Podcast Operations Assistant

Paramount • New York, NY

7d

About The Position

The CBS News podcast team is seeking a highly organized, full-time Podcast Operations Assistant to support operational, marketing, and production needs across our shows, with a primary focus on the 48 Hours podcast catalog. This role helps support the end-to-end production, distribution, and promotion of CBS podcasts, working closely with producers, marketers, and internal and external partners to ensure assets are delivered accurately, on time, and to spec.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of prior experience in podcast production, marketing, or media operations.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with podcasting tools (Descript, Riverside, etc.) and audio editing software like Audition and/or ProTools
• Familiarity with organizational tools (AirTable, Excel, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records and documentation across production and marketing.
• Vet potential podcast sponsors for host-read ad production across all CBS News series.
• Train producers across Paramount on the hosting platform (Amperwave) and related workflows.
• Help maintain the CBS News and 48 Hours podcast programming calendars.
• Support team coordination, meeting prep, and other operational tasks for 48 Hours pods.
• Provide general assistance to improve team efficiency and workflow.
• Maintain an inventory of core brand resources (key art, promotional assets, style guides) for all CBS News series.
• Deliver promotional assets for 48 Hours podcasts to press, partners, and collaborators.
• Traffic audio promo campaigns for all CBS News series to ensure proper placement and scheduling.
• Build and manage trackable links, pixels, and conversion events for all CBS News series to measure engagement and creative efficacy.
• Produce select 48 Hours pod promotional assets and copy for digital marketing channels (social, YouTube, web).
• Prep 48 Hours pod assets for awards consideration and submit entries.
• Design pre- and post-campaign performance reports and slide decks for 48 Hours pods that summarize results and insights.
• Research industry trends and partnership/development opportunities.
• Schedule and set up remote and in-person recordings for 48 Hours podcast series.
• Mix and upload 48 Hours podcast episodes, place ad breaks, and ensure metadata accuracy.
• Manage and organize CBS News podcast audio files for fast, reliable access.
• Ensure timely delivery and on-site setup of materials for hosts and guests involved with 48 Hours podcasts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed