Podcast Studio Producer

Los Angeles Times; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The L.A. Times Studios, LLC is seeking an Associate Producer to support the production team across studio, field, digital, audio, and video projects.

The role provides day-to-day production support, including logistics, asset gathering, documentation, and on-set or recording support. You will collaborate with hosts, producers, directors, and other team members to keep projects on track from pre-production through post-production.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in a production environment, preferably media/entertainment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage fast-paced production workflows and deadlines.
• Familiarity with studio and field production setups including pre-/post-production.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the production team during all phases of production to ensure seamless project execution.
• Assist in gathering and organizing assets such as video footage, photographs, and audio.
• Provide on-set support by managing equipment and coordinating with crew to maintain efficiency.
• Conduct in-depth research to support script development and generate story ideas.
• Identify and source archival materials to enhance projects.
• Prepare and present materials and background information to support creative decisions.
• Maintain a detailed inventory and tracking system for project assets and reporting.
• Assist in organizing production documents—release forms, permits, agreements.
• Develop and maintain structured filing for future retrieval.
• Serve as liaison between crew and production management during filming/recording.
• Organize, label, and ingest daily shoot footage with the editing team.
• Provide hands-on support to address technical/logistical needs; ensure smooth workflows.
• Monitor inventory of equipment and supplies, addressing shortages or repairs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Production coordination

Teleprompter operation

Cross-functional communication

Research and scripting support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Film/Broadcasting

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

Audio equipment

Job description

The L.A. Times Studios, LLC is seeking an Associate Producer to support the production team across studio, field, digital, audio, and video projects.

The role provides day-to-day production support, including logistics, asset gathering, documentation, and on-set or recording support. You will collaborate with hosts, producers, directors, and other team members to keep projects on track from pre-production through post-production.