Kast Media

Kast Media is seeking a rockstar Associate Producer who is passionate and well versed in the worlds of digital video and audio production. You’ll report directly to one or more Producers – supporting a wide array of daily operations for a number of Talk Show Podcasts. Responsibilities span from scheduling and asset organization to deliverables tracking and guest interview prep. You’ll represent Kast Media while interfacing with high-profile guests and our regular hosts.

A background in audio/video production is a major plus, especially if you’ve supported shoots, podcast/music recording sessions, etc. A collaborative attitude is a must. This team is fun, friendly, calm under pressure, and values effective communication. We’re looking for self-motivated spirits and those who aren’t afraid to ask questions. Full-time salaried position.

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

Qualifications

1-3 Yrs Media Production Experience (new media and/or podcasts).
Organized: Knows how to keep many digital assets well organized, uploaded, and shared with all affiliated teams. Comfortable with ever-changing itineraries and scheduling.
Post-Production: MUST be trained and adept at editing both audio and video media. Hands-on audio editing experience is essential.
Graphic Design: Versed in Adobe Creative Suite software.
Comfortable maintaining close relationships with peers across each studio department.
Content Consumer: Knows the ins and outs of various platforms and has a passion for discovering/sharing new media.
Self Motivated: Always learning, discovering new creative directions for the team to consider, checking out new shows, finding interesting characters to bring on as guests.
Creative: Never comfortable letting anything sit still. Always looking for ways to grow, innovate, and develop an ongoing high-profile series. Comes up with new ideas and isn’t afraid to boldly pitch within their team.
Collaborative: Motivates those around you. Looks for ways to help fellow staff throughout the studio.
LOVES PODCASTS

Bonus Points

Quality Control: Experienced with copy editing and/or QC best-practices.
Marketing/Sales: Interest or experience working with advertisements in media.
In-Studio video, radio, and/or music production staff experience.
Independent audio production experience.
Physical Production Lexicon: You know studio set lingo and can effectively communicate with technical staff.
DAW: You know what this acronym stands for and are versed in 1+ of them.
Thorough: You read this bullet and told us you read this bullet.

Responsibilities

Directly assisting one or more Producers – helping to run all show creative/logistics.
Detailed production tracking for producer and senior staff reporting.
First-pass editor for episodes prior to initial post delivery – first incorporating talent/producer creative notes.
You are the first line of Quality Control – you must be very detailed.
Editing advertisements and integrating ad-reads into episodes.
Identifying/creating clips including SRTs for social platforms.
Finalizing edits when required.
Post Tracking: Keeping a close eye on post; making sure that the editor’s deliverables are delivered on time.
Communication: You bridge the gap between the studio tech and production teams.
Make sure recordings run smoothly, taking extensive notes throughout a “shoot” to assist Producer and speed up the post-production process.
Attend weekly producer meetings and provide input/updates to support your Producer(s) when applicable.
Write ad copy/scripts for host ad reads.
Research! Research! Research!
Attend creative meetings with Senior Producer.
Perform market and competitive research for your show(s). Presenting findings to Producer and Senior Producer.
Make sure the Producer/Senior Producer is made well-aware of all technical difficulties associated with providing required technical deliverables.
Admin Tasks: Maintain show spreadsheets, source voicemails, prepare any clips needed for marketing and/or during recordings.
Design thumbnails for YouTube. Create episode clips for YouTube.

Benefits

Remote work flexibility.
Flexible PTO, as approved.
Health Benefits, base coverage included at no cost (Health, Dental, Vision).
Employer-matching 401k plan.
Paid company holidays.

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.

Please note: The role will require testing in accordance with COVID protocols for in-studio recordings.

The role is a remote-based, entry-level position on the sponsorship team supporting post-sale sponsorships. In this role, you will be a valuable member of our sponsorship team involved in all aspects of growing Kast Media as a successful vehicle for content creators (podcast shows) and sponsors. Kast Studios are in Los Angeles, and we gather the entire team together for face-to-face meetings at least once each year, most often in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate has 1-5 years of work experience, but we will consider a recent graduate for the role.

This individual will join a team successful at building a premium podcast network from the ground up, producing and representing for sponsorship hit shows across multiple genres. The role is an opportunity to learn all aspects of podcasting and be a part of a team where everyone has a voice in building Kast Media as a company.

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to careers@kastmedia.com, with “Operations Specialist” in the subject heading.

