Lead Producer (Pioneers of AI)

The Pioneers of AI Lead Producer is a creative, collaborative swiss army knife who is a key member of WaitWhat’s production team. We are looking for a versatile producer with strong editorial instincts and a passion for learning and experimentation in tech. The Lead Producer will be a thought partner for the host of the show, as we seek to highlight the most interesting innovators in AI, while unpacking the urgent questions that AI raises when it comes to business, society, culture, and humanity. 

The Lead Producer should also be well-versed in interview crafting, knowing how to elegantly and efficiently produce the hybrid audio and video format of the show. We are looking for a sharp editorial mind, keen ears, and a versatile, adaptable can-do attitude. 

The producer will also take part in guest curation, idea-generating, script writing, and shaping the editorial voice of the show; you will be a teammate of a creative cross-disciplinary team. This role is an ideal fit for someone who is curious and passionate about investigating the way AI is transforming our world, and invested in experimenting with AI tools as part of that discovery.  

The Lead Producer will report to the Executive Producer of Pioneers of AI and will work alongside a team including a talent booker, video editor, and mix engineer.

Responsibilities

Pitch guests and episode topics

Partner with the host on the editorial voice and format of the show

Manage the show's production workflow and schedule to ensure timely publishing

Collaborate with the video editor, mix engineer, and talent booker, and delegate tasks within the team

Direct host in interview recordings

Edit episode audio and/or video in Descript

Ability to assemble and edit episodes in ProTools or Premiere Pro a plus

Coordinate with mix engineer on episode sound design, mix and mastering

Outline and draft scripts for host

Maintain voice of show across platforms (with support of Editor/EP and Host)

Handle recording logistics, including booking studios and sending out recording kits 

Coordinate with video editor, giving editorial direction and feedback to episode videos

Collaborate with marketing team on preparing social media and promotional assets for the show

Take part in WaitWhat’s AI tool experimentation, engaging in and/or leading pilot projects around workflow, research, and creative execution

Participate in creative ideation, brainstorming and supporting general WaitWhat franchise extensions such as live events and webinars

Work alongside video, design, technology, events, audience engagement and all WaitWhat teams on content creation, production, management, and promotion

Support the EP of Pioneers of AI in sharing timely updates with the team that include content, data and goals, and budget 

Be service-oriented with internal and external partners

Bring a constructive mindset to all aspects of your job and a ‘no job too big or too small’, ‘all hands on deck’, ‘we can find a way’ mentality

Requirements

5+ years audio production experience in podcasting or radio, specifically with deadline-oriented interview formats; previous experience lead producing a show preferred

A passion for experimentation with AI tools (e.g. vibe coding, agent building)

A passionate curiosity and thoughtfulness about cutting-edge technology and its role in society

Demonstrated experience in working effectively with hosts

A love for working “in tape”

A genuine interest in covering technology and business, and a belief in the value it brings to our audience 

Excellent Pro-Tools editing experience 

Fluency with Descript (or similar) and a Descript-to-ProTools workflow

A proactive, collaborative, and constructive problem solver 

A ferocious appetite to research and figure out tasks you may not be familiar with

Experience organizing media assets, directory structures, and maximizing post-production workflows

Time management skills to coordinate multiple projects

A direct communicator who has the finesse and maturity to communicate effectively with both internal and external partners

Someone who wants to both roll up their sleeves and do the work 

You are grounded, honest, and a team player who thrives on collaboration

You have a sense of humor and delight in what you do

You have a genuine interest in Artificial Intelligence and its applications