Podcast CoHost

Gradient Financial Group; Arden Hills (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks PTO

9 paid holidays

Health benefits

Job summary

Gradient Financial Group in Arden Hills, MN, is seeking a proactive media production coordinator to manage podcast recordings, video productions, and content from planning to launch. You will partner with Financial Services Professionals, coordinating schedules, budgets, and deliverables.

The role involves onboarding new professionals, handling project setup, and collaborating with internal teams and third-party vendors. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or Marketing preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in media relations, marketing, branding, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate podcasts, video productions, and related content from planning to launch.
• Manage scheduling, timelines, budgets, and deliverables for media programs.
• Serve as primary contact for Financial Services Professionals via calls, emails, and in person.
• Onboard and guide new professionals through program setup.
• Coordinate with internal teams and vendors; handle billing and documentation.
• Edit and produce high-quality audio for podcasts and radio broadcasts.
• Assist with research, negotiations, and scheduling of airtime.

Skills

Media production

Project management

Audio/video production

Adobe Audition

Communication skills

Team collaboration

On-site coordination

Content development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Audition

Job description

Do you love the energy of media production and the satisfaction of seeing a project come together from concept to launch? Join our team where you'll partner with Financial Services Professionals to coordinate podcast recordings, video productions, and content that informs, engages, and inspires.

Gradient Financial Group is a financial services organization with twelve specialized entities, including Luson Media which is a full-service branding, marketing, and public relations agency built for brands that want to stand out and scale. We help clients bring their ideas to life through thoughtful strategy, strong creative, and marketing that performs.

What You’ll Do

• Manage assigned media programs from planning through execution.
• Coordinate media projects for Financial Services Professionals, including scheduling, timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Financial Services Professionals, responding to calls, emails, and in-person inquiries.
• Guide new Financial Services Professionals through onboarding and program setup.
• Manage engagement packages, project documentation, billing, and all required project setup.
• Prepare project estimates, manage billing, and coordinate with internal teams and third‑party vendors.
• Review project requests for accuracy and completeness before assigning work.
• Track project progress, maintain job files, manage revisions, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Coordinate recording schedules, guest availability, meetings, green room filming, onsite events, and all required production logistics.
• Co‑host financial radio shows and podcasts alongside Financial Services Professionals.
• Record voice‑overs for promotional content, advertisements, and program materials.
• Conduct manuscript interviews and oversee the development, production, editing, and distribution of podcast, radio, video, and written content.
• Edit and produce high‑quality audio content for podcasts and radio broadcasts.
• Partner with audio engineer to provide technical support for audio recording equipment, recording sessions, and computer setup.
• Research media markets and negotiate television and radio airtime, including value‑added advertising opportunities.
• Maintain project logs, media archives, manuscript archives, and other program documentation.
• Prepare recurring and ad‑hoc reports, monthly billing submissions, and bi‑weekly program status updates.
• Promote programs to Financial Services Professionals to drive participation, engagement, and retention.
• Recruit new Financial Services Professionals through presentations, demonstrations, and industry events.
• Educate and train internal employees on program offerings and benefits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field preferred.
• Personable with exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to quickly learn new software and technology.
• 2+ years of experience in media relations, marketing, branding, project management, or a related field.
• Knowledge of professional audio/video production, staging, and broadcast processes.
• Familiarity with Adobe Audition and audio software.
• Understanding of project management principles and workflows.
• Working knowledge of the financial services industry.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Experience managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and business software applications.
• Ability to write, edit, and develop professional content and communications.
• Experience conducting interviews and creating content from source material.
• Ability to develop and support broadcast programming and multimedia content.
• Ability to collaborate across teams, manage priorities, and exercise sound judgment.

Our Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• 4 weeks of accrued PTO, plus 9 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k)
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time off (VTO)
• Ability to work in‑office four days per week with one remote workday
• Ongoing professional development and training
• A collaborative team that values expertise, initiative, and growth

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Gradient, we set high expectations, but we back them with support, collaboration, and opportunities to grow. If you’re positive, driven, and enjoy working alongside motivated teammates, you’ll feel right at home. Check out more amazing opportunities here: https://www.careers.gradientfinancialgroup.com/