Senior Producer, Podcast Editorial

Paramount

Senior Producer overseeing editorial production for CBS News’ 48 Hours podcast slate. Leading a team to ensure high-quality content delivery in fast-paced environments.

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee production across the video podcast slate, including two weekly flagship shows and multiple limited series
Manage, mentor, and provide editorial guidance to Producers and Associate Producers
Set and uphold editorial standards, tone, and storytelling quality across all podcast content
Oversee episode development, including concepts, rundowns, guest booking strategy, and scripting
Ensure seamless execution of studio recordings and production workflows
Partner with the Video Editors to maintain high standards in post-production, pacing, and visual storytelling
Review cuts and provide clear, actionable editorial feedback
Manage production timelines, resources, and deliverables across multiple shows simultaneously
Collaborate with marketing and audience teams on distribution strategy, promotion, and growth
Identify and implement workflow improvements to scale video/audio production efficiently
Support the development and launch of new podcast series and formats and ensure all deliverables meet deadlines across video, audio, and social platforms

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in podcasting, video production, or broadcast/digital news, ideally with a journalism background
Proven experience managing producers or leading production teams
Strong editorial judgment and storytelling skills in news, talk, or documentary formats
Experience overseeing multiple projects or series simultaneously
Deep understanding of video and audio production workflows
Strong communication and collaboration skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
401(k) plan
life insurance coverage
disability benefits
tuition assistance program
PTO

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Hard Skills & Tools

video productionpodcastingbroadcast newsdigital newsstorytellingscriptingpost-productionaudio productionproduction workflowsproject management

Soft Skills

editorial judgmentmentoringcollaborationcommunicationleadershiporganizational skillsfeedbackstrategic thinkingproblem-solvingtime management