Senior Producer & On Air Contributor

2060 Digital•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Senior Producer & On Air Contributor leads production and sets the editorial direction for multiple sports podcasts while also contributing on-air across audio and video. The role shapes each show’s structure, tone, pacing, and creative format; makes final post-production decisions in partnership with hosts; and produces content for social media channels. The position develops editorial calendars with hosts and internal teams, tracks sports news to pitch timely topics, and identifies and books guests. It also coaches guest contributors and secondary voices, collaborates with Sales, Marketing, and Ad Ops on promotion and sponsor integrations, and uses analytics and audience data to inform content decisions. As an on-air contributor, the role brings an engaging presence to audio and video, represents 312 Sports professionally and creatively across channels, and covers key games and breaking stories as needed, including nights and weekends. The position requires flexible hours based on the sports calendar. Physical requirements include sitting or standing for extended periods, manual dexterity to operate computers and other equipment, good vision and hearing to discern video and sound, and the ability to communicate in English verbally and in writing and think creatively and tactically. The Company will make reasonable physical accommodations to facilitate essential job functions.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in podcast, radio, or television production, with proven editorial leadership.
Demonstrated ability to lead the creative process from concept through publication, especially in high-volume environments.
Proven track record of independently managing production schedules, deadlines, and editorial priorities.
Strong command of audio and video editing tools, such as Adobe Audition, Premiere, or similar.
Excellent news judgment and a strong grasp of local and national sports, particularly Chicago teams.
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a sharp, witty voice suited to an unfiltered, personality-driven brand.
Comfort using analytics and audience data to make content decisions.
Hosting experience and confidence in front of the camera and microphone.
Comfort working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as the sports calendar demands.
Collaborative, proactive mindset and willingness to jump in wherever needed.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
Manual dexterity to operate computer keys, controls, and equipment.
Good vision and hearing to discern video and sound across platforms.
Ability to communicate in English verbally and in writing, and to think creatively and tactically.

Responsibilities

Lead production and own the editorial direction of multiple sports podcasts.
Make final post-production calls, in partnership with hosts, on audio and video cuts.
Produce content for the company’s social media channels.
Shape each show’s segment structure, tone, pacing, and overall creative format.
Develop and maintain the editorial calendar with show hosts, marketing, and content leadership.
Track the news cycle and pitch timely episode topics.
Identify, vet, and book guests who improve the show and bring new listeners.
Coach and develop guest contributors and secondary voices to fit each show’s tone and format.
Work with Sales, Marketing, and Ad Ops to promote shows and execute sponsor integrations.
Work with analytics and audience development to track show performance and use data to shape content.
Contribute on-air with an engaging presence on audio and video.
Represent 312 Sports professionally and creatively across all channels.
Cover key games and breaking stories as needed, including nights and weekends.