Podcast Specialist

Job description

**Job Purpose** This role is responsible for planning, producing, and delivering high-quality podcasts that align with Bajaj Finserv's brand, business objectives, and content strategy. The individual will manage the complete podcast production lifecycle—from ideation and guest coordination to recording, editing, publishing, and performance analysis. **Key Responsibilities** - Plan and execute end-to-end podcast production including pre-production, recording, editing, publishing, and promotion. - Collaborate with internal stakeholders to conceptualize podcast themes, episode formats, and content calendars. - Research industry trends and develop engaging podcast concepts relevant to finance, technology, business, and consumer awareness. - Coordinate with hosts, speakers, guests, agencies, and production teams to ensure smooth recording schedules. - Edit podcasts using professional audio editing tools to deliver high-quality audio with music, transitions, noise reduction, and mastering. - Publish podcasts across major platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music, and other distribution channels. - Create episode descriptions, titles, metadata, transcripts, and promotional content for digital marketing. - Work closely with content, branding, social media, and marketing teams to maximize podcast reach and engagement. - Monitor podcast performance metrics including downloads, listener retention, audience engagement, and campaign effectiveness. - Ensure all podcast content adheres to brand guidelines, legal requirements, and editorial standards. - Stay updated with emerging podcasting trends, AI-based audio tools, and new content formats. **Ideal Candidate** Required Skills - Strong understanding of podcast production workflows. - Hands-on experience with audio editing software such as Adobe Audition, Audacity, GarageBand, Descript, Riverside, or similar tools. - Experience in scripting, storytelling, interview preparation, and editorial planning. - Knowledge of podcast publishing platforms and RSS feed management. - Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project coordination skills. - Understanding of audio quality, sound design, and post-production techniques. - Familiarity with AI-powered tools for transcription, editing, captioning, or content repurposing is an added advantage. Preferred Background - Experience in podcast production for brands, media houses, digital content companies, agencies, or corporate communications. - Background in Journalism, Digital Media, Content Marketing, Broadcast Media, Radio, or Corporate Communications. - Experience producing business, finance, technology, or leadership-focused podcasts will be preferred.