Podcast Producer

News UK; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading media company as a Producer/Journalist where you'll create compelling podcasts that shape the news agenda. Leverage your skills in audio storytelling and collaborate with top journalists, all while enjoying a diverse and inclusive work environment. We offer flexible working arrangements and a generous benefits package designed to support well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

25 days holiday plus volunteering days

Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full salary

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym memberships

Ongoing training and development access

Well-being benefits including physio and counselling

Qualifications

• Proven track record in audio storytelling and podcast production.
• Strong writing skills and ability to generate creative ideas.
• Confident in fast-paced environments with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop and produce original podcast offerings.
• Collaborate with journalists and other producers.
• Manage production budgets and staffing effectively.

Skills

Audio storytelling

Recording and editing audio

Effective communication

Creative thinking

Collaboration

Tools

Advanced editing software

Filming and video editing

Job description

The Team: Times Podcasts is responsible for designing and producing podcasts that match the breadth, depth, and dynamism of the journalism found in The Times and The Sunday Times. The team is expanding to test new podcast ideas and to help produce a podcast portfolio that covers politics to sport, and we are looking for PRODUCER-JOURNALISTS to make great new podcasts.

Your role: As a Producer/Journalist, reporting to the Editor, Times Podcasts, and when required to the Senior Producers, you will identify, pitch, and develop compelling podcast series, often in partnership with new talent, correspondents, and other producers. You will work closely with some of Britain’s leading journalists, creating audio that sets the news agenda and examines major stories in a new light.

Day to day you will:

1. Produce new original podcast offerings, both daily and/or serialized storytelling.
2. Work on podcast productions creatively within budgets and staffing levels.
3. Adhere to best-in-class digital podcast practices.
4. Be aware of marketing, sales, and communication strategies.
5. Forward plan and generate fresh ideas.
6. Potentially work unsociable hours including weekends.
7. Work independently where necessary.

What we’re looking for from you:

You are a proactive, organized Producer with a strong track record in audio storytelling, ideally with experience in successful podcast or radio programme teams. Video editing skills are also considered an asset.

• Exceptional ability in recording and editing audio, familiar with advanced editing software. (Familiarity with filming and video editing is a plus.)
• Knowledge of the legal framework for journalism in the UK and industry guidelines.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Strong and creative ideas for compelling content.
• Ability to work confidently in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change. Capable of building long-lasting professional relationships.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to work closely with presenters and team members.
• A creative mind with proactive thinking.

We are News Broadcasting: Driving digital innovation, our team creates award-winning national and local radio and podcasts, making them must-listens for millions across the UK, Ireland, and beyond. We bring together the journalistic expertise of The Times and The Sunday Times with world-class broadcast talent, including John Pienaar and Aasmah Mir, redefining speech broadcasting on digital and audio platforms. We also operate market-leading local radio stations across Ireland.

Life at News: At News UK, our people are our heartbeat. We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid models between offices and remote work.

We champion diversity and inclusion through various initiatives, including our Diversity Board, D&I strategies, content diversity efforts, and employee networks.

We offer comprehensive benefits, including a generous pension scheme, holidays, volunteering days, parental leave, training, private medical insurance, gym memberships, wellbeing benefits, and more.

Please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. News UK is committed to an inclusive workplace and supports initiatives for diversity and accessibility.

Please note: If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, you might need a work permit. All applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button. No bank or payment details should be provided during application.

Created on 29/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom