Executive Producer

Posted here: September 9, 2026 · Closes: September 30, 2026

A full time position
Fully remote: working with a USA-based team at Pionaire Network.

Salary range: $60,000 to $80,000 (yearly rate) - subject to experience

Company: Pionaire Podcasting Network

Position: Executive Producer

Location: Remote, US Based with a US Based Team & US Hours

Reports To: VP of Programming & Production

Salary: $60,000-$80,000/year, depending on experience

Job Type: Full-Time

About Us Pionaire is a dynamic and growing podcast network committed to delivering engaging content through our shows. We believe in the power of storytelling and are looking for a motivated Executive Producer to join our team. If you love podcasts, are a creative problem solver, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!

Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic Executive Podcast Producer/Editor with 2+ years of experience in podcast production, including video editing. In this role, you will be responsible for the creative direction and production of multiple podcasts across a variety of genres. This is a remote role working with a US team.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Producing

• Serve as the primary Pionaire representative for the shows they Executive Produce on all matters; internally and externally.
• Develop strong and positive relationships with hosts and advocate for their needs.
• Work with talent to co-create a strong creative vision for the show including tone, creative direction, and brand voice.
• Consistently pitch fresh content ideas for every episode of every show.
• Establish successful workflow, deadlines and production schedule with talent and production staff.
• Oversee all aspects of episode planning and co-create engaging segments to maintain audience engagement.
• Ensure episodes meet editorial standards, legal/ethical guidelines, and brand voice.
• Sign off on final edits, mixes, and episode assets before talent final approval.
• Work with department heads on marketing and production budget and spending.
• Collaborate on marketing strategy including launch plans, branding, promotional campaigns, cross-promotions, and audience development to help the show stand out from its competition in the marketplace.
• Have a deep understanding of show analytics to set growth, programming and marketing goals.
• Identify social trends and proactively co-create promo content that will stand out on social media.
• Communicate and direct editors on all notes from initial edit to final cut of all content.
• Sign off on final edits of all video, audio and social content.
• Mentor associate producers and provide help to other staff members when needed.
• Ideate on content and co-present material for Production Workshops.
• Present status updates and check in on outstanding items in staff meetings.
• Stay up to date on industry trends and bring fresh ideas to the team.

Producing

• Name episodes and write SEO-optimized descriptions.
• Coordinate with talent and guests for recording sessions, including scheduling, pre-interviews, and technical troubleshooting. Send pre-recording best practices to guests and deliver social media promos to Pionaire talent and guests for promotion.
• Develop episode outlines, segment breakdowns, and content flow documents.
• Set up and manage remote and/or on-site recording sessions, ensuring optimal audio and video quality.
• Direct talent to ensure best performance.
• Take notes during recording and discuss notes after.
• Assist with Premium content creation and management as needed.
• Assist with live tour as needed.
• Maintain archive of top segments and moments for future use.
• Plan ahead with talent for vacations/travel.

Editing & Post-Production

• Edit full-length podcast and video episodes, including audio mixing, color correction, visual enhancements, overlays, and supplemental footage.
• Edit extended and bonus content, ensuring consistency with brand tone and visual identity.
• Schedule and publish episodes on YouTube, Audioboom, Acast, and other platforms with appropriate tagging and categorization.
• Manage and maintain YouTube and Audioboom channel organization, including playlists and settings.
• Record and edit baked-in ads, including overlays and translations as needed.
• Collaborate with the production team on ad vetting, placement, and compliance.

Social Media & Promotional Asset Creation

• Create short-form social clips and promotional assets for multiple shows (up 3 per episode).
• Design and optimize custom thumbnails for YouTube and other social platforms.
• Collaborate with marketing on promotional trailers and high-visibility campaigns (e.g., major ad placements and launches).

Additional Duties

• Collaborate with management on special projects as needed.
• Participate in Producer Workshops and staff meetings.
• Keep up to date with industry trends.
• Look for opportunities to incorporate new technologies into Pionaire offerings.
• All other duties assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in podcast production, with a focus on both audio and video editing.
• Proficiency in audio and video editing software (e.g., Adobe Audition and Premiere Pro preferred).
• Familiarity with podcast distribution platforms (e.g., Acast, or similar) and social media content creation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Passion for podcasts and storytelling, with a keen interest in staying current with industry trends.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a positive attitude and a collaborative mindset.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Pionaire is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

To apply

Please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and any examples of podcast episodes you have produced or edited (audio and/or video) to hiring@pionairepodcasting.com. Tell us why you’re passionate about podcasting and what makes you the perfect fit for our team!

Please mention podnews.net in your application.

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