Technical Manager, Podcast & Audio Operations

About This Role

Lead the audio engineering, video podcast production, and studio operations for The Wall Street Journal, overseeing technical infrastructure and spearheading training across the newsroom to ensure world-class audio experiences.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of staff and freelance audio engineers.
• Equip and staff all projects, creating production timelines to ensure every show meets its deadline.
• Oversee studio scheduling, hardware inventory, RSS feeds, and software ecosystems.
• Strategize budgets and provide recommendations for new equipment and software upgrades.
• Monitor audio quality across the slate, proactively resolving technical issues.
• Maintain and account for all studio equipment to ensure 24/7 working order.
• Mix, master, and edit shows, promos, and video content.
• Curate the WSJ music library, composing new themes, stingers, and interstitials to keep our sound fresh.
• Establish and evolve mix and mastering standards to maintain high production values.
• Partner with Apple, Spotify, and internal Product teams to ensure technical quality and timely delivery.
• Manage all technical training for Audio staff and lead initiatives to turn journalists into confident podcasters.

Requirements

• 8+ years of technical experience in daily podcasting or radio (news environment ideal)
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, Premiere, and Descript
• Ability to train others in audio software
• Deep interest in The Journal’s core coverage areas (Business, Finance, Tech)
• Proven experience in product development and launching new multimedia initiatives

Qualifications

• 8+ years of technical experience in daily podcasting or radio, ideally within a news environment.

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits