Podcast Audio Editor Job
At our company, we are looking for a skilled Podcast Audio Editor to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in editing long-form podcasts and possess strong editorial judgment.
Responsibilities:
1. Edit raw podcast audio into polished, broadcast-ready episodes
2. Remove filler words, false starts, redundancies, and off-topic tangents
3. Improve pacing, clarity, and flow without changing the speaker's voice or intent
4. Restructure sections when needed based on how questions were answered
5. Insert intro/outro, sponsor reads, disclaimers, or updates when required
6. Follow embedded audio notes and written instructions carefully
7. Deliver clean final WAV/MP3 files on deadline
8. Produce 3–4 short clips per episode for marketing use
9. Support up to two rounds of edits per episode when requested
What We're Looking For:
* Proven experience editing long-form podcasts (interview or narrative style)
* Strong editorial judgment — you know what to cut and why
* Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely
* Comfortable working with physician and expert-level conversations
* Fast, reliable turnaround times
* Clear, professional communication
* Familiarity with tools like Descript, Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, Logic, or similar
Qualifications:
* Proficiency in Audio Editing, including cleaning, trimming, and fine-tuning audio files
* Experience with Sound Design and the ability to enhance audio with effects and background elements
* Knowledge of Sound and Music production basics to seamlessly incorporate them into content
* Strong Editing skills paired with attention to detail to maintain high-quality output
* Familiarity with audio editing software such as Adobe Audition, Audacity, or similar tools
* Ability to work independently, communicate effectively with teams, and meet deadlines
* Experience in podcast production is a plus
* Background in audio engineering, media production, or a related field is beneficial