About The Athletic
The Athletic is powered by one of the largest global newsrooms in sports media, delivering in-depth coverage of hundreds of professional and college teams across more than 47 North American markets and international football leagues.
About the Role
We are seeking a creative, experienced, and detail-oriented Executive Producer/Video Editor to join Rates & Barrels, The Athletic’s flagship baseball show. In this role, you will lead the show’s production process, own the audio and video post-production workflow, develop engaging content segments, and ensure each episode meets our highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Record episodes using Riverside or Streamyard for livestream specials
- Collaborate with hosts on all elements of show creative from full episodes to social content
- Manage the entire production process from planning and rundown creation to final episode delivery
- Edit episode video and mix audio to produce high-quality content for distribution
- Publish episodes to platforms and utilize tools to amplify reach on YouTube and social media
- Conduct research to identify compelling topics and trends relevant to the audience
- Develop segment concepts and manage community engagement
- Maintain consistency in style and sound quality across all segments
Requirements
- Hands-on experience producing video and audio podcasts
- Extensive lead video editing experience
- Working knowledge of YouTube, Discord, and social platforms
- Passion for baseball, storytelling, and digital media
- Proficiency in audio and video editing software