Reference: 95599
Date Added: 29 January 2025
Closing Date: 28 February 2025
Job Title: Content Creator & Presenter – Election-Based Podcast
Working For: Democracy Volunteers
Location: Online
Salary: £15 per hour based on 4-8 hours per week
Length of Contract: Initially 6 months
Job Details
We are seeking a dynamic, engaging, and self-motivated Content Creator & Presenter for an election-focused podcast. The ideal candidate will not only host and create compelling content but will also be responsible for editing episodes and actively seeking sponsorships and advertising opportunities to grow the show. This is a remote position.
Podcast Hosting:
- Lead the podcast by hosting discussions, interviews, and debates on election-related topics.
- Provide engaging commentary, research-based insights, and thought-provoking questions to guests.
- Ensure a smooth and professional presentation with clear, concise, and lively delivery.
Content Creation & Editing:
- Write, research, and develop podcast topics and episode scripts.
- Edit podcast audio to ensure high-quality production, including removing background noise, enhancing sound quality, and ensuring smooth transitions.
- Maintain the tone, branding, and style of the podcast.
Sponsorship & Advertising:
- Actively seek out sponsorships and advertising partnerships that align with the podcast's theme and target audience.
- Reach out to potential sponsors and negotiate ad placement within episodes.
- Incorporate sponsor messages seamlessly into episodes, ensuring a balance between commercial content and listener experience
Collaboration & Communication:
- Collaborate with the production team and guests, ensuring timely episode releases and accurate information.
- Maintain regular communication to track progress, address concerns, and brainstorm ideas for future episodes.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Evidence of either experience or aptitude to be a podcast host, content creator, or presenter.
- Knowledge of election-related topics, political processes, and current events.
- Excellent verbal communication and interviewing skills.
- Experience in audio editing, preferably using tools like Adobe Audition, Audacity, or similar software.
- Ability to engage listeners and present complex topics in an accessible, engaging way.
- Strong self-starter with the ability to work independently and proactively seek out sponsorship and advertising opportunities.
- Passion for politics, elections, and current events.
Closing Date: 28 February 2025
Interview/Start Dates
Interviews will be held online in the week commencing 10th March 2025. Start date is in early April (by agreement).
Application Details
Please apply with a CV and a covering letter by uploading them at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PCASTAPP2025
Website: https://democracyvolunteers.org/