Executive Producer – Podcast & Storytelling (Volunteer)

Position Title: Executive Producer – Podcast & Storytelling (Volunteer)

Organization: LoopRoots Foundation

Location: Remote (U.S. preferred; Phoenix-based candidates a plus)

Commitment: 20–25 hours per week (flexible)

About LoopRoots Foundation:

LoopRoots Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting justice-impacted individuals and families through programs focused on transportation, mental health, housing, legal support, and reentry services. As part of our mission, we are launching a podcast and storytelling platform to amplify real voices and experiences from within the justice system and beyond.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an Executive Producer to lead the development of our podcast and storytelling platform, LoopStories: From the Inside Out. This role will be responsible for building the structure, tone, and overall direction of the program.

This is a leadership role for someone who understands how to shape powerful narratives, guide meaningful conversations, and translate a mission into compelling content. You will define how stories are told, how episodes are structured, and how the podcast connects to the broader impact of LoopRoots Foundation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and build the overall podcast format, structure, and storytelling framework
• Define the tone, voice, and narrative style of the show
• Develop episode outlines and story arcs for each guest
• Guide the host on interview approach and question development
• Ensure content balances authenticity, responsibility, and impact
• Collaborate with the media and creative team on production direction
• Help identify and shape the types of stories that align with the organization’s mission
• Establish a repeatable system for storytelling and episode production

Qualifications:

• Experience in podcast production, journalism, documentary storytelling, or media development
• Strong understanding of narrative structure and story development
• Ability to work with sensitive subject matter in a thoughtful and responsible way
• Strategic thinker with the ability to build programs from the ground up
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred:

• Experience launching or producing a podcast or media series
• Background in social impact, justice reform, or human-centered storytelling
• Experience working with nonprofit or mission-driven organizations

What You’ll Gain:

• Opportunity to build and lead a mission-driven storytelling platform from inception
• Creative ownership and influence over a growing media initiative
• Exposure through published content across major platforms
• Collaboration with a purpose-driven team working at the intersection of justice, community, and impact

How to Apply:

Please submit:

• A brief introduction
• Relevant experience or portfolio (if available)
• A short outline of how you would structure a podcast episode focused on someone’s reentry journey

We are looking for someone who can help us build something meaningful, responsible, and impactful from the ground up.

LoopRoots Foundation