Audio Producer

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE
Mansueto Ventures, the publisher of Inc. and Fast Company, is looking for an audio producer that will be responsible for producing podcast episodes and segments for Inc and Fast Company, including interview shows, narrative style series, and YouTube. This includes pitching segments, interview prep, booking guests, recording remotely and in-person, scripting, editing transcripts, writing copy, and publishing episodes. The audio producer will ensure advertising requirements are met, by recording promos and inserting ads into episodes. 

The ideal candidate for this role is a journalist first and willing to pick up technical skills along the way. Reporting experience for a business publication is ideal. Someone who stays up to date on the latest news, is comfortable cold calling sources, comms reps, and analysts, and willing to dive into earnings reports will fit right in.
 
This position is covered under the Writers Guild of America East Collective Bargaining Agreement.
 
Salary range: $76,000- $82,000. Compensation may vary based on relevant experience, skills, industry, and education.
 
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Work alongside Executive Producers and newsroom editors to develop multimedia reporting.
• Effectively communicate changing deadlines, delays, and editing status.
• Coordinate shared projects, such as video promos for podcasts.
• Develop creative strategies for series or stories with multimedia potential.
• Provide support to colleagues when their work intersects with audio.
• Review and critique internally produced shows and stories.
• Maintain a creative and collaborative work environment.

Job Requirements

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• At least 3 years of experience working in print, audio, and/or video news media.
• A background in business journalism is preferred.
• Experience with shooting or editing video is a plus but not required.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Ability to edit rough cuts and implement script notes quickly and thoughtfully.
• Strong research and communication skills for inviting and interviewing guests.
• Ability to integrate multiple rounds of notes and deliver careful edits on tight deadlines.
• Experience directing voice tracking sessions, either in person or remotely.
• Ability to arrange interviews and oversee recording sessions, often via remote connections.
• Proven ability to develop efficient workflows that improve production quality.
• Willingness to contribute to audience development strategy.

 
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
 
ABOUT US
Mansueto Ventures’ mission is to empower and inspire innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders through compelling journalism, diverse conversations, and creative initiatives that celebrate excellence in business.
 
Our company’s greatest asset is our employees. Our workplace strives for excellence, respect, integrity, inclusion, and transparency in all we do. We value feedback from all corners of the organization, and we collaborate with colleagues to craft company policies and benefits.
 
At Mansueto Ventures, we prioritize diversity. We celebrate difference and try to embed it into every aspect of our workplace. We are committed to providing equal opportunity employment to all individuals regardless of race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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