Position: Executive Producer
Location: Los Angeles Preferred
Reports To: VP of Operations
Salary: $70,000 – $80,000/year depending on experience
Job Type: Full-Time
About Pionaire:
Pionaire is a dynamic and growing Podcast Network committed to delivering engaging content. through our shows. We believe in the power of storytelling and are looking for a motivated Executive Assistant to join our team. If you love podcasts, are a creative problem solver, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!
Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic Executive Podcast Producer with 3+ years of experience in podcast production. In this role, you will be responsible for the creative direction and production of multiple podcasts across a variety of genres.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Producing
Serve as the primary Pionaire representative for the shows they Executive Produce on all matters; internally and externally.
Develop strong and positive relationships with hosts and advocate for their needs.
Work with talent to co-create a strong creative vision for the show including tone, creative direction, and brand voice.
Consistently pitch fresh content ideas for every episode of every show.
Establish successful workflow, deadlines and production schedule with talent and production staff.
Oversee all aspects of episode planning and co-create engaging segments to maintain audience engagement.
Ensure episodes meet editorial standards, legal/ethical guidelines, and brand voice.
Sign off on final edits, mixes, and episode assets before talent final approval.
Work with department heads on marketing and production budget and spending.
Collaborate on marketing strategy including launch plans, branding, promotional campaigns, cross-promotions, and audience development to help the show stand out from its competition in the marketplace.
Have a deep understanding of show analytics to set growth, programming and marketing goals.
Identify social trends and proactively co-create promo content that will stand out on social media.
Communicate and direct editors on all notes from initial edit to final cut of all content.
Sign off on final edits of all video, audio and social content.
Mentor associate producers and provide help to other staff members when needed.
Ideate on content and co-present material for Production Workshops.
Present status updates and check in on outstanding items in staff meetings.
Stay up to date on industry trends and bring fresh ideas to the team.
Producing
Direct talent to ensure best performance.
Name episodes and write SEO-optimized descriptions.
Coordinate with talent and guests for recording sessions, including scheduling, pre-interviews, and technical troubleshooting. Send pre-recording best practices to guests and deliver social media promos to Pionaire talent and guests for promotion.
Develop episode outlines, segment breakdowns, and content flow documents.
Set up and manage remote and/or on-site recording sessions, ensuring optimal audio and video quality.
Take notes during recording and discuss notes after.
Assist with Premium content creation and management as needed.
Assist with live tour as needed.
Maintain archive of top segments and moments for future use.
Plan ahead with talent for vacations/travel.
Editing
Basic familiarity with video and audio editing in Adobe Premiere.
Basic familiarity with Canva or Adobe Photoshop.
Additional Duties
Collaborate with management on special projects as needed.
Participate in Producer Workshops and staff meetings.
Keep up to date with industry trends.
Look for opportunities to incorporate new technologies into Pionaire offerings.
All other duties assigned by management.
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in podcast production.
Familiarity with podcast distribution platforms (e.g., ACast, or similar) and social media content creation.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Passion for podcasts and storytelling, with a keen interest in staying current with industry trends.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a positive attitude and a collaborative mindset.
How to Apply:
Please submit your résumé, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and any examples of podcast episodes you have produced or edited (audio and/or video) to hiring@pionairepodcasting.com with “Executive Producer” somewhere in your email subject line. Tell us why you’re passionate about podcasting and what makes you the perfect fit for our team!
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Pionaire is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
This position is open to U.S.-based candidates only. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
