Specialist, Podcast Formats Jobs

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services with 233 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.

We are Netflix’s Editorial & Publishing team. A team of storytellers, social media strategists, editors, producers and journalists, all of us huge fans of entertainment. On this team, we make content for our content, that is as entertaining off Netflix as it is on Netflix.

In this role you will be contributing to the editorial efforts specifically through podcasts on the Editorial & Publishing team. We make content that helps our fans discover new shows, movies and talent or fall more deeply in love with something they’ve already watched. This role reports to the Head of Podcasts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with partners across Editorial & Publishing, including Tudum, to identify newsworthy content from audio that will connect with their audiences
• Coordinate all internal asset deliverables
• Negotiate contracts & manage outside partners & agencies
• Consult with various internal stakeholders team on new podcast development in terms of creative vision, best practices, budget, infrastructure needs and launch plans
• Manage project based budgets
• Be the internal Netflix podcast lead for all weekly and bi-weekly podcast formats tied to genres (Reality, Documentary) as well as multi-title Publishing efforts (Tudum, Queue), as well as any multi-title efforts to be developed
• Implement and manage editorial podcast (new and existing) strategy including, but not limited to: creative vision, hiring and managing production companies and hosts, review of episodes, managing editorial calendar, and create promotional content/launch plans
• Be a hub for creative excellence, identifying talent and managing relationships
• Act as the podcast lead for our audience sub-brands: Golden, Strong Black Lead, Con Todo, Most, and Netflix Kids & Family

The Ideal Candidate Is/Has:

• Respect, understanding and enthusiasm for Netflix culture
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to define and evaluate wins and losses
• Entrepreneurial spirit and highly collaborative - loves working with others, isn’t afraid to lead or follow
• Must be able to prioritize and handle several projects at the same time in a fast-paced environment while adhering to shifting deadlines
• High tolerance for change, and the capacity to accomplish enormous amounts of work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• At least 2+ years of experience in podcasting development and production with a proven track record of exceptional storytelling and audience growth & engagement
• Constantly looking to discover new talent and voices to build programming around
• Expertise working in storytelling specifically in entertainment or with high level talent
• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working directly with talent and talent representation, in meetings and recordings. Skilled in pitching/ presenting with the ability to read the room
• Background in journalism-related work

At Netflix, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your personal top of market. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to get it right. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location.

The overall market range for roles in this area of Netflix is typically $65,000 - $220,000.

This market range is based on total compensation (vs. only base salary), which is in line with our compensation philosophy. Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.