The Wall Street Journal is hiring : Audio Producer in New York

Overview

Join to apply for the Audio Producer role at The Wall Street Journal . The Wall Street Journal is seeking a dynamic, self-starting audio and video producer to drive a personal finance podcast that we are redeveloping. This isn’t just about sound—it’s about bringing complex money topics to life through compelling, visually rich content. You’ll work with top-tier reporters and industry professionals to break down everything from saving and investing to taxes and financial decisions. We need someone who can not only pitch and produce world-class audio, but also help us redefine what a video podcast can be. The ideal candidate has a strong background in video journalism, podcast production, digital storytelling and development. You’re a creative force with excellent editorial judgment and a passion for finding new ways to connect with an audience. You’ll network across our newsroom to stay on the cutting edge of what our reporters and editors are working on, and you’ll immerse yourself in the news, trends and developments around money and personal finance that will make this show a must-listen and watch. This is a collaborative opportunity to join a growing team that produces impactful, factual and news-driven podcasts across the WSJ newsroom, with a dedicated core listenership and a goal to elevate content and audience engagement.

What You'll Do

• Work closely with the show’s host and Supervising Producer as well as coverage chiefs across the WSJ newsroom to initiate and develop original story ideas, including special series and immersive approaches to connect with the audience and external events.
• Contribute to the production and post-production of the show : pitching stories, booking and pre-interviewing guests, writing scripts, recording interviews, editing sound and video, and posting to platforms.
• Conduct remote recordings, in-studio interviews and field work.
• Promote the show through creating promos, sizzle reels and social media assets including videos.
• Interview WSJ reporters and sources, coaching those without audio and video experience.
• Manage multiple projects in various stages of development and production.
• Ensure content is accurate, fact-checked and meets high production value, and that WSJ journalistic and legal standards are followed.
• Complete additional duties as assigned, including supporting other WSJ podcast productions.
• Fill in as a host and / or contribute to the podcast on mic.

What You'll Bring

This position is based in our New York City office and reports into the Supervising Producer, Audio. To apply, please submit your résumé, a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet or exceed the key candidate requirements, and links to five examples of your work that showcase your expertise in video podcast production. Candidates who do not submit cover letters will not be considered. Reasonable accommodation : Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy - We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO / Disabled / Vets. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and / or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application due to a disability, email talentresourceteam@dowjones.com. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and describe the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.

Job details and company information : Dow Jones - News - WSJ ; Union Status : Union role; Pay Range : $90,000 - $100,000; Location : New York, NY. This content includes standard job posting and company information, including diversity and benefits statements.

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