Kast Media

Kast Media is looking for a Marketing/Content Distribution Associate who will serve directly under the Director of Content Distribution. This person will manage marketing and public relations across our slate of shows, both existing and upcoming, and will help execute all show launches. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing and ambitious podcast company that’s leading the charge in multi-channel podcast listening and viewing. We are looking for a podcast and marketing enthusiast who would like to build their career at our company. This position has the ability to work remotely.

How Will You Spend Your Time?

Service as the Marketing Associate on each upcoming show launch, assist with all aspects of marketing and promotion of that show, through building the marketing plan, to pitching and booking interviews and press
Research and execute cross-promotion opportunities for our existing slate of shows
Research and pitch hosts to podcasts and other media outlets for wide exposure of our current and upcoming slate of shows
Assist in the build of show marketing plans, inclusive of press, ads and marketing, and execute outreach
Create marketing one-sheets and pitch materials
Maintain internal databases and records to track each show’s exposure and conversion over time
Collaborate closely with the Marketing Director, Sales, and Operations to identify ways to increase revenue for each show and strategically grow a show’s audience

You Should Have:

1-3 years of experience in marketing or PR
Passion for the podcasting industry
An ability to understand what’s working on other podcasts and apply that to Kast shows
Excellent research skills
Strong copywriting capabilities for creating marketing materials and pitches
A professional attitude, strong communication skills, and detail-oriented instincts

Our Dream Candidate Has:

Basic knowledge of the public relations industry
Experience writing press releases and pitching clients
Strong understanding of journalism, news, and pop culture
Curiosity about content trends among millennial audiences
A “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude and desire to join a growing start-up

This is a full-time salaried position, commensurate to experience. Benefits include quarterly bonuses, health benefits, 401(k) plan, generous PTO, parental and family leave, along with office snacks and coffee (to be enjoyed in a post-pandemic environment, of course).

To apply, please send your resume to careers@kastmedia.com, and include “Marketing Associate” in the subject heading.

Kast Media is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Our Superstars:

Live, breathe, and sleep podcasts
Aren’t afraid to raise their hand first and go the extra mile
Waste no time and have a bias for action
Love to win, but love being on a winning team even more
Constantly want to learn and evolve
Are solution-oriented, but know when to ask for help
Have a good sense of humor, and aren’t afraid to show it off
And most importantly, are good people

Kast Media is seeking an experienced podcast Producer to run a high-profile show with over 15 million downloads predominantly focus on The Bachelor. As the lead producer on the team, you will be working closely and in-studio with the show’s host, co-producers, and full production team to deliver 3 premiere quality episodes a week. In working with the team you will flesh out creative ideas, outline run-of-shows, manage tech logistics, book talent, work intimately with the engineers to produce both audio and video content, and ultimately help grow the show.

How Will You Spend Your Time?

Produce all elements of premiere quality content from conception to launch
Work closely with hosts to strategize and flesh out ideas to create dynamic and engaging content
Serve as the key communicator between Kast and talent to provide resources and complete episodes within company protocol, best practices, and standards
Project manage multiple episodes at once as well as be able to plan ahead to account for changes in the talent’s schedule
Provide editors with detailed notes on episode drafts for quick and easy turnarounds, as well as use subjective discernment around sensitive topics and maintaining the culture of the show
Book and coordinate interviews with guests – both in-studio and virtually

You Should Have:

Previously worked on high profile podcasts with intense and tight deadlines
An extensive rolodex of contacts, preferably in the current pop culture zeitgeist and the Bachelor universe
Be local to the Los Angeles/Hollywood area
An incredibly proactive, problem-solving nature
Excellent time management skills
An ability to collaborate well with a good attitude. We leave our egos at the door and work together to build something great!
Shown ability to give and receive feedback
Experience using Microsoft Suite and Google Suite products

Our Dream Candidate Has:

Thorough experience and understanding of podcast production
Impeccable intuition in problem-solving for the show and host needs
Knowledge of Apple and other podcast distribution platforms
A “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude and desire to join a growing start-up
Experience with Adobe Audition

This is a full-time salaried position, commensurate to experience. Benefits include quarterly bonuses, health benefits, 401(k) plan, generous PTO, parental and family leave, along with office snacks and coffee (to be enjoyed in a post-pandemic environment, of course).

To apply, send your resume to careers@kastmedia.com, and include “Lead Producer” in the subject heading.

