Assistant Podcast Producer (Volunteer)

Assistant Podcast Producer (Volunteer)

PromiseStudios | Podcast Production & Audio Storytelling (PromisePod / Promise Frequencies)

Organization: Mentor A Promise (MAP)

Location: Remote with NYC-based collaboration as needed

Type: Volunteer

Reports To: Podcast Producer / Chief of Content & Storytelling

Works Closely With: PromiseStudios Creative Team, Hosts, Editors, Marketing & Communications

About Mentor A Promise

Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a New York City–based nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth experiencing housing instability through mentorship, education, and community. Through storytelling, media, and creative expression, MAP amplifies voices, builds connection, and reshapes narratives around youth, resilience, and possibility.

About PromiseStudios | Media, Storytelling & Creative Production

PromiseStudios is MAP’s creative and production division, responsible for content development across podcasting, publishing, design, and multimedia storytelling. Through initiatives like PromisePod and Promise Frequencies, the division creates thoughtful, engaging, and culturally grounded content that reflects lived experience and inspires community connection.

Role Overview

We are seeking an Assistant Podcast Producer to support the planning, coordination, and execution of podcast episodes.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about storytelling, audio production, and cultural conversation. The Assistant Producer plays a key role in ensuring episodes are organized, timely, and aligned with MAP’s voice—supporting everything from guest coordination to production logistics.

Key Responsibilities

Production Coordination

• Support planning and scheduling of podcast episodes and recordings
• Assist with guest outreach, confirmations, and coordination
• Prepare run-of-show documents and episode outlines

Content & Episode Support

• Assist in researching topics, themes, and guests
• Support development of episode concepts aligned with MAP’s mission
• Help draft show notes, descriptions, and supporting materials

Recording & Post-Production Support

• Assist during recording sessions (notes, timing, coordination)
• Coordinate with editors on audio files, revisions, and timelines
• Track episode progress from recording to release

Operations & Organization

• Maintain organized production calendars and content trackers
• Ensure timely follow-ups with guests and team members
• Support documentation and workflow systems for podcast production

Cross-Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams on episode promotion
• Support alignment of podcast content with broader storytelling initiatives
• Maintain timely, professional responsiveness via Google Workspace

Qualifications

Required

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Interest in podcasting, storytelling, or media production
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
• Alignment with MAP’s mission and dignity-centered values

Preferred

• Experience with podcast production, media, or content creation
• Familiarity with audio tools (e.g., Audacity, GarageBand, Adobe Audition)
• Experience coordinating projects or creative workflows
• Interest in culture, storytelling, and community-based narratives

Commitment

• Volunteer role
• Approximately 5–10 hours per week
• Minimum 6-month commitment preferred
• Fully remote with optional NYC-based collaboration

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in podcast production and storytelling
• Collaboration with creative leaders, producers, and hosts
• Exposure to end-to-end content production workflows
• Professional references and letters of recommendation
• A meaningful role helping amplify voices and stories that matter

How to Apply

Interested candidates must apply directly through Idealist and submit:

• Resume (required)
• Cover letter (required) describing relevant experience or interest in podcasting, media, or storytelling and interest in MAP’s mission

Help bring stories to life—so voices are heard, experiences are honored, and communities are connected through sound.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with our organization. At this time, volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals based in the United States due to legal, safeguarding, data-privacy, and programmatic requirements. We appreciate your interest in our mission and your understanding of these constraints.