Associate Producer (Podcasts, CBS Sports) Job at Paramount in Fort Lauderdale
Paramount, Fort Lauderdale, FL, US
**\#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content you in?** Weve got the brands, weve got the stars, and weve got thepowerto achieve our mission to entertain the planet now all were missing isYOU!Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team that values authenticity and embraces inclusion for all. We are searching for individuals who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter both for our audiences and our employees. You fuel our culture of purpose, passion, and collaboration. Were in this together. **Overview** We are seeking a highly organized and creatively driven Associate Producer to support a portfolio of sports podcast programming distributed across audio platforms, YouTube, Paramount+, and social. This role is embedded across the full podcast lifecycle, from episode planning and recording support to post-production with an emphasis on social media, publishing, clipping, and audience growth. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced recording environments, has strong editorial instincts, has a passion for sports (especially football) and understands how to translate podcast moments into compelling, high-performing digital content that resonates on social. A passion for podcast storytelling, audience engagement, and cross-platform distribution is essential. **Your Day to Day** Podcast Pre-Production
- Pitch story ideas and editorial beats for daily and weekly podcast episodes
- Help shape episode structure, segment flow, and pacing with producers and hosts
- Build and organize show assets (graphics, images, B-roll, archival elements)
- Prepare engagement elements such as YouTube polls, prompts, and pinned comments
- Coordinate show needs across producers, hosts, and social teams
- Assist with show notes, episode descriptions, and discussion outlines
- Capture real-time timecodes and notes to support clipping and post-production
- Support and moderate YouTube Live chat during live or premiere recordings
- Run and monitor audience engagement tools during shows
- Pull visual assets in real time for video podcast recordings
- Support producers with pacing notes, editorial awareness, and live feedback
- Identify and flag clip-worthy moments as episodes are recorded
- Publish and manage podcast episodes across audio feeds, YouTube, and Paramount+ Write episode titles, descriptions, and pinned comments to drive engagement
- Flag key moments and segments for social and editorial teams
- Create social graphics and cut podcast clips for X/Twitter and other platforms
- Own posting and distribution of select clips and VODs
- Deliver clean post-show notes and summaries
- Produce platform-specific clips optimized for performance and discoverability
- Manage the YouTube Community (Posts) tab
- Collaborate on podcast growth strategy, testing formats and packaging
- Track episode and clip performance to inform future decisions
- Maintain organized systems for episodes, clips, and assets
- Help evolve the visual identity and voice of podcasts across platforms
- Support additional podcasts as a producer or associate producer as needed
- Serve as backup producer for select live and VOD programming
- Assist with sponsorship reads, integrations, and tracking
- Provide coverage during breaking news or rapid-response episodes
- Support hosts and producers during high-volume recording periods
- Experience producing audio and video programming
- Passion for sports & strong knowledge of football
- 25 years of professional experience working in media or production environments
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn insights into actionable decisions
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience working closely with on-air talent and production teams
- Proven ability to collaborate with and help guide the editorial direction of multiple shows
- Experience managing tight production schedules and translating ideas into execution
- Demonstrated ability to keep communication clear and consistent across teams
- A sharp editorial eye and a talent for delivering thoughtful, constructive feedback on both content and performance
- Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here:
- Generous paid time off.
- An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramounts most dynamic teams.
- Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
- Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.