Audio Engineer, MS NOW

MS NOW is looking for an audio engineer to join our podcast team. This role will work across the unit to support multiple projects and ensure high technical standards by mixing tape for audio and video platforms, as well as fine tuning our video podcasts.

The engineer’s role starts early in the production process: helping to set up the tech for remote and in-person interviews, troubleshoot connection and technical problems, and positioning talent and guests to ensure the highest possible recording. The engineers will also ingest audio and video files, plus prepare edit sessions for the team of producers. In the final stages of the process, it is the engineer’s responsibility to ensure podcasts are beautifully mastered and delivered to spec.

The engineer should be extremely detailed oriented, while also knowing how to work fast. It’s essential to have a mastery of advanced engineering techniques and be comfortable troubleshooting when something goes wrong. The ideal candidate will also be comfortable working on video podcasts, as the majority of MS NOW’s podcasts live on both traditional audio platforms as well as YouTube.

We are also looking for someone who understands and has an interest in news and politics, as well as journalism best practices. The engineer will report to the Senior Production Manager and collaborate daily with producers and other team members.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Run technical setup on remote recordings
• Collaborate with TV crews on cross-platform shoots
• Collaborate with event venues on live recordings
• Ingest video and audio for podcast edits
• Mix audio
• Edit video podcast episodes
• Troubleshoot problems with Descript, Pro Tools, Riverside, Premiere, and more
• Master new technologies and workflows when needed
• Make updated equipment suggestions to the Senior Production Manager
• Work with the Senior Production Manager to make sure all producers & APs have necessary equipment and technical resources
• QC publishing deliverables
• Ensure spec compliance for audio and video podcast platforms
• Develop and maintain in-house music library
• Compile cue sheets

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years of audio production experience
• Strong grasp of audio engineering fundamentals
• High-level technical expertise in Pro Tools and Descript
• Experience in Adobe Suite (Premiere Pro) and DaVinci Resolve
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects under deadline

Desired Qualifications:

• Collaborative attitude and strong communication skills
• Self-motivated to continually grow their skillset
• Fast learner
• Able to take accountability
• Enjoys solving problems, and does so pro-actively
• Works well within a large organization
• Comfortable working on shared projects

Additional Requirements

• Must be willing to work varied and sometimes unpredictable shifts as news and production needs change.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.  

Salary Range: $100,000-$120,000

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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