Sr. Producer, Limited Series, Wondery

Description

Wondery is hiring for a Senior Producer for its narrative limited series podcasts (6-8 episode series like Dr. Death, Harsh Reality and Exposed). This role will work closely with producers, reporters, writers, story editors, hosts and sound designers to oversee story arcs on multiple episode series. If you’re a leader, self-starter and a team player with strong script editing skills, and an ear for post-production, we want to hear from you.

Key job responsibilities

• Work closely with the team to run all creative and logistical aspects of production for the show, including managing talent, running production meetings, and troubleshooting when issues arise
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the series, shepherding episodes from inception through the final mix.
• Support the work of reporters including reporting strategy, interview preparation and source management.
• Story edit scripts and outlines for clarity, accuracy, structure and a compelling character-driven arc.
• Provide both top-line notes and specific line edits/revisions, and prepare and approve final scripts, Provide research support as needed.
• Oversee fact checking and legal review process.
• Direct recording sessions with hosts and voice talent.
• Review all mixes and give detailed notes and feedback to sound designers.
• Work with producers and production management on the series calendar and deadlines.
• Track show calendar and deadlines/ make sure all series are on track for each step.
• Insist on the highest journalistic standards across production.
• Participate in research and pitch meetings to identify and shape future series.
  
  

About The Team

Wondery, an Amazon company, is a premium podcast studio known for character-driven, binge-worthy stories including Dr. Death, British Scandal, Even the Rich and Business Wars, as well as distribution of hit partner shows MrBallen, Morbid, and How I Built This. Wondery was behind six of the “Top 25 New Shows of 2023” (according to Podtrac) and is the #3 podcast network in the US (according to Podtrac and Triton) including Exposed, Ghost Story, Stolen Hearts, MrBallen’s Medical Mysteries, Frozen Head, and Spellcaster. 54 shows from Wondery have hit #1 on Apple Podcasts. Many Wondery podcasts have been adapted for scripted television or streaming series, including Dr. Death and Joe vs Carole on Peacock and The Shrink Next Door and WeCrashed on Apple TV+. Wondery has gained critical acclaim and commercial success for its immersive approach to sonic, emotionally driven storytelling. The Wondery app offers a unique, personalized, podcast-first listening experience, including access to its premium offering Wondery+. With Wondery+, fans get a premium listening experience, including exclusive podcasts, early access to new episodes of hit shows, ad-free listening, merch discounts, live streamed events, and more.

Basic Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience
• Experience editing scripts, conducting research, and giving sound design notes and direction for story-driven and fact-based shows
• Experience managing day-to-day logistics of a narrative, fact-based shows
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on narrative, long-form scripted audio shows
• Excellent writing and editing skills, preferably on scripted nonfiction content
  
  

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $91,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $195,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.


Company - Wondery LLC

Job ID: A2696324