STAT Freelance Podcast Producer, The Readout LOUD

Freelance Podcast Producer, The Readout LOUD
We are currently looking for a freelance audio producer to work on

The Readout LOUD , our weekly biotech podcast.

This is a part-time contract role of approximately 20 hours per week. The producer may work remotely or from our Boston office.

The producer will work closely with the show’s hosts to plan weekly episodes, record episodes remotely, edit audio, and prepare the show’s weekly newsletter. They will also help shape the creative direction of the podcast, coordinate with STAT reporters to feature their stories, book guests, and occasionally gather audio or record interviews.

Responsibilities

Planning weekly episodes with the hosts

Recording episodes remotely

Editing audio in Adobe Audition

Preparing and sending the weekly podcast newsletter

Helping guide the creative direction of the show

Working with STAT reporters to bring their reporting into podcast episodes

Booking guests

Occasionally gathering audio and/or recording interviews

Qualifications

Experience producing editorial podcasts, radio, or other audio journalism projects

Strong audio editing skills, including experience with Adobe Audition

Sound editorial judgment and comfort working with reporters and hosts

Ability to manage a weekly production schedule

Basic video editing skills are a plus

Interest or experience in biotech, health care, or science journalism is a plus

The STAT office is located in downtown Boston, nearby Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, and is easily accessible by MBTA and commuter rail lines. We have colleagues in the organization that come into the office on a regular basis and colleagues that are based in various cities throughout the US. For this role, we will consider candidates who are based anywhere in the United States.

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