Executive Producer, Chicago Local News & Podcast

City Cast; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

City Cast Chicago is seeking a highly creative and entrepreneurial Executive Producer to lead the local brand, directing daily podcast, newsletter, and social operations with a team of four.

You will shape editorial vision, oversee content quality, manage the budget, and build partnerships while representing City Cast in the Chicago community. This full-time role offers strong benefits and opportunities to grow a buzzy local media brand.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in journalism, media production, or digital content with editorial leadership.
• Experience managing and inspiring creative teams.
• Deep familiarity with Chicago, its people, culture, and character.

Responsibilities

• Lead editorial strategy across podcast, newsletter, website, video, and social platforms.
• Hire, onboard, and coach a local team.
• Manage local operations and budget alignment; execute membership events.
• Represent City Cast in local networks, events, and partnerships.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Team management

Local Chicago knowledge

Podcasting experience

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

City Cast Chicago is seeking a highly creative and entrepreneurial Executive Producer to lead the local brand, directing daily podcast, newsletter, and social operations with a team of four.

You will shape editorial vision, oversee content quality, manage the budget, and build partnerships while representing City Cast in the Chicago community. This full-time role offers strong benefits and opportunities to grow a buzzy local media brand.