Kast Media is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Our Superstars:

Live, breathe, and sleep podcasts
Are not afraid to raise their hand first and go the extra mile
Waste no time and have a bias for action
Love to win, but love being on a winning team even more
Constantly want to learn and evolve
Are solution-oriented, but know when to ask for help
Have a good sense of humor, and aren’t afraid to show it off
And most importantly, are good people

Kast Media is looking for a Writer/Producer who will work on Kast’s narrative history podcast. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing and ambitious podcast company that’s leading the charge in multi-channel podcast listening and viewing. This position will ultimately work out of our Los Angeles-based studio. We are looking for a podcast enthusiast who is passionate about writing for audio and is excited by all the possibilities the medium has to offer.

How Will You Spend Your Time?

Serve as a writer/producer for a historical narrative about the Iranian hostage crisis
Work in collaboration with senior producer to research, write, and edit scripts
Produce episodes in collaboration with the senior producer and showrunners
Research and identify archive interviews, videos, and supplemental materials
Interview journalists, historians, and other experts
Report to the senior producer weekly
Participate and sometimes lead group feedback sessions and table reads

You Should Have:

3-5 years of experience writing and producing on a narrative podcast or relevant historical narrative experience
An ability to write specifically for audio and an understanding of how this is different from other mediums (print, screenwriting)
A firm grasp on story structure
A passion for innovative storytelling
A degree in journalism or history; MA and/or focus on Middle East History preferred
An ability to write to a specific voice
Passion for the podcasting industry
Excellent research skills
A proactive, problem-solving nature
Excellent time management skills, ability to set and meet deadlines
Strong copywriting capabilities for creating loglines, episode descriptions, social media assets, and marketing materials
A professional attitude, strong communication skills and detail-oriented instincts
An ability to collaborate well, with a good attitude. We leave our egos at the door and work together to build something great!
Shown ability to give and receive feedback
Experience producing podcasts from soup to nuts (not required, but a bonus)

Our Dream Candidate Has:

Knowledge of Google Workspace and File Stream
Knowledge of Apple, and other podcast distribution platforms, and an understanding of how to operate inside of this ecosystem
Strong understanding of journalism, news, and true crime
Experience writing/producing a docuseries or long form narrative non-fiction piece for podcast or television
A “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude and desire to join a growing start-up

This a full-time salaried position, commensurate to experience. Benefits include quarterly bonuses, health benefits, 401(k) plan, generous PTO, parental and family leave, along with office snacks and coffee (to be enjoyed in a post-pandemic environment, of course).

To apply, please send your resume to careers@kastmedia.com, and include “OSS” in the subject heading.

Kast Media is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Our Superstars:

Live, breathe, and sleep podcasts
Aren’t afraid to raise their hand first and go the extra mile
Waste no time and have a bias for action
Love to win, but love being on a winning team even more
Constantly want to learn and evolve
Are solution-oriented, but know when to ask for help
Have a good sense of humor, and aren’t afraid to show it off
And most importantly, are good people

Kast Media is looking for a Writer with expertise in history and/or journalism to work on our newest podcast that examines the darker elements of American history through a critical lens. You’ll be working closely with both show creators and hosts as well as producers to research, outline, and ultimately script a polished final draft for recording.

How Will You Spend Your Time?

Work in collaboration with the lead writer to revise and edit scripts
Produce episodes in collaboration with the lead producer
Work closely with the researcher to gather all the necessary information for a story
Interview characters in the story being produced
Pitch story ideas
Report to the lead producer weekly
Participate and sometimes lead group feedback sessions and table reads

You Should Have:

3-5 years of experience writing and producing on a narrative podcast or relevant writing experience
A passion for the podcasting industry
An ability to write specifically for audio and an understanding of how this is different from other mediums
Thorough understanding of the nuances of American History
An understanding of audio production software, specifically Adobe Audition
A passion for innovative storytelling
An ability to write to the host’s voice
A proactive, problem-solving nature
Excellent research skills
Excellent time management skills to both set and meet strict deadlines
Strong copywriting capabilities for creating loglines, episode descriptions, social media assets, and marketing materials
Strong communication skills and detail-oriented instincts
An ability to collaborate well with a good attitude. We leave our egos at the door and work together to build something great!
Shown ability to give and receive feedback

Our Dream Candidate Has:

Strong understanding of journalism, American history, and true crime
Experience writing/producing a docuseries or long-form narrative non-fiction piece for podcast or television
Knowledge of Google Workspace and File Stream
Knowledge of Apple and other podcast distribution platforms
A “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude and desire to join a growing start-up

To apply, send your resume to careers@kastmedia.com, and include “Writer: American Venom” in the subject heading. In addition, please attach writing samples of your relevant work.

Kast Media is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.