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TransLash Media - Senior Producer - Anti-Trans Hate Machine Podcast
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The Senior Producer leads the editorial and creative direction of TransLash's 'The Anti-Trans Hate Machine' podcast, overseeing all aspects of production, from research to publication, while managing a team and ensuring narrative integrity.
This is a remote position.
About TransLash
Fueled by a team of journalists and media makers, TransLash is a multi-platform, award-winning organization with deep credibility and impact in the trans community and beyond.
TransLash has grown into a bold, wide-ranging producer of media that centers the lives and stories of TGNC people, adding critical nuance and depth to the issues that shape national headlines. We’ve created award-winning podcasts, critically acclaimed films, community-sourced zines, and a growing library of personal essays and journalism by TGNC contributors. We document, create, and influence trans culture for TGNC people and those who love them. We investigate and share the bold stories that others can’t—or won’t—in order to present trans lives in their fullness and complexity. Our work sparks new conversations, builds community, and supports an expanding network of allies. Together, we’re imagining new futures for trans people—and bringing those futures to life.
Our coverage centers trans communities and communities of color, and we especially encourage applications from people with lived experience in those communities, including trans people and trans people of color.
Our coverage centers trans communities and communities of color, and we especially encourage applications from people with lived experience in those communities, including trans people and trans people of color.
Job Summary
The Senior Producer leads the editorial vision and end-to-end audio, and where applicable, video, production of The Anti-Trans Hate Machine,TransLash’s award-winning investigative podcast. This role oversees the full production lifecycle, from research and concept development through publication, while managing Producer(s) and external partners to ensure rigorous reporting, consistent creative quality, operational excellence, and timely delivery.
The Senior Producer sets editorial direction, establishes episode constraints, and ensures that each production meets the highest standards of narrative clarity, accuracy, and audience engagement. This role balances creative leadership with disciplined execution, team management, and cross-team collaboration.
This role carries primary responsibility for investigative rigor, narrative integrity, and team leadership at the show level, translating executive creative direction into actionable production strategy and daily execution.
Roles and Responsibilities
Editorial & Creative Leadership
- Oversee execution of the overall editorial and creative direction for the Anti-Trans Hate Machine podcast programming
- Define episode scope, thematic focus, and structural constraints (e.g., outlines, interview frameworks, narrative arc)
- Review and approve outlines, drafts, and scripts to ensure investigative depth, narrative clarity, factual integrity, and alignment with the show’s mission
- Guide Producer(s) in shaping strong editorial concepts and execution.
Team Leadership & Management
- Manage and mentor Producer(s), providing structured feedback, growth planning, and daily operational leadership
- Provide clear direction, feedback, and performance oversight
- Allocate workload and ensure team capacity aligns with production demands
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and editorial excellence.
Production Oversight
- Oversee the complete production lifecycle from recording through publication
- Manage production timelines, budgets, and cross-functional coordination
- Supervise editing processes and approve final audio before release
- Ensure required permissions, releases, and compliance standards are met
- Oversee metadata creation, distribution readiness, and platform publishing
- Anticipate and manage investigative pivots, including schedule shifts, rewrites, or additional reporting as new information emerges.
Guest Strategy & External Relations
- Lead guest sourcing strategy aligned with editorial priorities
- Oversee guest outreach, scheduling, and onboarding processes
- Maintain strong external relationships with interviewees and partners
- Ensure smooth post-publication follow-up and engagement.
- The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
Location
Location
This is a fully remote position. The Senior Producer may be based anywhere within the United States.
Salary
$116,300 annually plus benefits.
Requirements
Qualifications
- 7+ years of podcast or audio journalism experience, particularly within investigative journalism
- Demonstrated experience leading editorial direction for narrative-based programming
- 3+ years prior experience managing and developing production staff
- Strong script writing, editing, and storytelling skills
- Experience overseeing production budgets and complex workflows
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
- Strong audio production fluency; experience with tools such as Asana and Riverside is preferred but not required
- Demonstrated ability to create culturally competent coverage and operate with sensitivity to trans and LGBTQ+ communities
- Willingness and availability to travel occasionally for on-site investigative reporting, including potential multi-day field assignments.
Physical Requirements
- Remaining in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periods.
- Prolonged periods working on a computer.
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time.
Benefits
Why TransLash
At TransLash Media, we don’t just tell stories—we create impact. Our award-winning journalism challenges misinformation, elevates trans voices, and strengthens democracy. By joining our team, you’ll contribute to groundbreaking investigative work that informs, empowers, and transforms public discourse.
Here’s why working with TransLash is an opportunity unlike any other:
Mission-Driven Work: Every project we undertake is rooted in a commitment to trans justice, truth, and democracy. Your work will directly contribute to a larger movement for equality and human rights.
Meaningful Impact: Our audience is highly politically engaged and civically minded, meaning the work we produce extends far beyond storytelling—it influences policy, public opinion, and advocacy work.
Innovative Storytelling: We push the boundaries of journalism through documentary podcasts, digital media, and multimedia storytelling, ensuring that critical narratives reach the widest possible audience.
Collaborative & Inclusive Culture: We believe in fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and empowered. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do.
Benefits: We are committed to providing competitive benefits to support the well-being of our team members. Part-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
Benefits: We are committed to providing competitive benefits to support the well-being of our team members. Part-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Gym Reimbursement Program
- Wellness Rewards
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your interest in this role and how your experience aligns with the responsibilities outlined.
Along with your application, please include:
- 2–3 examples of podcast episodes or series you have directly produced or led from concept through publication (investigative or narrative-driven work strongly preferred), and
- A brief description of your role in each example, including your responsibilities related to editorial direction, reporting, script development, team management, and final production approval.
Work samples are an essential component of this application. Applications submitted without relevant work samples cannot be considered. If your examples are hosted privately, please ensure that links are accessible to reviewers.
TransLash is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, or medical condition. Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified disabled applicants may participate in the application process. If you seek an accommodation, please advise in writing at the time you apply.
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