Podcast Social Media Producer

Role Overview

As a Podcast Social Media Producer, your primary responsibility will be to create and share engaging social media content for various podcasts within our network. This involves producing short video clips, motion graphic promotions, static images, and customized content tailored to each platform's unique requirements. You will collaborate closely with podcast producers, hosts, and marketing teams to ensure that the content reflects the unique tone and audience of each show.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver captivating social media content including episode video excerpts, motion graphics, GIFs, image assets, stories, reels, captions, and platform-specific versions tailored to each show.
• Work directly with show producers and hosts to identify key moments from podcast episodes that translate into compelling short social clips with a clear storytelling arc.
• Fine-tune content for optimal performance across social channels by adjusting length, format, captions, hashtags, thumbnails, and calls-to-action, staying updated on the latest platform algorithms and trends.
• Monitor metrics such as views, reach, engagement, follower growth, and click-through rates, using insights gained to continuously improve content strategy.
• Maintain organized archives of digital assets and templates; streamline production workflows through automation and batching techniques.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated proficiency in creating social video content (15 seconds to 3 minutes) and image/motion graphics for podcasts or digital media brands.
• Strong storytelling abilities to select moments that attract viewer attention, evoke emotion or insight, and drive engagement.
• Deep familiarity with social media platforms including Instagram (feed, stories, reels), TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and LinkedIn, including up-to-date knowledge of platform trends, formats, and algorithm updates.
• Experienced in adapting creative style and tone to diverse podcast audiences and brand identities.
• Advanced skills in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, and image editing tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and Canva including motion graphic templates.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines while effectively communicating and collaborating across teams.
• Comfortable analyzing data and applying insights to enhance content effectiveness.
• Excellent verbal and written communication capabilities.
• A portfolio or demo reel demonstrating previous work in social short-form video, motion graphics, and social media campaigns.
• Prior experience in podcast or editorial-driven media companies preferred.
• Bonus: familiarity with audio editing or podcast production workflows.

Work Location

This position is based in New York City and requires onsite presence.

About Vox Media

Vox Media is a company committed to fostering an inclusive environment where employees can bring their authentic selves to work and produce outstanding content. Our team members come from diverse backgrounds, and we value a wide range of perspectives in shaping our stories and products.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time permanent role with comprehensive benefits coverage. The position offers a salary range between $73,000 and $91,000 USD annually, dependent on experience and skill set. The role is part of the Vox Media Union, represented by the Writers Guild of America, East. Our benefits support employees throughout different stages of life.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

We actively promote a workplace free from discrimination, welcoming applicants regardless of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability status, national origin, veteran status, age, or any legally protected characteristic. We also comply with Fair Chance laws and provide reasonable accommodations for candidates requesting them throughout the hiring process.

Recruitment Process

The hiring team will review applications promptly. Please be cautious of fraudulent recruiters; all legitimate communication will come from official company email addresses ending in @voxmedia.com.