Director of Podcast Production
An award-winning, multi-platform media organization is hiring a Director of Podcast Production to lead the entire podcast department. The organization is known for its bold, critically acclaimed audio storytelling and has built deep credibility through coverage that centers communities often underrepresented in mainstream media. This is a senior leadership role responsible for the quality, accuracy, and direction of podcast content across all initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the podcast department, directly supervising Senior Producers and overseeing all active podcast projects
- Assess project intake for feasibility, scope, and alignment with organizational priorities
- Formalize and refine scalable systems for structured intake, workflow clarity, and production efficiency
- Partner with executive leadership to align podcast strategy with broader organizational goals
- Review scripts and key editorial materials for factual accuracy, narrative clarity, and adherence to editorial standards
- Ensure all projects are delivered on time and within approved scope
- Guide scheduling, resource allocation, and budgeting in partnership with operations and Senior Producers
- Delegate responsibilities and provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance evaluation
- Manage relationships with external partners, platforms, and collaborators
- Collaborate with internal departments for effective cross-functional coordination
Qualifications
- 7-10+ years of experience in podcasting, audio production, or related media
- At least 3 years of direct team leadership managing experienced producers or cross-functional creative teams
- Strong editorial judgment with substantial experience reviewing scripts and content
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects, delivering on time, on budget, and to high editorial standards
- Experience managing budgets, workflows, and departmental resources
- Strategic thinker who can align departmental objectives with broader organizational goals