Senior Producer
The Athletic
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Job Description
About Us
Powered by one of the largest global newsrooms in sports media, The Athletic brings sports fans the most comprehensive stories about the teams, sports and athletes they love. The Athletic’s newsroom of 500+ full-time staff delivers in-depth coverage of hundreds of professional and college teams across more than 47 North American markets and all 20 football clubs in the English Premier League, as well as many Championship clubs.
About The Role
We are seeking a creative, detail-oriented Senior Producer/Editor to join Rates & Barrels, The Athletic's flagship baseball podcast. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the production process of our podcast, owning the audio and video post-production process, developing engaging rundowns and segment formats, growing audience and community engagement, and ensuring that each episode is of the highest quality. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience producing video and audio podcasts, have working knowledge of YouTube, Discord, and social platforms, and be passionate about baseball, storytelling and digital media.
Responsibilities
Show Production:
- Collaborate with the hosts on all elements of show creative
- Assist the entire production process from pre-production planning to final delivery
- Manage scheduling, coordination, and logistics to ensure smooth episode execution
Editing & Post-Production:
- Edit episode video and mix 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
- Help to develop innovative segments and series that add value and drive listener engagement
Rundown Creation:
- Collaborate with the R&B 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:
- Identify potential video clips for distribution on YouTube and other social channels
- Provide direction and feedback to external social media editors (when applicable)
- Work closely with the show’s hosts/producers to develop social first content
- Manage community building through Discord, 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
Requirements
- 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
- Demonstrated experience creating content that drives audience engagement and growth
- Passion and enthusiasm for, and intellectual curiosity about, all things baseball
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Compensation and Benefits
The annual base salary range for this role is $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 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 Athletic offers unique perks and benefits to all full-time employees. 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, a 401k retirement savings plan and employer match, and 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.
Key skills/competency
- Podcast Production
- Video Editing
- Audio Mixing
- Social Media Management
- Content Research
- Baseball Knowledge
- Audience Engagement
- Project Management
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- YouTube Management
How to Get Hired at The Athletic
- Research The Athletic's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Customize your resume to highlight podcast production, video editing, and baseball media experience, matching keywords from the Senior Producer job description.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Articulate your passion for sports journalism and how your skills directly benefit Rates & Barrels, demonstrating deep baseball knowledge.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Showcase proficiency in Adobe Audition, Premiere Pro, and social media content creation with a strong portfolio.
- Demonstrate baseball expertise: Be ready to discuss current trends, key players, and your understanding of the sport's media landscape during interviews.
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