Podcast Editor

Summary

Join our creative team as a Podcast Editor, responsible for editing and producing high-quality audio and video podcast content. This role demands technical expertise in audio and video production, strong storytelling skills, and effective collaboration. You will clean and enhance audio recordings, edit video recordings, optimize content for various platforms, and stay updated on industry trends. The position requires proven podcast editing experience, proficiency in audio and video editing software, and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate will work 5-10 hours per week and earn USD $10-$20 per hour.

Requirements

• Proven experience in podcast editing, with a portfolio of audio and video projects
• Experience with audio editing for podcasts, ensuring clean sound quality and seamless integration of audio and video
• Proficiency in audio editing software (e.g., Adobe Audition, Audacity, Pro Tools, etc.) and video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, etc.)
• Strong understanding of audio and video formats, codecs, and export settings
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Clean and enhance audio recordings, including noise reduction, equalization, and compression
• Edit episodes for clarity, pacing, and flow, ensuring a seamless listener experience
• Incorporate music, sound effects, and transitions as needed
• Ensure final audio meets technical specifications for various platforms (e.g., Apple Podcasts, Spotify)
• Edit video recordings of podcast episodes for distribution on platforms such as YouTube, social media, and Spotify
• Synchronize audio and video for a polished final product
• Add visual elements such as intros/outros, graphics, lower thirds, and captions
• Format and export content for various distribution channels
• Create teasers, clips, and highlight reels to promote episodes on social media platforms
• Stay updated on the latest editing tools and techniques to ensure optimal efficiency and quality
• Monitor trends in podcast production and recommend improvements to enhance quality and engagement

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of motion graphics or animation is a plus

Benefits

• 5-10 hours per week
• USD $10 - $20 per hour, depending on qualifications