About Us: Ark Media is a mission-driven podcast network exploring the big questions shaping Jewish life, Israel's future, and our rapidly changing world. We produce original programming featuring thought leaders and aim to build community through curiosity, rigor, and meaningful dialogue.
About the Role: We're looking for a Senior Producer to own the quality and performance of our shows. Reporting to the CEO on the Content team, this is a hands-on leadership role that combines editorial direction, production oversight, and team management. Please note this position follows a non-traditional schedule that includes Sunday hours.
Responsibilities: Editorial Leadership • Own show quality and performance; serve as the decision-maker on content • Ensure adherence to our standards for rigor and storytelling
Production Oversight • Manage end-to-end production pipelines • Establish workflows and standards • Step into scripting, editing, fact-checking, and directing as needed
Performance Analysis • Monitor analytics across downloads, retention, and engagement • Translate data into editorial decisions
Team Management • Manage producers, the production manager, and editors • Provide feedback and support hiring and onboarding
Show Development • Generate and develop new show concepts • Identify and recruit talent • Pilot and iterate on formats
Systems Building • Create scalable production and development processes with clear roles and responsibilities
Qualifications: • 5-8+ years in podcasting or audio production, preferably in journalism • Proven track record producing high-quality audio content • Background in news, geopolitics, or current affairs • Team management experience with multiple concurrent projects • New show development and launch experience • Strong communication and feedback capabilities • Hands-on audio and video editing skills • Familiarity with podcast analytics and performance metrics
Candidates should demonstrate a deep interest in Jewish life, Israel, and global affairs and a commitment to thoughtful, rigorous public conversation. We value intellectual curiosity, nuance, and civil debate.
Salary: $110,000–$140,000 annually, based on location and experience. Remote, United States; international candidates will be considered and must be available during Eastern Time hours.
To Apply: Submit your resume, three work samples, and complete a 10–15 minute questionnaire through the link below.