through vast amounts of audio, crafting the arc of the episode in ProTools, and building out the story. The Producer will work closely with the editorial team, making new drafts of episodes. Sometimes the Producer will work on ideas they’ve pitched; oftentimes they’ll produce other team member’s work. The Producer will help craft the soundscape of the show.
Key Responsibilities
Regularly produce episodes from pitch to broadcast with minimal support
Find, pitch more ambitious, nuanced, and successful story ideas
Develop the arc of episodes and craft narratives, with minimal editorial support
Execute notes from Editor on new drafts of episodes
Cut interview selects and track tape
Source archival tape
Research for story ideas, book guests, arrange logistics (e.g., ISDN, travel)
Pre‑interview, book potential guests, engineer in‑studio interviews and tracking
Perform field reporting and/or recording
Conceive of storyboards with the team
Write narration and craft the sound design/soundscape of episodes
Create new drafts of episodes in ProTools, experimenting relentlessly with story construction
Liaise with fact checker for episodes
Write and produce content for web, newsletter, and other platforms as needed
Key Qualifications
At least five years experience producing, reporting and/or editing in long‑form narrative audio, and/or comparable experience in a related field
Preferably has experience creating stories similar to the ones heard on Radiolab
Has a clear grasp of what makes a surprising, impactful and complicated story that could be heard on Radiolab
Has a proven ability to develop story arc and narrative
Has solid journalism skills including: interviewing, database research and fact checking
Has experience with linear editing software (ProTools, Logic, et cetera), and an advanced understanding of sound design
Sense of humor and musicality are a plus
It’s important on the Radiolab team for everyone to work hard, be willing to pitch in on whatever is needed to get the job done, have an open mind, demonstrate integrity in their journalism, be wildly curious, and not be afraid to be a little bit weird
Additional Information This is a full‑time non‑exempt, hourly role, eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance through SAG‑AFTRA. This role is based in New York City and is expected to work at our NYC Headquarters two days per week. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between New York Public Radio and SAG‑AFTRA.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion New York Public Radio is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We continuously strive to place our employees at the center of our thinking and elevate inclusive practices to develop and support a more engaged and productive workforce. Our journalism and operations in the service of that journalism benefit from a broad range of perspectives, from all backgrounds, at all levels of the organization. Diversity is essential to honest, authentic, accurate storytelling and reportage; creating an institution in which all voices are encouraged, valued, and heard.
Equal Opportunity New York Public Radio is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving the goal of equal employment opportunity for all. Applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions without regard to mental or physical disability, race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship status, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, employment status or any protected federal, state or local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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Radiolab is seeking a full‑time Producer to join the team. The Producer takes ideas from pitch to broadcast, participating in all parts of the production process. The Producer will spend much of their time deep in tape, sorting through vast amounts of audio, crafting the arc of the episode in ProTools, and building out the story. The Producer will work closely with the editorial team, making new drafts of episodes. Sometimes the Producer will work on ideas they’ve pitched; oftentimes they’ll produce other team member’s work. The Producer will help craft the soundscape of the show.
Key Responsibilities
Regularly produce episodes from pitch to broadcast with minimal support
Find, pitch more ambitious, nuanced, and successful story ideas
Develop the arc of episodes and craft narratives, with minimal editorial support
Execute notes from Editor on new drafts of episodes
Cut interview selects and track tape
Source archival tape
Research for story ideas, book guests, arrange logistics (e.g., ISDN, travel)
Pre‑interview, book potential guests, engineer in‑studio interviews and tracking
Perform field reporting and/or recording
Conceive of storyboards with the team
Write narration and craft the sound design/soundscape of episodes
Create new drafts of episodes in ProTools, experimenting relentlessly with story construction
Liaise with fact checker for episodes
Write and produce content for web, newsletter, and other platforms as needed
Key Qualifications
At least five years experience producing, reporting and/or editing in long‑form narrative audio, and/or comparable experience in a related field
Preferably has experience creating stories similar to the ones heard on Radiolab
Has a clear grasp of what makes a surprising, impactful and complicated story that could be heard on Radiolab
Has a proven ability to develop story arc and narrative
Has solid journalism skills including: interviewing, database research and fact checking
Has experience with linear editing software (ProTools, Logic, et cetera), and an advanced understanding of sound design
Sense of humor and musicality are a plus
It’s important on the Radiolab team for everyone to work hard, be willing to pitch in on whatever is needed to get the job done, have an open mind, demonstrate integrity in their journalism, be wildly curious, and not be afraid to be a little bit weird
Additional Information This is a full‑time non‑exempt, hourly role, eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance through SAG‑AFTRA. This role is based in New York City and is expected to work at our NYC Headquarters two days per week. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between New York Public Radio and SAG‑AFTRA.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion New York Public Radio is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We continuously strive to place our employees at the center of our thinking and elevate inclusive practices to develop and support a more engaged and productive workforce. Our journalism and operations in the service of that journalism benefit from a broad range of perspectives, from all backgrounds, at all levels of the organization. Diversity is essential to honest, authentic, accurate storytelling and reportage; creating an institution in which all voices are encouraged, valued, and heard.
Equal Opportunity New York Public Radio is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving the goal of equal employment opportunity for all. Applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions without regard to mental or physical disability, race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship status, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, employment status or any protected federal, state or local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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