Mid-Weight Podcast Producer 6 month contract
Onsite London Canary Wharf | Week day and Weekend Shifts | Outside IR35
Contract: Start ASAP for 6 months
Rate: £26 per hour, weekly pay
Mid-Level, minimum of 1-2 Years’ Experience
We’re hiring a Podcast Producer to join a high-quality, editorially driven show for a 6-month freelance contract. You’ll be working across the full podcast production cycle – from planning and recording to editing and publishing – with a strong emphasis on journalistic integrity and audio storytelling.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Plan and Coordinate episodes: research topics, book guests, and manage content calendars
* Record and Edit engaging episodes using Adobe Audition
* Create Content : write show notes, intros, and transitions
* Manage Guests : from scheduling to communication and prep
* Publish and Distribute : Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts
* Quality Control : ensure every episode meets high editorial and audio standards
* Work to Reuters-level editorial benchmarks for sourcing, accuracy, and balance
What We’re Looking For
* At least 1 years experience in podcast production, journalism, or audio storytelling
* Solid editorial judgment and storytelling skills
* Confidence working independently without creative supervision
* Proficiency in Adobe Audition (training provided for all other software)
* Strong attention to detail and audio quality
What You’ll Get
* Equipment and platform access provided
* Full onboarding on style, workflow, and publishing tools
* Interview-based content with dispatch-style elements
* Structured weekend shifts (Sat & Sun, up to 11 hours/day) — hours are scheduled, not flexible
* Paid at standard TV freelance weekend rates in addition to week day work
This role is Outside IR35 and ideal for a confident, mid-weight producer ready to take ownership of weekend content delivery in a fast-paced, editorial setting.
Interested? Apply now to join a sharp, ambitious team producing standout stories for a growing audience.