Executive Producer

The Athletic

Executive Producer leading production and post-production for The Athletic's baseball show. Responsible for show quality, audience engagement, and segment development.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work as a one-person band to record the episode using Riverside or Streamyard (livestream specials)
Collaborate with the hosts on all elements of show creative, spanning full episodes as well as social content
Run point on the show’s entire production process from big picture / long-lead planning to rundown creation, and from running recordings to executing on final episode delivery
Manage scheduling, coordination, and logistics to ensure smooth execution of all aspects of show production
Edit episode video and mix audio to produce high-quality content, and publish episodes to our distribution platforms, utilizing the tools available to amplify reach on platforms like YouTube
Ensure consistency in style and sound quality across all segments
Generate and integrate graphics in post
Conduct thorough research to identify compelling topics and trends relevant to our audience, and key stats for our on-air talent
Help to develop innovative segments, series and formats that add value and drive listener engagement
Identify social clips from full episodes for distribution on YouTube and other social channels
Edit social clips
Work closely with the show’s hosts/producers to develop social first content
Manage community building through Discord, YouTube, and other social channels
Coordinate with hosts, guests, and team members to gather content and feedback
Manage deadlines and provide regular updates on production progress

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience producing podcasts/shows
5+ years of experience editing video; proven proficiency with audio and video editing software (e.g., Adobe Audition, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar)
Strong research skills and the ability to develop creative content segments
Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills
Familiarity with YouTube platform dynamics and social media best practices
A passion for digital storytelling and an eye for detail

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental and vision benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s)
a company-matching 401(k) plan
paid vacation
paid sick days
paid parental leave
tuition reimbursement
professional development programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

video editingaudio editingcontent productionresearch skillscreative content developmentschedulinglogistics managementgraphic integrationsocial media content creationcommunity building

Soft Skills

organizational skillscommunication skillsproject management skillscollaborationcreativityattention to detail