Audio Producer

Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture.

We are now looking for anAudio Producer (12 month fixed term contract or staff secondment) to work on the Guardian’s hugely successful Audio Long Read podcast and others as required. 

The Audio Long Read is the audio version of the Guardian’s long reads, and gives listeners the opportunity to listen to.some of the finest in-depth writing from around the world on issues such as politics, immigration, crime, technology, the arts and much more. In this role you’ll deliver three episodes a week, work to short turnaround times, and work with writers, editors and voice over talent.

About the Role:

• Responsible for production of three weekly episodes of The Audio Long Read
• Continually developing the strand with new ideas and talent, recording in studio, scripting, editing and mixing to professional standards, often on tight deadlines.
• Working closely with executive producers and editors to guarantee the highest levels of creativity and editorial standards.
• Playing an active part in The Guardian’s audio audio team and looking for opportunities to showcase our journalism and values in an audio form.
• Working where required with a variety of Guardian departments including social, marketing and membership, etc, to assist discoverability and promotion of podcasts.

About You:

• Experience in audio documentary/drama, professional podcasting, or audiobook production
• A keen eye on the news cycle, as well as a passion for long-form journalism
• The ability to produce, edit, score, sound design and mix to broadcast standard with a short turnaround.
• Experienced in editing packages, podcasts, or documentary audio
• Experience of working with on-air talent and voiceover artists, as well as a good ear for music and sound design, is an advantage.
• Ideally you'll have a demonstrable ability to bring a diverse perspective to this role.

We actively encourage applications from candidates who are Black, Asian, minority ethnic or from other groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media.

How to Apply

To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you’d love to take on this role, and why you’re a great match for what we’re looking for.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 7th February 2024.

All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your application process, in order to perform your best. 

Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Please contact Sean at, recruitment@theguardian.com to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application.

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Benefits at the Guardian

We offer 30 days annual leave per annum, plus an additional 5 days which can be purchased via a holiday purchase scheme. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available.

You are entitled to life cover, income protection, healthcare, sick pay and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.

We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy.

Culture & Wellbeing

We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace.

You will also have the opportunity to hear unique insight from our journalists in our morning conference, a live discussion on the news story of the day.

We offer great tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including free yoga and pilates. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.

Learning & Development

We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships. 

Our Working Environment

We take pride in our surroundings and are pleased to offer versatile meeting rooms and colourful communal areas. We have a brilliant canteen that caters to breakfast, lunch and dinner, with views overlooking Regent’s Canal. Our multi-faith prayer room provides privacy for those who require a safe space when in the office.