Head of Audio & Podcasts — Executive Producer

Condé Nast Germany; New York (NY); On-site; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

WIRED is seeking an Executive Producer, Audio in New York to lead and grow our flagship podcast Uncanny Valley. You will guide format, guest bookings, and editorial direction, shaping high-profile conversations for a global audience.

The role requires 7+ years in audio, leadership, and a deep network of talent; you will work with editorial leaders to expand WIRED's podcast network across video and social, maintaining the brand's tone and standards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in audio, experience in talk formats and with the best practices of audio journalism.
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role.
• Excellent listening skills, curiosity and empathy.
• Superior writing and communication skills.
• Demonstrated record of close work with high-level talent and skilled production staff.
• Ability to articulate what makes stories and podcasts great.
• Strategic perspective and planning ability.
• Proficiency with ProTools, Riverside, Megaphone, Descript and similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing both shows, and actively producing at least one.
• Close financial oversight of show budgets and direct management of any contract producers and staff.
• Collaborate with CN's Commercial and Consumer teams.
• Provide editorial direction and feedback to talent and staff on a regular basis.
• Identify and recruit ideas, potential guests, and contributors.
• Design and implement production processes to improve quality and efficiency.
• Produce engaging, high-quality episodes that meet WIRED's standards.
• Work with the audience team to ensure assets are platform-ready (episodes, titles, clips, thumbnails).
• Direct recordings on set, approve camera framing, and coordinate with the logistics team.
• Edit and oversee video and audio work hands-on when needed (Descript).
• Ensure distribution across YouTube and social with consistent branding.
• Maintain a fun, collaborative team environment.

Skills

Audio journalism

Leadership

Executive storytelling

Editing

Interpersonal skills

Strategic planning

Podcast production

Tools

ProTools

Descript

Riverside

Megaphone

Job description

WIRED is seeking an Executive Producer, Audio in New York to lead and grow our flagship podcast Uncanny Valley. You will guide format, guest bookings, and editorial direction, shaping high-profile conversations for a global audience.

The role requires 7+ years in audio, leadership, and a deep network of talent; you will work with editorial leaders to expand WIRED's podcast network across video and social, maintaining the brand's tone and standards.