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Form of workSouthern Cross Austereo is Australia’s leading media entertainment company, home of LiSTNR and the Triple M & HIT network. With the ability to reach 95% of the population through our Radio, TV and Digital channels, our mission is to Entertain, Inform & Inspire all Australians Anytime. Anywhere!
In 2021 we launched LiSTNR, a curated and personalised Audio-On-Demand destination. It is home to the Hit & Triple M networks, 25 music stations and over 500 podcasts. LiSTNR is Australia’s #1 podcast network reaching more than 8 million monthly listeners.
LiSTNR produces some of Australia’s most popular podcasts such as Hamish & Andy, The Howie Games and the original docu-series podcasts, Disclosed: The Children in the Pictures and The Secrets we Keep: Nest of Traitors.
Are you an audio Executive Producer or documentarian dedicated crime and injustice in Australia? Our award-winning LiSTNR Crime team are on the hunt for an experienced Executive Producer to join their team on a part-time basis (3 days per week), based in Sydney.
What’s on offer for you?
- Part-time position based out of our vibrant Sydney office
- Training and development opportunities, health and wellbeing initiatives, birthday leave, volunteer leave, concert tickets, footy tickets, social events – PLUS much more!
- Industry leading and gender neutral Paid Parental Leave Policy which offers 20 weeks paid parental leave for a primary carer.
- Award-winning, highly supportive and creative culture that enables you to be your best unique self!
- Flexible & hybrid working environment (we offer a range of flexible working options to help our people balance work and home life).
- Attractive salary package and opportunities for growth & progression – we love to promote internally across our 65 offices!
What you’ll be doing:
The LiSTNR Factual Podcast team focuses on making original and engaging content with an Australian lens and global appeal. The podcast slate tells untold stories about crime and injustice in Australia.
As a Factual Executive Producer for LiSTNR Crime you will develop and supervise the creative direction and production of original podcasts. Leading a team to create bespoke audio on demand content, documentary and essay-style series and, from time to time, Branded feature series podcasts.
The right candidate will have an established career in producing narrative longform and/or serialised true crime podcasts or non-fiction content. They will have a deep love for audio storytelling, narrative structure, demonstrable skills in audio writing, and thrive in a collaborative workplace where the team is always aiming to innovate and experiment with how stories are told.
They will also have a good understanding of copyright, broadcast and defamation law.
Please note: This role will be required to cover sensitive and potentially emotionally challenging news events from a people, product, and rostering perspective.
Experience we’re looking for:
At least 5 years podcast producing experience within Audio Documentaries / narrative non-fiction with a specialty in scripting.
Advanced story and character development skills, narrative structure, and editing skills with a strong understanding of sonic values
Skilled at coordinating schedules and deadlines, field reporting, producing key interviews, crafting narrative structure, writing scripts, and working with and organizing tape.
Ability for delivering clear, conscientious and constructive feedback on both stories and performance.
Good understanding of copyright and defamation law
A strong vision for what makes exceptional and ambitious stories.
Experienced team player with strong leadership skills
Experience managing, coaching and mentoring junior producers.
Strong interpersonal skills capable of dealing with conflict.
Ability to work calmly in a fast-paced, often hectic environment.
Strong proficiency in digital production tools, including ProTools
We are a values driven organisation - if you genuinely live and breathe our values, you’ll be a great addition to SCA.
- We’re Better Together
- People are our Power
- Always Curious
- We Push Doors Open
- Be Genuine
Still not convinced?
Head to our TikTok, Life@LiSTNR, for a sneak peak into some of the fun we have at SCA!
Keen? Apply now by submitting your resume via our careers page.
Hot tip: Make sure you download and sign up to LiSTNR – you may be asked about your listening experience throughout the interview process!
