Podcast Operations Assistant

This is a Full Time Job

Operations Assistant

The CBS News podcast team is seeking a highly organized, full-time Podcast Operations Assistant to support operational, marketing, and production needs across our shows, with a primary focus on the 48 Hours podcast catalog. This role helps support the end-to-end production, distribution, and promotion of CBS podcasts, working closely with producers, marketers, and internal and external partners to ensure assets are delivered accurately, on time, and to spec.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations

• Maintain accurate records and documentation across production and marketing.

• Vet potential podcast sponsors for host-read ad production across all CBS News series.

• Train producers across Paramount on the hosting platform (Amperwave) and related workflows.

• Help maintain the CBS News and 48 Hours podcast programming calendars.

• Support team coordination, meeting prep, and other operational tasks for 48 Hours pods.

• Provide general assistance to improve team efficiency and workflow.

Marketing

• Maintain an inventory of core brand resources (key art, promotional assets, style guides) for all CBS News series.

• Deliver promotional assets for 48 Hours podcasts to press, partners, and collaborators.

• Traffic audio promo campaigns for all CBS News series to ensure proper placement and scheduling.

• Build and manage trackable links, pixels, and conversion events for all CBS News series to measure engagement and creative efficacy.

• Produce select 48 Hours pod promotional assets and copy for digital marketing channels (social, YouTube, web).

• Prep 48 Hours pod assets for awards consideration and submit entries.

• Design pre- and post-campaign performance reports and slide decks for 48 Hours pods that summarize results and insights.

• Research industry trends and partnership/development opportunities.

Production

• Schedule and set up remote and in-person recordings for 48 Hours podcast series.

• Mix and upload 48 Hours podcast episodes, place ad breaks, and ensure metadata accuracy.

• Manage and organize CBS News podcast audio files for fast, reliable access.

• Ensure timely delivery and on-site setup of materials for hosts and guests involved with 48 Hours podcasts.

Qualifications & Skills:

•1-2 years of prior experience in podcast production, marketing, or media operations.

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Familiarity with podcasting tools (Descript, Riverside, etc.) and audio editing software like Audition and/or ProTools

• Familiarity with organizational tools (AirTable, Excel, etc.)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.