Lead Audio Production Manager, Hybrid LA

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California’s Classical California seeks a Production Manager in Los Angeles to lead hands-on audio production and coordinate cross-team projects across broadcast and digital platforms.

The role requires expert editing, recording and project management with the ability to juggle multiple priorities, collaborate with hosts, producers and engineers, and adapt to evolving digital formats. Hybrid on-site work with occasional travel is expected.

Qualifications

• : Bachelor's degree or combined experience and education as a substitute for the minimum education requirement.
• : Five years of directly related professional and supervisory experience in audio content production, broadcasting, program production, journalism, communications or another relevant area.
• : Advanced digital audio editing and production skills using Adobe Audition or a comparable professional platform.
• : Demonstrated leadership, creativity and team focus, with the ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• : Exceptional organization and project-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining close attention to detail.
• : Affinity for and working knowledge of classical music.
• : Keen interest in emerging digital technologies and evolving audio platforms.
• : Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce and edit high-quality audio content for broadcast and digital platforms while maintaining consistent editorial, technical and brand standards.
• Research, write and edit scripts, shaping the style, pace, format and overall sound of assigned productions.
• Direct and record hosts, voice talent and other contributors, including providing voice work when needed.
• Serve as the recording engineer for interviews, studio sessions and other productions.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges quickly and calmly.
• Select, edit and mix classical music and other audio elements, and coordinate production resources, archives, music logs and related records.
• Manage production workflows, schedules and resources from concept through final delivery, ensuring multiple projects remain organized and meet firm deadlines.
• Coordinate and supervise contributors to assigned programs and content initiatives, providing clear direction, coaching and feedback.
• Collaborate with programming, marketing, engineering, on-air staff and other partners to develop concepts, maintain brand alignment and ensure appropriate content clearances.
• Support production budgets and regulatory reporting as assigned.
• Coordinate audio, social media and digital plans for multiplatform initiatives, including fundraising campaigns.
• Collaborate with editorial, membership and community engagement partners to support strong audience connections.

Skills

Audio editing

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Classical music affinity

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Audition

Job description

University of Southern California’s Classical California seeks a Production Manager in Los Angeles to lead hands-on audio production and coordinate cross-team projects across broadcast and digital platforms.

The role requires expert editing, recording and project management with the ability to juggle multiple priorities, collaborate with hosts, producers and engineers, and adapt to evolving digital formats. Hybrid on-site work with occasional travel is expected.