Social Producer - Podcasts (News)

Global Company; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Social Producer to create engaging content for podcasts. This exciting role involves collaborating with audio and video teams to develop social media strategies that captivate audiences and enhance engagement. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, utilizing your creativity and analytical skills to produce compelling content across various platforms. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a significant impact in the podcasting world, where your contributions will be valued and celebrated. If you love podcasts and have a knack for social media, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Passion for podcasts and knowledge of news and current events.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and trends.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging visual content for podcasts to drive audience discovery.
• Work with teams to produce visual content for social media platforms.

Skills

Content Creation

Social Media Management

Copywriting

Analytical Skills

Community Management

Attention to Detail

Flexibility

Tools

Photoshop

Premiere Pro

Canva

Job description

Social Producer - Podcasts (News)

Social Producer - Podcasts (News)

Apply locations Leicester Square - London time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: March 28, 2025 (20 days left to apply) job requisition id R0008302

Accepting applications until:

28 March 2025

Job Description

At Global, we think big, work hard, and never stand still. We’re the proud home of the best media and entertainment, driven by our talented and passionate people.

Our mission? To make everyone’s day brighter— our Globallers, our audiences, our partners, and our communities. Whether we’re in the studio, building world-class technology, or securing record Outdoor advertising partnerships, we make sure we’re doing it as a team.

Your new role

Are you a content creator with a love of podcasts, a passion for news and a flair for making engaging social media content? If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, where your organisational skills will be as valued as your creative thinking, this role is for you.

As Social Producer

You will work closely with audio producers and the podcast video team to create content that drives engagement, builds audience, and amplifies the impact of Global’s slate of original podcasts.

Generating fresh and exciting ideas for assets and short form video, you will develop and execute social media strategies for podcasts across both the factual and entertainment & comedy divisions. This role requires a blend of creativity, analytical skills, and a strong understanding of current social media trends.

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation and Planning (60%): Create a schedule of engaging visual content for Global’s original podcasts to help audiences discover our podcasts.

Shoots (20%): Together with the podcast video team, work with presenters, producers and video editors to create visual content for our social media platforms.

Analysis (20%): Use analytics to provide feedback to relevant teams and improve output of content.

What You’ll Love About This Role

Think Big: Work with one of UK’s biggest media companies and a podcast team that reaches 50 million listeners each month.

Own It: Develop winning content ideas that drive engagement, channel growth and podcast loyalty.

Keep it Simple: Join a team with a deep understanding and passion for digital content and building audience.

Better Together: Collaborate with a dynamic and thriving team creating real impact in the podcast industry.

What Success Looks Like

In your first few months, you’ll have:

1. Built strong relationships with podcast team, video team, and wider Global Player teams.
2. Planned, created and scheduled engaging social posts for our podcasts, optimising content for various channels and developing a knack for what makes a post fly.
3. Taken ownership over several podcast social channels, acting as the content manager for these channels.
4. Embraced our workflows, ensuring smooth, efficient delivery of content.
5. Thrived in a supportive, passionate team.

What You’ll Need

1. A passion for podcasts and the podcasting community.
2. Knowledge of and an interest in news and current events.
3. Proficiency in content creation tools such as Photoshop, Premiere Pro and Canva.
4. Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends, and best practices. Priority platforms are Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
5. Experience in community management and audience engagement.
6. Excellent copywriting skills.
7. Attention to detail: A meticulousness in ensuring every piece of content is of the highest standard.
8. Flexibility & positivity: A can-do attitude to managing a busy schedule of social content and delivering top results to share with the team.

Creating a place we all belong at Global

We are dedicated to creating a place where different voices are represented, amplified and celebrated. We know that we can’t serve our diverse audiences without first celebrating it in our people, which is why we’re passionate about creating an inclusive culture where every Globaller can belong. So, no matter who you are or where you are from, you can find your place at Global.

As a business, we believe in the importance of a healthy work-life balance and the value of a flexible and agile workforce. Therefore, we operate a Smart Working approach. If you need us to make any reasonable adjustments during your recruitment process, drop us an email at [e-mail], we’ll be happy to help.

About Us

Global is home to some of the UK's best-loved radio stations such as Heart, Capital and Classic FM, to name a few, we keep 25.2 million listeners tuned in and entertained each week.

And that's just for starters; we’re one of the leading Outdoor advertising companies in the UK, having recently acquired Primesight and Outdoor Plus. With over 35,000 sites covering 95% of the UK population, Global Outdoor packs a punch!

In 2018 we launched our awards ceremony, The Global Awards, to celebrate the biggest stars of music, news and entertainment.

To enable us to deliver the absolute best product to our audiences, we need the absolute best people across a range of disciplines. From Technology and Programming to Marketing and Commercial. From Digital to Finance to Legal and beyond, it’s the diverse mix of skills and people that make Global what it is. For us, it’s not just about talent, it’s about the right attitude and a personality to match.

Simply put, we're passionate about radio, music, media & entertainment - welcome to our world.