Director of Production, Podcasts - Sinclair Broadcast Group

Sinclair, Inc. is looking for a Director of Production, Podcasts to lead the overall production direction for audio + video podcasting, related social, live events, and other digital-first content across the company. This role will spearhead end-to-end workflows, manage staff and scheduling, oversee budgeting, drive innovation, and lead production across a variety of outputs including on-set, remote, and live.

Ideal candidate has 10+ years production management experience across both long and short-form content within a variety of verticals. Attention to detail with an obsession for producing high quality content is key. If you have a creative vision, paired with the technical know-how to execute, and a passion for leading teams, this is the job for you.

What You’ll Do:

1. Oversee the creative and technical direction of all podcast productions (audio, video, social, live events) across multiple formats and verticals.
2. Manage and mentor a team of producers, editors, sound designers, and technical staff, fostering a collaborative environment and promoting employee development.
3. Oversee both pre- and post-production processes, ensuring that each project is executed efficiently without compromising quality.
4. Manage production scheduling to ensure all projects are fully staffed with the right talent, both in-house and freelance.
5. Spearhead studio builds and remote recording setups across the country, both in-person and virtually. Collaborate with individual teams and talent to design clear plans.
6. Own the production team’s budget, track expenses, and ensure projects stay within defined budget tiers while maximizing efficiencies, quality, and output.
7. Oversee content management and delivery processes, ensuring seamless cross-functional collaboration and timely delivery of projects.
8. Lead the planning, production, and execution of live-streamed and in-person events, managing all technical aspects, budgeting, and coordination with vendors.
9. Work closely with senior leadership and internal teams (marketing, sales, legal, accounting, facilities, engineering, and more) to ensure alignment on project goals and strategies.
10. Stay up to date on the latest trends in audio, video, and social production to keep department ahead of the curve.
11. Establish and enforce rigorous quality control standards for all content, ensuring exceptional output on every project.
12. Proactively identify production challenges and implement solutions to avoid issues before they arise.
13. Develop and maintain a production roadmap for upcoming projects, ensuring all milestones are met and projects are delivered on schedule.
14. Occasional travel for studio builds, live events, and other project needs.

Who You Are:

1. 10+ years of production management experience in audio, video, and live event production, with a proven track record of managing long-form and short-form content across multiple platforms.
2. At least 5 years of experience in a leadership or management role, overseeing creative and technical teams.
3. Deep understanding of high-level audio production (sound design) and video production workflows (pre-production, filming, post-production).
4. Proficient with content management tools, production software, and digital platforms (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, ProTools, Streamyard, LiveU, SonyCi, etc.).
5. Hands-on experience in producing live-streamed and in-person events, including planning, budgeting, and vendor management.
6. Strong ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical and logistical issues quickly and efficiently.
7. Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and delegate effectively.
8. A passion for high-quality content and an ability to translate creative ideas into successful, polished productions.
9. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.

The base salary compensation range for this role is $100,000 to $140,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.