Job Description

NOTE: This is not an entry-level position. Please pay close attention to the qualifications listed below before applying.

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for the right combination of tenacity, passion for excellence, editorial judgment, editing skills, and high emotional intelligence. The Associate Producer will have a love for great audio storytelling and possess a hunger for doing projects that stand out in the podcast landscape. You will have both the ability to understand the vision for the projects we produce and bring fresh thinking to guide their development and creation. 

ABOUT US

Magnificent Noise is a premier podcast production company based in New York City. We create distinctive podcasts and audio content that expand the boundaries of what others think is possible. We are a boutique production house and consulting company, built intentionally on an intimate scale.  In all of our work we form creative alliances, collaborating as trusted partners to make very singular projects. We produce projects that people talk about. Our projects help listeners see the world in a different way. Our work sparks conversations we all need to be having. 

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The Associate Producer is a critical role on a small team at Magnificent Noise to produce a new weekly self-development and business program.  

This role will start as a full-time temporary role, forecasted to last six months at 32-40 hours per week, though this position may become permanent full time. This position is benefits eligible.

Top candidates for this role will demonstrate curiosity, a strong work ethic, strong journalistic and storytelling instincts, and exercise creativity in their production technique.  The role requires a creative and inclusive approach to storytelling.  The ideal candidate is a talented writer/storyteller who has a proven track record for producing high-quality content, innovation, problem-solving and is experienced working in a deadline-oriented environment. The Associate Producer reliability creates original and enterprising work in every episode and project they produce.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in editorial planning of podcast episodes, including outlining program elements, and selection of contributors and guests.
• Works as part of a team to produce and edit audio tape, stories, and segments.
• Collaborates with other producers and editors at Magnificent Noise and our partners to ensure the depth and breadth of Magnificent Noise’s production and storytelling aesthetics and standards. 
• Ability to “think deep” and produce work that goes beyond conventional expectations.
• Book contributors, guests, and interviews, as well as handle recording logistics and remote studio and location management.
• Record interviews remotely, in studio, and at on-location recordings. Operate recording equipment, know and practice proper mic placement, and have an exceptional ear for “good tape.”
• Edit audio segments and do basic digital audio lay-up.
• Coordinates aspects of production, post-production, and program distribution.
• Other duties as assigned.

LOCATION

A successful candidate for this position is someone in the greater New York area working a hybrid combination of at home, in our Manhattan office, and on-site at with our production partner.

Requirements

Please do not waste BOTH of our time by applying for this job unless you satisfy EVERY requirement below.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• At least 3+ years of podcast-specific experience in spoken-word audio production.

• Deep interest and knowledge in a wide range of subject areas.

• Knowledge of podcasting and digital audio industry.

• Must have a strong understanding of how to operate audio hardware, software, and facilities.

• Demonstrated writing ability.

• Demonstrated digital editing expertise using Descript audio editing software.

• Ability to work quickly and efficiently under deadline pressure. 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Thrives in a team-focused environment.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Benefits

EXPECTED SALARY RANGE

The salary band for an Associate Producer at Magnificent Noise is $65,000 to $85,000, paid on an hourly basis.

Full time employees are elegible for benefits that include health care and 401k matching.

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