Producer

We are ready to redefine podcast media and technology with this new company. “I truly believe that we have every core component required ready to disrupt and redefine the global podcasting industry with this new venture.We have done this in our own tiny way already with the Diary of a CEO, but I'm haunted by the potential that we see to scale this globally, for the people and the voices who will change the world”Steven Bartlett: Founder, Chairman, Entrepreneur, PodcasterAre you the A Player to join us on our new mission?The Opportunity:We are seeking a passionate and experienced Producer, who will be instrumental in delivering the key components of the podcast's production process at DOAC & Flight Studio. You willhave a proven track record both on the technical tools as well as a deep expertise in creating content for platforms like YouTube & Social as the primary distribution platform. You will have a comprehensive background in video production, including proven experience with cameras, microphones, audio and editing software, with a track record of developing, and managing successful video first content. This role requires a blend of technical skills, creative vision, data-driven obsession, and hands-on operational expertise to produce the exceptionally engaging work that resonates with audiences across multi-channel distribution.Key ResponsibilitiesProduction: Working with Executive Director, oversee the end to end production of podcast episodes, from planning and recording to editing and publishing, ensuring high-quality video and audio output. Technical Expertise: Oversee and deliver all technical aspects of the podcast production, including camera operation, sound recording, lighting. Collaborate with the Edit team on the post-production editing including Episodes, Trailers, Clips & Social AssetsData & Performance Analysis: Lead the analysis of Podcast performance data across all platforms to understand audience behaviour and algorithm impact. Use these insights to inform content creation, optimise promotion strategies, and drive continuous improvementCross Team Collaboration: Work directly with hosts, guests, the editing team and other cross functional teams to create compelling, fast growth podcast content strategies that unite under a single podcast brand visionOperational & Budget Management. Leadthe scheduling and coordination of recordings and post production efforts to ensure a smooth production process that is of the highest of standards, on time and on budgetInnovation: Stay engaged with industry trends and emerging platforms, continuously seeking innovative ways to present and distribute podcast content to engage with new and existing audiences across all platformsCreative Direction: Provide support in the data driven creative direction for Episodes, Trailers and Clips, including Episode theme development, guest selection, and narrative structure. Ensuring content aligns with data driven insights on audience interests, optimising for audience engagement and growth. Innovative Production Processes: Obsess over optimisations and implementations that refine and redefine production processes to consistently improve workflowsTeam Player: Be instrumental in fostering a culture of creativity, continuous improvement, innovation, exceptional quality and experimentationRequirementsMust Haves Experience in video or social first production and editing, with an exceptional portfolio in successful content creation. Experience using the tools and technologies that are required in this role, a willingness to continuously learn new techniquesAbility to work with high profile talent aligning creative vision, with company goals and data based executionResilient, motivated and empathetic team skills with proven experience in working in fast paced, and exceptionally high standard production environments. Exceptional communication skills, able to convey complex data driven ideas at all levels. Able to share quality information at high speedFlexibility to adapt to and experiment with the evolving landscape of media production, with a willingness to embrace new technologies and platforms. Be able to navigate deadlines across multiple competing projects and still deliver exceptional results. There is no role or task you would not take on if the work requires it. You know and commit to what it takes to get the job done Your commitment to quality and the highest of standards is renowned or clearly shown in your workExperience using analytics tools (e.G. YouTube Analytics) to inform production and audience growth strategiesAbility to work in high intensity work cycles which can regularly require working outside of Monday-Friday Budget Management skills Nice To HavesAn understanding of platform algorithms and back end analyticsA keen interest in AI & examples of how it has or will create optimal production outcomesLocationLondon Shoreditch ~ we are an in-person-first culture and believe in fostering a vibrant and work environment centred around connection and communitySome roles will require global travel so flexibility in this aspect is important and your hiring manager will confirm this with you during the interview processOur Values: Our first principles and values for every person in our company no matter their tenure, experience or status, are the same.You will be an endlessly ambitious, passionate professional. An emotionally intelligent, resilient leader and a trusted, empathetic co worker. A life-long student of your craft no matter whether it’s day 1 or day 1001. A brave, proactive experimentalist, obsessed with the 1% and marginal gains. An open, compelling, collaborative communicator, an attentive listener and friend.How We Work: We believe our company and our people have unlimited potential. This potential and the opportunity ahead of us will not be based on luck but on intention. An intention to bring together an exceptional team of people. A team of people who bring a diversity of lived experiences, heritage, backgrounds, and thought to our collective mission. Our commitment to our people is to ensure they have everything they need to thrive here. Not just within the walls of our company but also out in a changing world.If you require reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please let us know. We will work together to best meet your needs.