Director of Podcast Production, Remote (Podcasting / Audio Media)

About the role

TransLash is a multi-platform, award-winning organization focused on producing media that centers the lives and stories of transgender, non-binary, and queer (TGNC) people. We aim to add critical nuance and depth to the issues that shape national headlines through podcasts, films, zines, and journalism.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the podcast department, directly supervising Senior Producers and ensuring effective oversight of all active podcast projects
• Oversee project intake, assessing feasibility, scope, and alignment with organizational priorities
• Formalize and refine scalable systems that support structured intake, workflow clarity, and production efficiency
• Partner with executive leadership to align podcast strategy with broader organizational goals
• Review scripts and key editorial materials to ensure factual accuracy, alignment with organizational voice, and adherence to editorial standards prior to executive review
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time and in alignment with approved scope
• Guide scheduling, resource allocation, and budgeting in partnership with Operations and Senior Producers
• Continually refine workflows across development, production, editorial review, & delivery
• Delegate responsibilities appropriately and provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance evaluation for Senior Producers
• Manage relationships with external partners, platforms, and collaborators
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure effective cross-functional coordination

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in podcasting, audio production, or related media, including at least 3 years of direct team leadership experience managing experienced producers or cross-functional creative teams
• Demonstrated strong editorial judgment, including substantial experience reviewing scripts and content for factual accuracy, narrative clarity, consistency, and alignment with organizational voice
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and to high editorial and production standards
• Experience managing budgets, workflows, and departmental resources while fostering cross-functional collaboration
• Strategic thinker with the ability to align departmental objectives with broader organizational goals and build internal and external partnerships
• Experience working directly with high-profile executives and senior leadership in a collaborative yet accountable structure
• Demonstrated ability to create and oversee culturally competent coverage, ensuring editorial sensitivity and alignment with trans and LGBTQ+ communities
• Willingness and availability to travel occasionally for leadership alignment and team-building initiatives