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Freelance Podcast Host/Producer
Burlington, NJ
ArtPride New Jersey Foundation
Freelance
Posted November 25, 2020
The ArtPride New Jersey Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is currently seeking freelance podcast hosts/producers to create compelling content for its JerseyArts.com Culture Vultures digital publication, produced in partnership with the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.
Hosts/producers will be expected to research stories, conduct interviews, and produce podcasts between 15-25 minutes in length. Hosts/producers are welcome to pitch ideas; however, podcasts are assigned by and submitted to ArtPride's marketing and communications manager, who serves as assignment editor.
Hosts/producers will be expected to research stories, conduct interviews, and produce podcasts between 15-25 minutes in length. Hosts/producers are welcome to pitch ideas; however, podcasts are assigned by and submitted to ArtPride's marketing and communications manager, who serves as assignment editor.
Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct research on cultural events and interview artists and industry leaders necessary to develop original content to capture the attention of listeners.Record and edit audio files using professional equipment to produce quality content.
Communicate with assignment editor during editing process.
Provide story support materials (photos, graphics, audio/video links, etc.) and secure any rights needed for publication.
Review content for errors and inconsistencies prior to submitting podcasts for publication.
Submit podcasts on-time to meet scheduled deadlines.
Pitch story ideas to assignment editor.
Promote published content on social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.).
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (or relevant experience)Track record of producing arts and entertainment content for digital publication
Journalism background with experience in sound mixing and sound design software
Knowledge of the performing and visual arts
Ability to meet deadlines
Capacity to work independently
Preference will be given to those candidates who are aware of the latest SEO techniques and are able to aid in the development of strategies that will increase audience engagement across multiple platforms. An established following on social media is a plus. Travel throughout the region may be, although rarely, necessary to meet the needs of a story.
Salary: $900 per/podcast (plus travel expenses if necessary)
Benefits: None
About ArtPride
ArtPride is the state’s largest arts service and advocacy organization, providing a unified voice for New Jersey’s arts community by promoting the arts, protecting public funding, and offering a wide range of programs and services for the field. For more information about ArtPride and its programs, visit ArtPrideNJ.org.
The Culture Vultures digital publication is part of Discover Jersey Arts, a program dedicated to increasing the awareness of and participation in the arts, presented in partnership with the New Jersey State Council on the Arts. For more information, visit JerseyArts.com.
Location
ArtPride New Jersey Foundation
432 High Street, First Floor
Burlington, NJ 08016
Equal Opportunity Employer
ArtPride is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability.
