Senior Producer (Chicago, IL)

About Us

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About the Role

We are seeking a creative, detail-oriented Senior Producer/Editor to join The Athletic Football Show. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting in the production process of our podcast, owning the audio post-production process, developing engaging content, and ensuring that each episode is of the highest quality. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with podcasts, YouTube, and social media, and be passionate about football, storytelling and digital media.

• Show Production:
• Assist the entire production process from pre-production planning to final delivery.
• Manage scheduling, coordination, and logistics to ensure smooth episode execution.

• Studio Production:
• Operate remote cameras for live and recorded in-studio productions.
• Run graphics and perform audio quality control for live and recorded in-studio productions.

• Editing & Post-Production:
• Edit episode audio to produce high-quality content, and publish episodes to our distribution platforms.
• Ensure consistency in style and sound quality across all segments.

• Content Research & Segment Development:
• Conduct thorough research to identify compelling topics and trends relevant to our audience, and key stats for our on-air talent.
• Create and script segments that add value and drive listener engagement.

• Rundown Creation:
• Collaborate with the TAFS team to ensure content is engaging and on-brand.
• Contribute to episode rundowns that outline segment order, timing, and content flow.

• Digital Media & Social Integration:
• Work closely with our social media producer to adapt content for various platforms, including full horizontal episodes and vertical cutdowns.
• Identify potential video and audio clips for distribution on YouTube and other social channels.

• Collaboration & Communication:
• Coordinate with hosts, guests, and team members to gather content and feedback.
• Manage deadlines and provide regular updates on production progress.

• Proven experience in podcast production, video editing, and social media content creation.
• Proficiency with audio and video editing software (e.g., Adobe Audition, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar).
• Strong research skills and the ability to develop creative content segments.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Familiarity with YouTube platform dynamics and social media best practices.A passion for digital storytelling and an eye for detail.
• Experience in creating content that drives audience engagement and growth.
• Passion and enthusiasm for, and intellectual curiosity about, all things football.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in an in-studio environment.

The annual base salary range for this role is $72,000.00 - $82,000.00 USD. The total compensation offered for this position may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and location. It may also include non-cash rewards and benefits. The base salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

The Athletic offers unique perks and benefits to all full-time employees based on their country of residence. Our comprehensive US benefits package includes:

- Highly competitive, employer-contributed medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance plans.

- Savings accounts for medical, wellness, and childcare expenses.

- 401k retirement savings plan and employer match.

- Paid time off including paid sick leave, 12 paid holidays, 15 days of accrued vacation to start, and up to 20 weeks of Paid Parental Leave.

For international candidates: Our global benefits packages offer similar benefits and perks, competitive to the local market.

The Athletic Media Company is an equal opportunity employer and enthusiastically encourages people from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. The Athletic will consider all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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