Audio Producer (Sports)

Mediahuis is delighted to expand our podcast slate this autumn with a new daily sports podcast presented by Joe Molloy. This new podcast joins our already impressive and award-winning portfolio of podcasts that includes The Left Wing, The Throw-In, The Indo Daily, The Big Tech Show, Real Health, Crime World and our Irish podcast Seachtain.

To join us on this exciting journey, we are seeking an experienced Audio Producer with a passion for sports to work on sports audio content and play a key role in the creation of our new daily sports podcast.

The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality and engaging audio content that captivates our audience and sets our podcast apart in the competitive sports media landscape.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of our current podcast slate while being a part of a dynamic and collaborative media environment. The producer will be working closely with the Senior Sports Audio Producer, journalists and editors across Mediahuis Ireland in a busy, deadline-driven environment bringing top-quality content to listeners. 
Role Responsibilities (Overview)

Take ownership and build podcast listenership by developing audio strategy.

Oversee output; from pre-production, research to recording, editing, and publishing.

Develop creative and innovative ideas for segments, interviews, and features to keep the content fresh, exciting, and in line with audience preferences.

Bring to life high-quality coverage across breaking sports news, live event coverage and informative analysis.

Be a confident, engaging and authoritative on-air contributor and cover presenter.

Identify and secure the best contributors.

Write creative and concise briefs and running orders.

Write short, punchy, and conversational scripts for presenters.

Develop strong relationships with presenters and regular contributors.

Give constructive feedback to presenters and guests.

Collaborate with hosts, guests, and other team members to ensure seamless production workflows, brainstorm ideas, provide input, and contribute to the overall creative direction of the podcast.

Proactively seek opportunities to engage with the audience through social media, and other platforms to build a loyal listener base.

Work closely with sound designers, give clear feedback and direction in post-production.

Manage studio bookings and recordings both in studio and on location.

Other duties as required.

Note: This role requires flexibility in working hours to accommodate the demands of a daily podcast production schedule

Experience & Qualifications (Minimum Experience & Essential Knowledge)

At least 3 years’ podcast or radio production experience, preferably within sports media.

3rd level media/journalist qualification desirable.

A portfolio or reel highlighting previous work in audio production.

Skills
Behavioural

Results-driven with hands-on, creative experience of growing audience reach within the radio or podcast industry.

Strong news sense and editorial judgement, with a passion for sports storytelling.

Flexibility to adapt to a continuously changing journalistic landscape.

Ability to plan ahead and stay organised.

Strong presentation and communication skills.  

Results oriented.  

Deep interest and understanding of the podcast landscape.