Producer, CBC Podcasts

CBC/Radio-Canada•Toronto, ON

7d•Onsite

About The Position

CBC Podcasts produces a richly diverse collection of award-winning podcasts that engage, enlighten and entertain. We are the #1 Canadian podcast publisher with dozens of series in genres such as investigative, documentary, entertainment, narrative storytelling, and news. The Understood Series is a podcast that releases 3, 4-episode seasons a year. It takes you deep inside the seismic shifts reshaping our world right now. From online porn and crypto chaos to the rise of tech oligarchs, deepfake AI, and the broken promises of the internet — we explore the stories that define our digital age with hosts and characters embedded in the heart of the action. Each season tells a single story, grounded in journalism you can trust and hosted by a well-connected reporter. Driven by insight and fueled by curiosity, the stories of our time: Understood.

Requirements

You have a deep knowledge of and passion for the podcast industry. You know who the major players are, what significant trends are developing.
Excellent writing, vetting and audio production skills with an ear for pacing, tone, presentation and production.
You are a clear and considerate communicator, who enjoys working closely on a team and can work collaboratively, taking direction and implementing notes strategically.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of, and connection to, a wide range of different and diverse communities and people across Canada.
Openness to diverse perspectives and ideas, and differing points of view is critical.
Experience programming content for digital audiences within a media organisation.
You have a track record of strong journalistic and editorial judgement.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with CBC Journalistic Standards and Practices.
University degree or equivalent, as well as seven (7) years’ experience of which three must involve work in an industry which is directly related to the area of assignment.
Track record of creativity and innovation.
Strong attention to detail.
Proven chase skills.
Demonstrated expertise in writing for broadcast and writing of host scripts - and and ability to capture a conversational tone.
Ability to identify and write with a consistent host/show “voice”.
Demonstrated ability to use tape creatively - and write to it with flair.
Excellent organisational skills; ability to prioritise and delegate.
Demonstrated ability to plan and produce content for an online audience.
Flexibility to adapt to changing work patterns and methods.
Independent, self-motivated combined with the ability to work well in a team environment.
Ability to work effectively in a high pressure environment and under tight deadlines.
Well-developed interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Producer- Series Showrunner

Responsibilities

Ensure our projects meet the highest standards of editorial excellence and align with CBC’s Journalistic Standards & Practices.
Work with the Senior Producer to outline the narrative arc of each episode and the season as a whole.
Guide editorial direction and production schedules, ensuring production stays on schedule, within budget.
Assign, coordinate and supervise the work of personnel (Host, Associate Producer/Producer, Mixer) who contribute to the season.
Write scripts and question lines, chase guests, conduct interviews, produce host interviews, edit interviews, research and fact check.
Ensure the proper and accurate clearance of all material used in the program.
Provide host coaching for performance as needed.
Provide feedback on scripts and audio cuts.
Incorporate notes on mixes and scripts from Senior Producer and Execs.
Exercise editorial responsibility as delegated by Management and Executive Producers.
Work with the Senior Producer, Executive Producers and Director to conceive and develop ideas and directions for future seasons, while concurrently producing an active season.
Support the audience growth team ahead of launch, providing episode titles and descriptions, season descriptions as well as direction on show art and promotional videos.