Qualifications

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
Good communication skills and willingness to learn presentation skills.
Knowledge and proficiency working in Google shared drives, docs, and sheets.
Efficient and organized.
Have a passing knowledge of podcasting (at least listen to podcasts semi-regularly).

Role and Responsibilities

Transfer of data from between show documents to ensure accuracy.
Update various data including financial, inventory, the status of sponsors in the spreadsheet.
Organize existing spreadsheets for the accuracy of data.
Verify outdated data and make any necessary changes to records.
Cross-reference podcast episodes with spreadsheets if the information on sponsorship inside the episode, accurately time-stamping where ads occur.
Input “insertion points” and other data according to predetermined guidelines.
Update and keep current reference spreadsheets of all information relating to in-episode advertising.
Make decisions about where an ad placement would make sense in the context of the content.
Join onboarding calls with clients and show producers as needed.
Remind shows of upcoming ads weekly.

Benefits

Hours: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm PST, and occasional availability off-hours for time-sensitive matters.
Opportunity for growth into various roles.
W2 Employment; Health Insurance, 401K plan, team goal bonus plan; generous PTO; remote work from home.

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.

Kast is looking for a full-time Marketing Associate to join our team. The role works closely with both the Sales and Operations teams to build and execute successful sponsorships on behalf of our many podcasts.

The ideal candidate will be a podcast enthusiast or have an interest in the fast-growing space of podcasting. This role requires strong attention to detail, time management skills, the ability to prioritize, and a desire to achieve successful outcomes for our sponsors within a team environment.

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

Responsibilities

Build sales proposals and assist with sales presentations.
Deliver weekly sales forecasts, and report on inventory availability.
Support media sales operations and inventory management.
Maintain competitive category inventory and show availability by category.
Update internal and client-facing programming lists.
Revise and update marketing materials as needed.
Confirm and process inventory holds and insertion orders.

Qualifications

Outstanding organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
Self-starter, with excellent communication skills.
Superior time management and prioritization skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office – Excel, PowerPoint, Shared Google Docs.
Basic Understanding of and digital audio; active user of streaming services (podcasts, music, etc).
Proven ability in critical thinking, problem-solving, troubleshooting.
Affinity for podcasts desired.

Why Join Kast Media:

Team Environment with a company experiencing tremendous growth. Strong employee retention with a majority of the sponsorship team a part of 2+ years of growth.
Kast is a respected industry leader in podcasting known as an effective company for building effective sponsorships for brands and agency partners.

Compensation and Benefits:

Full-Time Employment position with salary and commission structure (from dollar $1) at a rapid growth company.
Health Benefits, base coverage included at no cost (Health, Dental, Vision).
401k plan with company match.
Remote work flexibility, generous PTO. The position is remote within Continental USA.

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.

Kast Media is seeking a rockstar producer equally versed in digital video production and audio (music/podcast) production. Reporting directly to the Senior Producer, you will spearhead daily production operations for a number of Talk Show Podcasts. Responsibilities span from run-of-show and shooting through post, delivery, and performance tracking. You will be the daily face of Kast Media, representing the studio in all ongoing collaborations with top talent including high-profile guests and hosts.

Recording experience is a major plus, especially if you have run in-studio digital shoots and coordinated remote guest interviews. A collaborative attitude is a must. This team is fun, friendly, calm under pressure, and values effective communication. We’re looking for self-motivated spirits and natural leaders. Full-time salaried position.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@kastmedia.com, and include “Podcast Producer, Talk” in the subject heading.

Qualifications

5+ years of media production experience (new media and/or podcasts).
Comfortable leading a team through all phases of writing, pre-production, production, post, delivery, and marketing.
Extensive project management, scheduling.
Comfortable maintaining close relationships with top talent (guests and hosts).
Multi-faceted Producer: Knows the ins and outs of various forms of production for distribution across various platforms.
Independent: Able to lead a team (e.g. associate producer, editors, engineers, etc.), make/defend decisions and balance autonomy with open communication.
Cross-departmental: Can speak the “language” of each studio department from marketing to post-production.
Creative: Never comfortable letting a show sit still. Always looking for ways to grow, innovate, and develop an ongoing high-profile series. Identifies new ways to collaborate between departments/teams.
Leader: Motivates your team, looks for ways to mentor/grow staff throughout the studio.
Loves Podcasts

