Assistant Producer, Radiolab

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Radiolab, a pioneer of narrative nonfiction podcasting, is looking for an Assistant Producer to join our team. The Assistant Producer at Radiolab will support the show’s overall production logistics. We’re seeking an ambitious, deep-thinking, deep-feeling entry-level journalist who is obsessed with helping us put together the pieces that make great stories. This person will work closely with the Radiolab production team to facilitate the weekly delivery of episode releases across podcast, broadcast, and digital platforms. The ideal candidate will be willing to work hard and pitch in on all aspects of the production process, no matter how small.
The Assistant Producer, Radiolab supports shows’ broadcasts, reruns, and promotional operations. This producer supports weekly syndication production and delivery, produces fundraising promos and spots, assembles the weekly newsletter, and assists in rerun production.  
This role is ideal for a detail-oriented producer who enjoys both the creative and logistical sides of audio storytelling.
Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in production, format, delivery and quality control of Radiolab broadcast and syndication episodes for distribution
  • Produce Radiolab fundraising spots and sponsorship messages.
  • Produce weekly newsletters for Radiolab and Terrestrials 
  • Assist with social media posts across platforms, coordinating copy and visual assets
  • Manage the Radiolab and Terrestrials email inboxes 
  • Assist with music licensing, rights tracking, and production documentation as needed.
  • Maintain organized archives of broadcast, rerun, and campaign materials.
  • Support new episode production with studio bookings and cutting selects, as needed
Qualifications
  • 1–3 years of experience in audio production, broadcast operations, or podcasting.
  • Proficiency in ProTools or comparable editing software.
  • Experience with booking, pre-interviewing, tape cutting, and host collaboration
  • Top-notch organizational skills, attention to detail, deadlines, and time-management
  • Familiarity with broadcast formatting, promo production, and fundraising campaigns.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
  • Enthusiasm for both science-driven storytelling and creative problem-solving.
  • An independent work ethic combined with a love for and patience with the collaborative process
Additional Information
This is a full-time non-exempt role with a minimum hourly rate of $37.63 ($68,492 annualized), plus a full benefits package.  Rate offered is determined by skills, experience, and organizational pay equity. This role is based in New York City and is expected to work at our NYC Headquarters  two days per week.
 
The position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between New York Public Radio and SAG-AFTRA.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
New York Public Radio is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We continuously strive to place our employees at the center of our thinking and elevate inclusive practices to develop and support a more engaged and productive workforce. Our journalism and operations in the service of that journalism benefit from a broad range of perspectives, from all backgrounds, at all levels of the organization. Diversity is essential to honest, authentic, accurate storytelling and reportage; creating an institution in which all voices are encouraged, valued, and heard.
Equal Opportunity
New York Public Radio is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving the goal of equal employment opportunity for all. Applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions without regard to mental or physical disability, race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship status, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, employment status or any protected federal, state or local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

 

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