Associate Producer - Podcast (LA Times Studios)

Under general supervision, the Associate Producer supports the production team across a variety of studio, field, digital, audio, and video projects. The role provides day-to-day production support, including logistics, research, asset gathering and organization, documentation, and on-set or recording support. The Associate Producer collaborates with hosts, producers, directors, and other production team members to support the efficient execution of projects from pre-production through post-production.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the production team during all phases of production, including pre-, and post-production, to ensure seamless project execution.
• Assist in gathering and organizing assets, such as video footage, photographs, and audio recordings, required for various editing and production projects.
• Provide on-set support by managing equipment, coordinating with crew members, and addressing day-to-day production needs to maintain efficiency.
• Conduct in-depth research to support script development, generate story ideas, and meet project requirements.
• Identify and source relevant materials, such as archival footage, images, and reference content, to enhance creative projects.
• Prepare and present materials, research findings, and background information to support the production team in creative decision-making.
• Maintain a detailed inventory and tracking system for all project assets, ensuring accurate reporting of materials used to align with project budgets.
• Assist in verifying and organizing production documents, including release forms, permits, and agreements, to ensure compliance and completeness.
• Develop and maintain a structured filing system to streamline document retrieval and organization for future use.
• Serve as a key liaison between the crew and production management during filming or recording sessions, facilitating clear communication and resolving issues promptly.
• Organize, label, and ingest daily shoot footage, ensuring all materials are accounted for and coordinating with the editing team to confirm completeness.
• Provide hands-on support during production to address technical, logistical, or operational needs, ensuring smooth workflows and minimizing disruptions.
• Monitor and maintain an inventory of equipment and supplies, promptly addressing shortages or repairs to avoid production delays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of hands-on experience working in a production environment, preferably in the media and entertainment industry.
• Demonstrated ability to manage the demands of fast-paced production workflows and deadlines.
• Familiarity with studio and field production setups, including pre-production, live shoots, and post-production processes.
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects and tasks simultaneously without compromising quality.
• Ability to prioritize and adapt to changing production schedules while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot issues quickly and effectively during high-pressure situations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to clearly convey ideas and collaborate with cross-functional teams, clients, and talent.
• Hands-on experience operating teleprompters for studio shoots, ensuring accurate script scrolling and pacing to match presenter delivery.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting teleprompter hardware and software to minimize production disruptions.
• Demonstrated experience with production software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects), Final Cut Pro, or similar tools.
• Experience with studio equipment, including cameras, audio mixers, lighting rigs, and switchers.
• Availability to work during weekends, evenings, or extended hours as dictated by production needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Film, Broadcasting, Communications, or a related field.