TED Conferences
Podcast Publishing and Programming Specialist
TED Conferences, New York, New York, us, 10261
Company Description
ABOUT TED
TED is a non-profit that believes Ideas change everything. Powerful ideas, powerfully presented, move us: to feel something, to think differently, to take action.
At TED, we seek to bridge, include, and diversify because we truly believe ideas are for everyone. It is important to us to attract individuals from diverse backgrounds who are curious about the world.
Job Description
The Podcast Publishing and Programming Specialist is a unique position at the TED Audio Collective for early career generalists that can combine technical know-how with editorial prowess. The Podcast Publishing and Programming Specialist offers key support in managing podcast publishing and programming processes, gaining hands-on experience in the creative editorial work that makes TED's podcast network standout in the marketplace. This role requires attention to detail, technical proficiency, and the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines. This role reports to the Executive Editor and Producer, Podcasts with a dotted line to the Director of Publishing & Social.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
PROGRAMMING AND EDITORIALMetadata and Descriptions: Drafts and optimizes episode titles, descriptions, and show notes for SEO and audience engagementOutreach and Booking support: Supports curation in tracking guest outreach with speed, professionalism, and enthusiasm with internal and external teamsScheduling: With the Executive Editor, works on scheduling episodes for release according to the TAC editorial calendar, ensuring timely publication and that marketing and editorial calendars are in syncPODCAST PUBLISHING
Manage the daily technical publishing process of all TED Audio Collective podcasts including liaising with various producers and production teams, as well as editorial, publishing, and programming leadsMaintain and systemize each podcast's Airtable to ensure congruence between shows, and up-to-date information for other TED teams to viewLead the storage and file management of TED's audio assets, providing key information such as specs, file segmentations, and nomenclature to producersVerify audio files for quality, completeness, and proper formatting before and after uploadQuality controls uploads for any issues, troubleshoots problems, and liaises as needed.Work with podcasting publishing platform partners to create and launch RSS feed onto platformsUndertake miscellaneous projects and tasks as neededOPERATIONS AND ANALYTICS
Artwork and Media: Manages show artwork and any promotional assets used by guestsAnalytics: With the Executive Editor and Senior Data and Insights Manager, tracks and reports on episode performance metrics, download statistics, and audience engagementRELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Platform Management: Maintains and updates podcast RSS feeds and our publishing platforms; Manages episode uploads and pages on TED.com; Delivers assets to international distribution partners and any internal stakeholdersHost support: Manages positive and productive relationships with hosts by handling questions and concerns with special regard for troubleshooting on episode release days; With the Executive Editor, coordinates quarterly meeting with hosts to discuss performance, development, and check-ins regarding production schedulesCollaboration:
Works closely with production, marketing, and editorial teams to align on episode releases, promotional strategies, and execution of special seriesQualifications
At least three years of professional experience with demonstrated skills in digital project management and coordination and/or publishingStrong written and verbal communication skills including experience copywriting and web content writing and familiarity with style guide and best grammar practicesPassion for podcasts and digital mediaPrevious experience in podcast production, digital media, or a related field is highly desirableAn eye for detail and a willingness to learn new technologiesExcellent problem-solving skillsSelf-starter that can troubleshoot with speed and accuracyCreative thinking and exceptional organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficientlyComfortable working independently and as part of a teamFamiliarity with SEO best practices, RSS feeds, and digital content management
Additional Information
Salary Range:
$70,000 - $90,000
TED Conferences LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We invite all qualified candidates to apply online with their resume.
ABOUT TED
TED is a non-profit that believes Ideas change everything. Powerful ideas, powerfully presented, move us: to feel something, to think differently, to take action.
At TED, we seek to bridge, include, and diversify because we truly believe ideas are for everyone. It is important to us to attract individuals from diverse backgrounds who are curious about the world.
Job Description
The Podcast Publishing and Programming Specialist is a unique position at the TED Audio Collective for early career generalists that can combine technical know-how with editorial prowess. The Podcast Publishing and Programming Specialist offers key support in managing podcast publishing and programming processes, gaining hands-on experience in the creative editorial work that makes TED's podcast network standout in the marketplace. This role requires attention to detail, technical proficiency, and the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines. This role reports to the Executive Editor and Producer, Podcasts with a dotted line to the Director of Publishing & Social.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
PROGRAMMING AND EDITORIALMetadata and Descriptions: Drafts and optimizes episode titles, descriptions, and show notes for SEO and audience engagementOutreach and Booking support: Supports curation in tracking guest outreach with speed, professionalism, and enthusiasm with internal and external teamsScheduling: With the Executive Editor, works on scheduling episodes for release according to the TAC editorial calendar, ensuring timely publication and that marketing and editorial calendars are in syncPODCAST PUBLISHING
Manage the daily technical publishing process of all TED Audio Collective podcasts including liaising with various producers and production teams, as well as editorial, publishing, and programming leadsMaintain and systemize each podcast's Airtable to ensure congruence between shows, and up-to-date information for other TED teams to viewLead the storage and file management of TED's audio assets, providing key information such as specs, file segmentations, and nomenclature to producersVerify audio files for quality, completeness, and proper formatting before and after uploadQuality controls uploads for any issues, troubleshoots problems, and liaises as needed.Work with podcasting publishing platform partners to create and launch RSS feed onto platformsUndertake miscellaneous projects and tasks as neededOPERATIONS AND ANALYTICS
Artwork and Media: Manages show artwork and any promotional assets used by guestsAnalytics: With the Executive Editor and Senior Data and Insights Manager, tracks and reports on episode performance metrics, download statistics, and audience engagementRELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Platform Management: Maintains and updates podcast RSS feeds and our publishing platforms; Manages episode uploads and pages on TED.com; Delivers assets to international distribution partners and any internal stakeholdersHost support: Manages positive and productive relationships with hosts by handling questions and concerns with special regard for troubleshooting on episode release days; With the Executive Editor, coordinates quarterly meeting with hosts to discuss performance, development, and check-ins regarding production schedulesCollaboration:
Works closely with production, marketing, and editorial teams to align on episode releases, promotional strategies, and execution of special seriesQualifications
At least three years of professional experience with demonstrated skills in digital project management and coordination and/or publishingStrong written and verbal communication skills including experience copywriting and web content writing and familiarity with style guide and best grammar practicesPassion for podcasts and digital mediaPrevious experience in podcast production, digital media, or a related field is highly desirableAn eye for detail and a willingness to learn new technologiesExcellent problem-solving skillsSelf-starter that can troubleshoot with speed and accuracyCreative thinking and exceptional organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficientlyComfortable working independently and as part of a teamFamiliarity with SEO best practices, RSS feeds, and digital content management
Additional Information
Salary Range:
$70,000 - $90,000
TED Conferences LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We invite all qualified candidates to apply online with their resume.