Producer, Video Podcasts (Short Term)

The Atlantic

is seeking a short‑term producer to join the team making a new weekly podcast hosted by David Brooks. The ideal candidate will have a curiosity and familiarity with the world of the humanities, history and intellectual life. The producer will be responsible for supporting host research and working with the senior producer to manage bookings, and work on show prep and recording logistics. This person will report to the senior editor of the show and will work closely with the show’s host, senior producer, and engineer. This is a full‑time position for up to one year.

Responsibilities

Working with the host and editor to maintain editorial excellence

Work with the senior producer on end‑to‑end production of the show, from pre‑ to post‑production, including:

Booking guests

Researching guests and topics

Cutting episodes

Work with teams across The Atlantic, including legal, art, audience, copy desk, story editors, and fact‑checkers to ensure the highest‑quality production standards

Work with senior producer booking recording sessions, ensuring proper setup of lighting, audio, and camera equipment to ensure a smooth recording experience for the host and guests

Edit and enhance video content, adding graphics, transitions, and other elements to create a polished final product

Ensure consistency in visual and audio quality across all episodes

Collaborate with audience team to create promotional video clips for social media

Handle all audio uploading to video and audio platforms

The role will at times require night, early‑morning, and weekend work.

Qualifications

Proven experience in video production and editing (preferably in podcasting and journalism)

Proficiency in taping and editing software, such as Riverside, Adobe Premiere Pro, or Final Cut Pro

Strong understanding of lighting, audio, and camera operation for high‑quality video production

Experience with remote recording workflows

Outstanding editorial judgment, and strong communication and collaboration skills

Demonstrated track record of producing high‑quality work on ambitious deadlines and experience finding creative solutions to editorial problems

Familiarity with YouTube and podcast distribution platforms

Motion graphics and animation experience preferred

Salary minimum:

$85,000;

Salary maximum:

$100,000

Location:

The role is based in Washington D.C.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Atlantic Monthly Group LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Atlantic is committed to diversity and encourages members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women, LGBTQ people, people of color, and people with disabilities. We do not discriminate against our applicants because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Job offers to work at The Atlantic are contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of reference checks and compliance with The Atlantic’s COVID‑19 vaccination policy. The Atlantic requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID‑19, including subsequent boosters, and submit proof of vaccination status. Employees who cannot receive the vaccine because of a disability/medical contraindication or sincerely‑held religious belief may request an accommodation (e.g., an exemption) to this requirement.

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