Podcast
Podcast Audio Engineer
As the Audio Engineer for the Podcast, you will work on the technical aspects of recording and post-production for Dear Asian Girl. You will work on balancing and adjusting episode recording drafts from the co-hosts using equalization, dynamics processing and audio effects, mixing, reproduction, and reinforcement of sound. You will work alongside the Podcast Director, Podcast Manager, and the four Podcast co-hosts.
Some of the responsibilities and expectations that are associated with this role include:
- assisting the co-hosts and podcast guests in recording their episodes;
- using software programs and/or plug-ins to edit the episodes in post-production;
- writing transcripts for each episode;
- ensuring that diversity and inclusion are core principles of your work at the organization; and
- attending and actively participating in weekly team meetings, work closely with other Podcast team members to create and execute ideas for each episode and season.
As a youth-led organization, all positions at Dear Asian Youth, including this position, are unpaid and volunteer-based.
Applications are due by
February 21, 2023
Qualities We Look For
Soft Skills: excellent audio software skills; passion for Dear Asian Youth's mission; integrity and honesty; strong work ethic, cross-collaboration/teamwork skills, ability to communicate and be organized
Hard Skills: excellent communication skills, relevant podcasting and/or public speaking experience (emceeing, hosting, recording, etc.); sound editing skills; strong time-management and flexibility; outreach experience; online content creation experience and creative visions; efficient typing skills
Previous experience with audio editing, mixing, and processing and use of DAW software such as, but not limited to, Adobe, Logic, or Audacity, are required.
A background in acoustics, sound engineering, music production, broadcast engineering, acoustical engineering, or electrical engineering and electronics and access to your own audio editing software are assets.
Contact
Please email podcast@dearasianyouth.org if you have any questions about the role.