Podcast Operations Assistant

Podcast Operations Assistant We're on a mission to unleash the power of content you in? We've got the brands, we've got the stars, we've got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet now all we're missing is YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter both for our audiences and our employees and aim to leave a positive mark on culture. The CBS News podcast team is seeking a highly organized, full-time Podcast Operations Assistant to support operational, marketing, and production needs across our shows, with a primary focus on the 48 Hours podcast catalog. This role helps support the end-to-end production, distribution, and promotion of CBS podcasts, working closely with producers, marketers, and internal and external partners to ensure assets are delivered accurately, on time, and to spec. Key Responsibilities Operations Maintain accurate records and documentation across production and marketing. Vet potential podcast sponsors for host-read ad production across all CBS News series. Train producers across Paramount on the hosting platform (Amperwave) and related workflows. Help maintain the CBS News and 48 Hours podcast programming calendars. Support team coordination, meeting prep, and other operational tasks for 48 Hours pods. Provide general assistance to improve team efficiency and workflow. Marketing Maintain an inventory of core brand resources (key art, promotional assets, style guides) for all CBS News series. Deliver promotional assets for 48 Hours podcasts to press, partners, and collaborators. Traffic audio promo campaigns for all CBS News series to ensure proper placement and scheduling. Build and manage trackable links, pixels, and conversion events for all CBS News series to measure engagement and creative efficacy. Produce select 48 Hours pod promotional assets and copy for digital marketing channels (social, YouTube, web). Prep 48 Hours pod assets for awards consideration and submit entries. Design pre- and post-campaign performance reports and slide decks for 48 Hours pods that summarize results and insights. Research industry trends and partnership/development opportunities. Production Schedule and set up remote and in-person recordings for 48 Hours podcast series. Mix and upload 48 Hours podcast episodes, place ad breaks, and ensure metadata accuracy. Manage and organize CBS News podcast audio files for fast, reliable access. Ensure timely delivery and on-site setup of materials for hosts and guests involved with 48 Hours podcasts. Qualifications & Skills 1-2 years of prior experience in podcast production, marketing, or media operations. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Familiarity with podcasting tools (Descript, Riverside, etc.) and audio editing software like Audition and/or ProTools. Familiarity with organizational tools (AirTable, Excel, etc.) Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation's #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations' top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News' streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today's digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division. Hiring Salary Range: $30 - 35. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. 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