We are looking for a Producer to join the Podcast Unit at MS NOW (formerly MSNBC). This role will serve as one of the key editorial players for the team; pitching and booking guests, collaborating with hosts, scripting, and being hands-in-tape to shape each episode.The exact assignment may change over time as unit needs evolve. But at the outset, we plan for this person to take the reigns on “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast.” WITHpod is MS NOW’s longest-running podcast, covering everything from politics to technology to environmental justice. The right person for this role will be able to reliably execute week-to-week, while also bringing enthusiasm for new projects and new forms of connecting with an audience. We anticipate that the Producer in this role will also work on “Main Justice with Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord.” To succeed in this role, you should be equally excited to dive into the minute details of court documents as you are to think philosophically about the urgency of large-scale problems like housing or climate change.The Producer will report to one of the unit’s Coordinating Producers and is expected to be a utility player, pivoting to tasks across the unit as needed. The right person for this position will have a mastery of audio and video editing, and have an interest in news, law, society, and politics. Adherence to journalistic best practices is a must.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Lead the end-to-end production of podcast episodes, including but not limited to pitching, scripting, recording, editing, and publishingBook studios and crews. When needed, work with TV crews on best audio practices. And distribute mic kits to remote guestsResearch show topics, structure episodes, and pitch and book compelling show guestsAssemble episode prep for hosts. Script episodes in hosts’ voice and work with them to hone the sound of each episodeCollaborate with linear TV teams to support the needs and preferences of high-profile hostsLead recordings, ensuring that tapings are to-time, contain the editorial material necessary for a high-quality episode, and meet our recording standardsTrack scripts, pickups, and promos with hostsEdit audio & video cuts, and pass to engineers & video editor for final mixesOversee sound design and provide mix notes to ensure final mix is of high production qualityWrite episode metadata that is optimized for digital audiencesEnsure all content meets editorial standards, legal guidelines, and brand voicePartner with digital, social, and marketing teams on episode distributionPublish audio & video podcast episodesOccasionally post TV coverage as podcast offeringsMaintain weekly show calendars and plan future-looking projectsProduce bonus content (such as for our Premium or Direct-to-Consumer products)Track performance metrics and stay on top of trends in podcastingAdditional duties as assigned. Subject to change as role is expected to evolve over time as needed
