Shape the Growth of Scribehound Video and Podcasts
Are you passionate about storytelling, audio, and video production?
We’re on the lookout for a creative, technically skilled, and highly motivated individual to join Scribehound as our Head of Production: Video and Podcasts. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the creation and refinement of our video and audio content, helping shape how readers and listeners engage with Scribehound’s unique publishing model.
Scribehound provides a platform for some of the most talented writers and voices across multiple special interest areas, delivering daily written and audio content to our subscribers. As Head of Production, you’ll play a key role in amplifying their work through exceptional video and podcast production, creating engaging content that stands out in a competitive digital landscape and help us to achieve our ambitious growth goals.
You’ll be joining at a pivotal moment in the growth of the business, and have the chance to help shape the direction and strategy of our audio output and video marketing. Alongside the editing and production of audio versions of the ‘Daily Read’, the Head of Production will be in at the ground floor to help create and launch a network of podcasts to complement and promote the platform’s existing content.
Our Take on the Role
As well as the nuts and bolts of podcast and video production and editing, this role blends creative direction, technical expertise, and strategic thinking to ensure our video and podcast content delights and inspires. You’ll lead every step of the production process, from planning and recording to editing and publishing, and monitoring performance. You will also have the opportunity to shape the style and format of multiple podcasts as the business grows, often working with household-name presenters and hosts.
You will also be responsible for collaborating with the marketing team to create engaging video content to promote these podcasts, grow their audiences, as well as promote the sale of subscriptions to the Scribehound platform.
We are looking for someone who thrives on collaboration, is passionate about quality storytelling, and is driven to find innovative ways to grab peoples’ attention and grow our audience.
Core Responsibilities
1. Video Production:
* Plan, shoot, and edit videos for social media ads that grab attention and drive subscriber growth.
* Apply video retention strategies, including crafting compelling hooks and ensuring seamless pacing.
* Edit promotional video clips for podcasts to highlight key moments.
1. Podcast Production:
* Plan and run remote and in-person podcast recordings, ensuring smooth setups for hosts and writers.
* Provide technical support to writers, helping them shine in their audio performances.
* Edit podcast audio with professional precision, including tightening cuts, EQ adjustments, mixing, and noise reduction.
* Develop fresh podcast format ideas to keep content exciting and relevant.
1. Publishing and Analytics:
* Upload podcasts to hosting platforms, write compelling titles and descriptions, and manage ad placements.
* Monitor performance metrics such as downloads, retention rates, and subscriber growth, using insights to refine future content.
The Traits We Look For
* A passion for storytelling through video and audio.
* An eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality production.
* The ability to inspire and support collaborators, including writers and other team members.
* Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
* A data-driven mindset, eager to understand and act on performance analytics.
* Minimum of 1 year experience
The Skills for Success
* A strong background in video and audio production, including editing, sound mixing, and video retention strategies.
* Familiarity with podcasting, from technical setups to post-production, as well as a strong affinity for the medium.
* An understanding of digital media and modern marketing platforms.
* The ability to balance creative storytelling with strategic growth goals.
Hybrid Work Environment
Scribehound’s HQ is based in Vauxhall, London. Our team meets in the office at least twice a week to collaborate, strategize, and share ideas. Some travel may be required to support podcast recordings, meet writers, or attend events.
Salary
The Head of Production: Video and Podcasts position is a full time role, and comes with an annual salary in the range of £25-35,000, depending on experience. The role comes with 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays