Podcaster and Content Creator Psychology Today
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Psychology Today is launching a new interview-style podcast exploring psychology, behavioral science, and the broader culture. We're looking for someone to serve as the show's podcaster. This is a rare opportunity to shape a new editorial product from the ground up, with real creative latitude over how the show sounds, looks, and grows. The ideal candidate can develop, schedule and lead conversations with guests, with an eye for strong topics, on-air chemistry and what makes social media packaging/clipping of material across PT's many social media platforms. Note: A Psychology Today staff editor will occasionally co-host or step in as host for select episodes. Responsibilities Hosting & Editorial Research topics, prepare questions, and plan/outline episodes Bring sharp editorial judgment and creative initiative to pitch and shape new episode ideas and formats Identify, research, and book guests (bloggers, subject-matter experts, researchers) Prepare for each episode â background research, question development, brief pre-interview calls with guests Maintain an organized, visible guest pipeline/calendar (upcoming guests, topics, scheduling status) Requirements Demonstrated podcasting experience â please share platforms, shows, or projects you've built, hosted, or produced Strong writing and editing fundamentals; familiarity with SEO and content management systems to maximize the reach of show notes. Comfortable and engaging on camera/mic A background in behavioral science, translational science writing, or clinical/research psychology is a strong plus; an individual with strong journalistic experience is also welcome to apply Collaborate with producer/editors on episode direction and quality, but they are not responsible for editing or technical production To apply, please send a brief cover letter that: Characterizes the editorial content delivered by the Psychology Today expert authors on the homepage, and share who/if anyone you'd reach out to as a possible guest. Please share names of expert authors/bloggers whom you considered and why you landed on the individual you're pitching at this time. Please include a brief overview of how you'd approach the conversation, including several kick-off questions. Describes your experience with podcasting â platforms, shows, or projects you've hosted, produced, or contributed to (please include links/samples) Benefits Contract position, no benefits. $2,000/month, based on weekly episode cadence (:4 episodes/month) plus ongoing guest-booking responsibilities. Please mention the word **HOORAY** and tag RMjAwMTo0MWQwOjcwMToxMTAwOjo2NzRh when applying to show you read the job post completely (#RMjAwMTo0MWQwOjcwMToxMTAwOjo2NzRh). This is a beta feature to avoid spam applicants. Companies can search these words to find applicants that read this and see they're human.
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