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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for podcast editor in Baton Rouge, LA is $30.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.53 and $38.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Podcast Editor is responsible for managing and refining audio recordings to produce high-quality podcast episodes. They edit out mistakes, background noise, and awkward pauses, ensuring smooth transitions and clear sound quality. They may also add music, sound effects, and advertisements while balancing audio levels. Podcast Editors often collaborate with hosts and producers to maintain a consistent style and enhance listener experience. Their goal is to create a polished and engaging final product ready for distribution.

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Podcast Editors often face challenges such as dealing with poor audio quality, tight deadlines, and balancing creative input from multiple stakeholders. To address these issues, it's important to be proficient with noise reduction and audio restoration tools, maintain open communication with podcast hosts and producers, and stay organized in managing multiple episodes or projects. Effective time management and a willingness to continuously learn new audio techniques also help editors handle evolving production requirements. By developing strong technical and interpersonal skills, Podcast Editors can overcome these challenges and ensure professional, high-quality podcasts.

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To thrive as a Podcast Editor, you need strong audio editing skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of storytelling and pacing, often supported by experience in audio production or a related field. Familiarity with digital audio workstations (DAWs) such as Adobe Audition, Audacity, or Pro Tools is essential, and some employers may value certifications in audio engineering. Excellent communication, time management, and creative collaboration skills set standout editors apart. These abilities enable Podcast Editors to deliver polished, engaging shows that meet deadlines and align with the creative vision.

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DIGITAL CONTENT PRODUCER - WAFB

GRAY TELEVISION

Baton Rouge, LA

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Gray Television rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

49th of 76 rated media

Job description

About Gray Media:

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first- and/or second-highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 such markets measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group, with 46 markets, and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies and the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, as well as studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WAFB:

WAFB, located in Baton Rouge, is known for its long history of award-winning news, weather, and sports coverage and its deep commitment to serving South Louisiana.

Job Summary/Description:

WAFB, located in Baton Rouge, is seeking a digital content producer to join our team.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

- Produce and publish daily digital content for web, app, and social platforms, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and strong storytelling.
- Write, edit, and optimize headlines, SEO metadata, and social copy to maximize reach and engagement.
- Edit video for digital platforms (clips, teases, short-form), adding basic graphics, captions, and branding as needed.
- Work with newsroom leadership, producers, and reporters to plan coverage and execute timely updates on breaking news.
- Maintain high editorial standards (AP style, grammar, verification) and uphold journalistic ethics and station guidelines.
- Manage multiple deadlines simultaneously and communicate clearly with internal teams on priorities and status.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Digital Media, or equivalent experience.
- Excellent writing and editing skills; strong command of AP style and headline writing.
- Working knowledge of SEO best practices and social platform publishing workflows.
- Proficiency with common digital tools (CMS, social publishing, basic photo/video editing software).
- Ability to make sound editorial judgments under deadline; strong fact-checking and verification habits.
- Comfortable collaborating across teams and taking direction while also working independently.
- Flexible schedule willingness (nights/weekends/holidays as news demands).

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WAFB-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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