Podcast Copywriter

Our company, Alumni FM, is in need of an experienced Copywriter.

Who We Are

We connect alumni communities through meaningful stories and we help schools produce their own unique alumni podcasts.

Our mission is simple, connect people through stories.

We started out as a student-run podcast at the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and a DJ radio host at the University of Michigan. We have since expanded into an alumni podcast network. We are committed to sharing meaningful stories that inspire and strengthen alumni communities.

Alumni FM Core Values

Being Proactive
Taking charge and owning projects; thinking and planning ahead when possible

Being Creative
Thinking outside the box and getting creative on potential problems

Growth Mindset
Being aware of and always looking for ways to improve ourselves and existing processes

Questioning the Status Quo
Challenge old ways of thinking, regardless of hierarchy

Experiment and Embrace Failures
Don’t be afraid to fail

Be Overcommunicative
Overcommunicate thoughts and ideas

Be Diverse
Diversity of people, cultures, and thinking

Job Description

The copywriter will be responsible for creating content such as show notes, episode quotes, and links for different podcasts. You’ll work closely with the podcast editor, producer, and host.

Responsibilities

Conduct high-quality guest research
Create detailed podcast show note which includes a summary, quotes, and selected show links
Use SEO principles to maximize copy’s reach
Propose creative copy concepts as you identify opportunities
Create audiograms
Clean-up podcast transcripts when needed
Revise, edit and improve any written materials
Collaborate and work closely with project managers and production team

Requirements

A highly creative and imaginative writer with a love for podcast/audio
Proven experience as a copywriter or related role
Experience writing scripts for radio/podcasts/podcast production
Knowledge of online content strategy and creation
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Experience with SEO
Strong research skills
A true team player with a collaborative spirit
Self-motivated, organized, accountable, and can communicate effectively to work within tight timelines
Enthusiasm about emerging digital audio formats and the potential for innovative brand opportunities
Excellent time-management and organizational skills

Ready to meet us?

If you're interested, please go directly to this link and complete the application form:
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