Senior Producer, Criminally Obsessed Daily Show

Sinclair Broadcast Group•Charleston, SC

2d•$85,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Senior Producer of the Criminally Obsessed Daily Show owns end-to-end production of our YouTube vodcast and podcast—leading editorial vision, execution, and performance. This role sits at the intersection of journalism, storytelling, and platform strategy. You will drive episode development from concept through publishing, crafting guest-driven narratives optimized for YouTube. You understand how to build stories that hook early, sustain attention, and spark conversation—while upholding the highest standards of accuracy and ethics. You’ll collaborate closely with the host, editor, producer, associate producer, and social team to deliver high-impact long-form content that grows subscribers, deepens engagement, and overall fuels our growth.

Requirements

Proven experience producing for YouTube, podcasts, or long-form interview video
Strong understanding of YouTube best practices, algorithms, and audience behavior
Deep passion for true crime and investigative storytelling
Exceptional research and fact-checking skills, including public records and court documents
Experience booking and prepping sensitive or high-stakes interviews
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop; After Effects a plus)
Strong editorial judgment and attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven media environment
Experience growing or managing a YouTube channel
Strong instincts for thumbnails, titles, and hooks that drive CTR
Familiarity with Criminally Obsessed’s tone and audience
Contacts/relationships within media and law enforcement a plus
Knowledge of FOIA and Fair Use

Responsibilities

Pitch, research, and produce long-form YouTube vodcast episodes with strong hooks, narrative clarity, and retention-driven structure
Define the editorial angle and build episodes optimized for YouTube viewing behavior (cold opens, chapters, pacing, signposting)
Partner with the host to shape authentic, urgent, and conversational on-camera storytelling—with a strong emphasis on the “why”
Lead recordings to ensure production quality supports long watch times and audience immersion
Manage and mentor Producer and Associate Producer across research, booking, outreach, and asset gathering
Oversee fact-checking across scripts, interviews, graphics, and archival materials
Apply legal and ethical best practices in true-crime reporting, including attribution, clearances, sensitivity, and defamation awareness
Maintain close coordination with internal legal counsel
Develop thoughtful, emotionally intelligent interview questions that drive revelation and sustained engagement
Partner with editors to craft tight, high-retention cuts and identify standout or viral moments
Contribute to titles and thumbnails that balance curiosity, clarity, and brand alignment while maximizing CTR
Optimize metadata and packaging ahead of publish
Analyze YouTube performance metrics (CTR, AVD, retention curves, comments) and translate insights into editorial decisions
Continuously refine hooks, pacing, format, and episode length based on data
Identify high-impact moments for Shorts and vertical distribution
Collaborate with social teams to ensure clips support long-form growth strategy
Adapt quickly to breaking developments, new leads, or court updates
Remain solutions-oriented as timelines or editorial direction evolve mid-production
Adapt quickly when new leads, court developments, or breaking new occurs.
This role requires occasional travel, approximately 10-20%, to attend conferences, training, or on-site content coverage.
Physical Requirement: Must be able to safely lift, carry, and maneuver equipment/gear weighing up to 25 pounds, following proper safety protocols.