Podcast Content Producer - James O'Brien in London

We’re looking for a creative and highly organised Podcast Content Producer – Subscription to develop and deliver content across Global’s podcast slate within Global Studios. This role will primarily work across our news and factual podcasts.

As a Podcast Content Producer – Subscription at Global, you’ll work closely with the teams behind individual podcasts to create compelling content that adds value for audiences and strengthens engagement. You’ll typically work across at least two shows at a time, collaborating with Senior Producers, Executive Producers, Video Producers, Digital Content Producers and high-profile talent to deliver high-quality audio and visual content.

You’ll bring strong editorial instincts, excellent production judgement and the ability to thrive under deadline pressure. You should be confident working independently while also contributing positively to a collaborative team environment. Strong audio editing skills are essential, with video editing skills highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Content Production (50%) - Produce engaging content across Global’s podcast slate, ensuring it aligns with each podcast’s tone, brand and audience expectations.
• Creative Development & Collaboration (25%) - Work across at least two podcasts at a time, generating ideas for content and collaborating closely with Senior Producers, Executive Producers, Video Producers, Social Producers and on-air talent.
• Editing, Delivery & Workflow (25%) - Edit audio to a high standard, support the creation of video-led content where required, manage multiple priorities and deadlines, and maintain excellent production values, accuracy and consistency across all output.

What You’ll Love About This Role

• Think Big - Shape premium bonus content for some of Global’s most exciting podcasts, helping to deepen audience connection and enhance the audience experience across multiple genres.
• Own It - Take responsibility for the end-to-end delivery of subscriber content across at least two shows, from idea generation through to final edit and publication.
• Keep it Simple - Turn strong editorial ideas into clear, focused audio and visual pieces that feel natural and rewarding for subscribers.
• Better Together - Work closely with experienced creative teams and high-profile talent within Global Studios, contributing to a positive and collaborative culture.

What Success Looks Like

In your first few months, you’ll have:

• Built strong working relationships with the teams behind at least two podcast shows.
• Developed and delivered engaging content tailored to each show’s audience.
• Worked effectively with senior editorial and production teams to maintain high creative and production standards.
• Contributed ideas that support audience engagement, subscriber value and content innovation.

What You’ll Need

• Proven experience producing high-quality audio content, ideally within podcasts, radio or digital media.
• Excellent editorial judgement and the ability to spot ideas that will resonate with podcast audiences.
• Exceptional audio editing skills, with video editing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working across both audio and visual content, with high levels of production care and attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexibly across different genres, including news, factual and entertainment.
• Experience collaborating with a range of stakeholders, including senior production staff and high-profile talent.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work calmly and effectively to deadlines.
• A good understanding of podcast audiences and what drives engagement and loyalty.
• Ability to work equally well independently and as part of a team, with consistently high standards of craft and creativity.