Supervising Producer - Branded Podcasts

iHeartMedia

                                                                             

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The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it!  iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month -- a monthly audience that’s twice the size of any other audio company – almost three times the size of the largest TV network – and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming service.  In fact, we have:

• More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined;

• We’re the largest podcast publisher, with more monthly downloads than the second- and third-largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix;

• iHeart is the home of many of the country’s most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers, who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America;

• We create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour;

• iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America;

• Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and

• We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio, from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting, which bring data, targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale.  As a result, we’re able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach, usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option. 

Because we reach almost every community in America, we’re committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve – and our company reflects that same kind of diversity.  Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone.

Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia!

If you’re excited about this role but don’t feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.  At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!

                                                                             

What We Need:

Ruby -- iHeartMedia’s Branded Content Studio -- is looking for a collaborative, detail-oriented Supervising Producer with a background in branded content, marketing, and audio production to oversee the creative direction, scheduling, logistics and recording of audio content that prominently feature brand integrations, as well as some of the assets for marketing these shows.

                                                                             

What You'll Do:

You will produce and market original branded content developed by the Ruby team, as well as branded episodes and segments for established iHeartPodcast titles. In doing so, you will work closely with our sales, reporting, and marketing teams, acting as a primary point of contact for our key clients by communicating effectively between agencies, brand clients, production teams, and talent.

PRE-PRODUCTION

• Conduct research and prepare interview questions, outlines, scripts, and other creative deliverables as required by the production

• Create and manage production timeline

• Create & distribute production one-sheet

• Submit and track title clearance requests

• Talent curation & guest booking

• Create digital project ecosystem (Dropbox, GDrive, Descript, Riverside, Omny, etc)

• Facilitate tech questionnaires and coordinate tech checks

• Ship/Track mic kits

PRODUCTION

• Liaise with internal production stakeholders on recording logistics and timelines

• Schedule, facilitate, and/or engineer recording sessions

• Set up Riverside recording links for remote sessions

• Book and coordinate studios/engineers for in-person sessions

• Attend weekly production calls with client

• Maintain production timeline

• Submit production invoices for processing

• Create show expense trackers & Log production/post-production expenses 

POST-PRODUCTION

• Write episode descriptions / metadata for podcast platforms

• Deliver paper edits and provide editor with notes on episode cuts

• QA audio cuts - script matches, confirm all notes are addressed

• Assist editors with soundbites / clips, music, and SFX

• Deliver edits and various deliverables to clients / stakeholders, answer questions as necessary, and relay feedback to Post-Production team

• Generate transcripts as needed

• Mic kit retrieval & logging

WRAP AND DISTRIBUTION

• Deliver final show metadata & QC check

• Manage show RSS feeds (upload audio + final metadata; create ad markers)

• Complete budget actualizations

• Close out production vendor accounts

• Update show production status in Producer Interface

• Digital project archival; work with producers, engineers, editors, and all partners to confirm all project deliverables are saved and labeled properly

MARKETING

• Oversee the podcast artwork development process (e.g. engage designers, create mood boards, coordinate reviews, etc.)

• Manage production of podcast video clips, audiograms, or other promotional materials

• Assist with social media management, including content generation – automated and custom – and managing a content calendar

• Awards submissions and tracking

                                                                             

What You'll Need:

Success in this position will rely heavily on the ability to understand brand challenges and solve those challenges through the audio medium. Strong communication skills and a proven track record in audio production and/or brand storytelling through various mediums is a must.

• At least 3-4 years of project management or production experience, with proven ability to deliver multi-faceted projects on time and on budget

• Experience producing and/or engineering high quality audio at a professional level

• Strong client and talent-facing background – solid presentation skills, excellent written and verbal skills, and an ability to communicate professionally with big personalities in the entertainment realm

• Self-starter, ability to work across multiple teams simultaneously

• A passion for podcasting

• Upbeat, entrepreneurial attitude

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and wear many hats when necessary

• A strategic mind that can plan beyond immediate tasks and always stay two steps ahead

• Experience managing teams and 3rd party vendors

                                                                             

What You'll Bring:

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return

• Ability to work within prescribed guidelines without needing close supervision

• Problem solving skills within established procedures

• Understanding of when to seek guidance for unforeseen problems

• Close attention to detail

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to act in a professional manner and collaborate with colleagues of different levels

Compensation:

Salary to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and alignment with market data.

$74,800 - $93,500

                                                                             

Location:

New York, NY: 125 West 55th Street, 10019

                                                                             

Position Type:                                                                                             

Regular

                                                                             

Time Type:

Full time

                                                                                 

Pay Type:

Salaried

                                                                                 

Benefits:

iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce, including the following:

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options

• Company provided and supplemental life insurance

• Paid vacation and sick time

• Paid company holidays, including a floating holiday that enable our employees to celebrate the holiday of their choosing

• A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community

• A 401K plan

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving

• ​A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

                                                                             

We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.

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