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Premiermarketingus

$55 - $75/hr

Video & Audio Editing, Social Media Ad Creation, YouTube Content Optimization, Podcast Production, Quality Control, and Platform-Specific Formatting. Qualifications * Minimum of 3+ years of ...

Premiermarketingus

Social Media Editor

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$55 - $75/hr

Video & Audio Editing, Social Media Ad Creation, YouTube Content Optimization, Podcast Production, Quality Control, and Platform-Specific Formatting. Qualifications * Minimum of 3+ years of ...

AEI

Podcast Producer

Washington, DC · On-site

Produce AEI's flagship video podcast end to end-providing booking and scheduling support for guests, filming podcast episodes, editing podcast audio and visuals, and publishing finished episodes ...

ESP Engineered

Video Editor

Oregon, WI · On-site

$50 - $70/hr

The ideal candidate will bring creativity, precision, and efficiency to our podcast editing ... Sync audio tracks with video and apply sound levelling, noise reduction, and effects. * Work on ...

BUCHWALD

Video/Audio Editor

Los Angeles, CA

This position will focus on editing client video and audio content, including reels, scenes, self ... Experience with studio/audio mixing/sound engineering/podcast recording is a plus. This opportunity ...

The Chalmers Center

Podcast Producer

Chattanooga, TN

$112K - $114K/yr

... and contract engineers. You'll work with the team to cut stories into final episodes, able to ... Narrative audio editing experience. * Preferred: An interdisciplinary background in community ...

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How much do contract podcast audio editing jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract podcast audio editing in the United States is $84,456.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $113,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is contract podcast audio editing?

A Contract Podcast Audio Editing job involves editing and enhancing podcast audio on a freelance or temporary basis. Editors clean up background noise, adjust volume levels, remove unwanted sounds, and add music or effects to improve overall quality. They typically work per episode or project, collaborating with podcasters to meet their specific needs. This type of job offers flexibility, allowing editors to work remotely and set their own schedules.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in contract podcast audio editing?

To thrive in Contract Podcast Audio Editing, a strong command of audio editing techniques, keen attention to detail, and prior experience with podcast production are essential. Proficiency with digital audio workstations (DAWs) such as Adobe Audition, Audacity, or Pro Tools, and a solid grasp of file formats and audio restoration plugins are typical technical requirements. Strong communication, organization, and the ability to manage deadlines independently are key soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure high-quality production, efficient workflow with clients, and consistent delivery of engaging audio content.

What are some typical challenges faced in contract podcast audio editing, and how can they be managed?

In contract podcast audio editing, you may encounter challenges such as receiving inconsistent audio quality from different recording sources, tight turnaround times, and coordinating revisions with multiple stakeholders. Managing these situations often requires proactive communication with clients about their expectations, expertise in using advanced noise reduction and mastering tools, and effective time management to juggle multiple projects. Building a workflow that includes regular checkpoints and revision rounds can help minimize last-minute changes. With experience, you'll develop strategies to streamline the editing process, making it easier to deliver polished and timely episodes even under demanding conditions.

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Infographic showing various Contract Podcast Audio Editing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,456 per year, or $40.6 per hour.

Podcast Producer - Big Take - DC - Contract

Bloomberg

Washington, DC • On-site

$69 - $96/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Bloomberg rating

9.4

Company rating: 9.4 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 247 rated software companies

Job description

Bloomberg Media is seeking an experienced and energetic contract producer to join its podcast team and help shape its flagship daily podcast, The Big Take. Published six days a week, the show focuses on international business and financial news. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced news environment, possesses exceptional editorial judgement and has a proven track-record in audio production. The role will work under the guidance of the Executive Producer, in collaboration with a global editorial and production podcast team as well as reporters and editors across Bloomberg's international newsroom.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Episode Scripting
  • Audio Editing and Mixing
  • Guest Booking
  • Technical Production (including in-person recordings and tape syncs)
Skills and Experience:
  • 5+ years of journalism experience
  • Experience with producing and mixing in Adobe Audition required
  • Demonstrated ability to write podcast episodes, identify strong tape and episode arcs
  • Must desire to work collaboratively with others and on a team
  • Exceptional news judgment and a sharp editorial ear
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Prior audio experience in a newsroom or a similar environment is essential
  • Willingness to work across time zones and occasionally outside of standard working hours to accommodate an international team
  • Financial or business news experience and video production skills a plus

Salary Range = 50- 70 USDHourly
The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.
We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.

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Bloomberg runs on data. As the Data Management & Analytics team within Engineering, we support our organization's needs around managing data efficiently. The vision of the team is to build solutions that drive data quality, data dictionary, data stewardship, data lineage, reference, and master data management across various data domains (prospect, customer, vendor, material etc.). We partner with business teams across the organization in addressing their data needs and ultimately helping run business operations efficiently and make improved decisions.

Industry

Finance and insurance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1981

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