On-Call Roving Producer & Writer (1099 Contractor)
About The Position
City Cast is recruiting creative, editorially minded producers to provide podcast production and newsletter writing support to our daily podcast teams on an on-call basis. We’re seeking skilled freelance podcast producers with writing experience with relatively flexible schedules and deep experience producing podcasts and writing local news content that can work with city teams on weekdays during City Cast work hours. As an on-call producer, you would be contacted when we need coverage for one of our city teams, typically due to a staffing gap. Depending on network needs, assignments can range from one week to three months.
Requirements
- Must be located and authorized to work within the United States.
- 3+ years of experience creating and/or editing editorial content.
- Experience working in a deadline-driven editorial environment.
- Excellent writing skills with a clear, engaging voice.
- Experience with Descript or the willingness to learn.
- Highly organized, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience making and editing videos for social is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Help city teams produce smart and compelling editorial content for their podcast and newsletter, and social media accounts.
- Find compelling and timely pitches for the daily podcast, social, and newsletter content.
- Write the daily newsletter on assigned days with voice, humor, clarity, and relevance.
- Prep for podcast conversations with the host and Executive Producer.
- Edit episodes using Descript.
- Produce ads to be included in podcast episodes.
Benefits
- As a contractor, you will not be eligible for company benefits (health insurance, paid time off, etc).
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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