Podcast Audio Editor
We are seeking a skilled Podcast Audio Editor to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for editing podcast audio files, enhancing sound quality, implementing sound design, adding music, and ensuring overall quality control for each episode.
Job Description:
As a Podcast Audio Editor, you will be working closely with the content team to maintain brand consistency and meet deadlines efficiently. Your key responsibilities will include:
* Edit raw podcast audio into polished, broadcast-ready episodes
* Remove filler words, false starts, redundancies, and off-topic tangents
* Improve pacing, clarity, and flow without changing the speaker's voice or intent
* Restructure sections when needed based on how questions were answered
* Insert intro/outro, sponsor reads, disclaimers, or updates when required
* Follow embedded audio notes and written instructions carefully
* Deliver clean final WAV/MP3 files on deadline
* Produce 3–4 short clips per episode for marketing use
* Support up to two rounds of edits per episode when requested
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you will need to have:
* 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
Benefits:
This is a contract remote role that offers the opportunity to work independently while still being part of a team. You will have the flexibility to work from anywhere and choose your own hours as long as you can meet deadlines.
You will also have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and gain experience in podcast production.