Bonus Points

Brand integration and/or ad-read experience.
Independent audio production experience.
Hands-on post-production experience.
Digital Engagement Benchmarks: Knows how to identify your core audience, keep them engaged, and quantifiably measure that success.
Analytics: Loves performance metrics, knows how to read them, and builds actionable plans based on them.
Rolodex: Has deep, quality relationships with production staff, vendors, talent, management, etc.
DAW: You know what this acronym stands for and are versed in 1+ of them.
Thorough: You read this bullet and told us you read this bullet

Responsibilities

Running production on one or more flagship series for Kast Media.
Keeping your team’s operations/uploads on track and on time.
Maintaining ongoing series quality control.
Regularly presenting creative content strategy and insights to executive staff and Senior Producer. These include: Technical Insights, Promotional Insights, Brand Enhancements, and Talent Relationship Insights.
Identifying ways to grow your show(s) both episodically and as a broader IP.
Driving general aesthetics, set design, and branding strategies with the Senior Producer.
Presenting analytics and engagement to all show stakeholders on a defined, regular basis.
When required, do first-pass edits for episodes and send to talent for quick review/feedback.
Production budgeting experience.
Communicate with host talent constantly – collaborating regularly and fostering that relationship to become a valued, influential creative partner.
Owning Host Ad-Reads: Making sure all are done properly, on time, and delivered to spec. Bonus points if you have worked with marketing/sales teams on past brand integrations. You may be expected to write ad copy/scripts for hosts, ensuring CTAs and all messaging is clear and correct during recordings.
QC and upload final audio and video to all applicable platforms (hosting platform, youtube, etc) and schedule for programmed release.
Create and write title/descriptions for specific episodes, according to defined optimization standards and best practices.
Grow: Identify the best path forward to make the show a success for all stakeholders.
Provide status updates, challenges, and success stories in weekly producer meetings – with input from the Senior and Associate Producer.
Attend regular creative meetings with your Senior Producer.
Attend and contribute to sales onboarding calls with sponsors.
Support guest bookings and outreach.
Ensure recording sessions run smoothly. Create recording notes and circle takes for editors.

Benefits

Remote work flexibility.
Flexible PTO, as approved.
Health Benefits, base coverage included at no cost (Health, Dental, Vision).
Employer-matching 401k plan.
Paid company holidays.

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.

Please note: The role will require testing in accordance with COVID protocols for in-studio recordings.

Kast Media is looking for a talented Associate Producer to join our team! The Associate Producer will work closely with our team of producers on The Opportunist to create smart, original content. We are a collaborative, small team that believes in the power of honest, non-sensationalized storytelling. The Associate Producer role will include a lot of research. We want someone who is internet savvy but also comfortable calling archival libraries, requesting court documents and going down rabbit holes looking for the right story. The AP will also transcribe interviews, manage the calendar, and participate in group edit sessions. We are looking for someone who is highly organized, proactive in their work style, with a sense of curiosity, and most importantly, a love for podcasts.

2+ years of audio production experience
Excellent research skills
Highly organized
Passion for narrative storytelling and familiarity with the true crime genre
Working knowledge of Adobe Audition or similar DAW
A team player who is proactive about getting things done
Not afraid to ask questions, a lifelong learner
General sense of curiosity about the world around you

You Should Have:

Support the producers in the production of the podcast
Research topics for the show
Keep a detailed and organized database of all research
Participate in group edits for the show
Cold email and call people to request interviews
Schedule interviews and keep the calendar updated
Run remote recordings
Review and transcribe interview tape
Write show notes
Create assemblies of the episodes, assist the editor in post-production processes

Our Dream Candidate Has:

Thorough experience and understanding of podcast production
Strong intuition in problem-solving
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 “Associate 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 fiction writers specializing in horror story-narrative for our premiere and immensely popular spooky anthology podcast. We’re looking for writers who can compose narrative podcast scripts from development to polish all in particularly tight deadlines.

How Will You Spend Your Time?

Receiving story concept assignments from host
Composing 6,000-word scripts
Working closely with Producers to refine revisions
Report to the Senior Producer weekly

You Should Have:

Experience writing scripts for horror anthology series podcasts
Strong time management skills
Ability to continually meet quick turn-around times
A passion for the podcasting industry
An ability to write specifically for audio and an understanding of how this is different from other mediums
A passion for innovative storytelling
An ability to write to the host’s voice
A proactive, problem-solving nature
Excellent grammar and syntax skills
An ability to collaborate well with a good attitude.
Shown ability to give and receive feedback

Our Dream Candidate Has:

An incredibly creative imagination
Expert writing skills in fiction
Excellent communication skills
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 “Horror Writer” in the subject heading. In addition, please attach samples of your relevant work, written or audio.

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.