Podcast Producer - Big Take - DC - Contract

Bloomberg; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Bloomberg Media is seeking an experienced and energetic contract producer to join its podcast team and help shape its flagship daily podcast, The Big Take. Based in Washington, DC, you will work with a global editorial and production team to script episodes, edit audio, book guests, and handle technical production for international coverage.

The role demands at least 5+ years in journalism, sharp editorial judgment, the ability to identify strong tape and episode arcs, and a collaborative

Qualifications

• 5+ years of journalism experience.
• Experience producing and mixing in Adobe Audition.
• Ability to write podcast episodes and identify strong tape and arcs.
• Willingness to work across time zones and outside standard hours to collaborate with an international team.
• Must be collaborative in a fast-paced newsroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Episode scripting.
• Audio editing and mixing.
• Guest booking.
• Technical production (including in-person recordings and tape syncs).

Skills

Editorial judgment

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Audio production

Guest booking

Tools

Adobe Audition

Job description

Bloomberg Media is seeking an experienced and energetic contract producer to join its podcast team and help shape its flagship daily podcast, The Big Take. Published six days a week, the show focuses on international business and financial news. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced news environment, possesses exceptional editorial judgement and has a proven track-record in audio production. The role will work under the guidance of the Executive Producer, in collaboration with a global editorial and production podcast team as well as reporters and editors across Bloomberg's international newsroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Episode Scripting
• Audio Editing and Mixing
• Guest Booking
• Technical Production (including in-person recordings and tape syncs)

Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years of journalism experience
• Experience with producing and mixing in Adobe Audition required
• Demonstrated ability to write podcast episodes, identify strong tape and episode arcs
• Must desire to work collaboratively with others and on a team
• Exceptional news judgment and a sharp editorial ear
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Prior audio experience in a newsroom or a similar environment is essential
• Willingness to work across time zones and occasionally outside of standard working hours to accommodate an international team
• Financial or business news experience and video production skills a plus

Salary Range = 50- 70 USDHourly
The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.
We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.

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