Los Angeles
About PAVE Studios: PAVE is building the next-generation studio of culturally defining brands that produce and scale creator-led IP across video, audio, live experiences, and more. Each of PAVE’s genre-specific brands, including Crime House and OpenMind, strengthens the ecosystem by turning creators into franchises, audiences into communities, and every story into lasting value. With in-house development, production, distribution, and marketing, PAVE gives creators the strategy and support to turn stories into long-term IP and scalable entertainment brands. Overview: We’re seeking a seasoned and strategic YouTube and audio Producer to lead production for new original series designed for video-first audiences and scaled across audio podcast platforms. You’ll manage day-to-day production, oversee the creative, guide on-air talent, implement streamlined processes, creatively leverage external resources, and ensure the show delivers sharp, timely, and engaging content in every episode. Salary Range: $80-88k Essential Functions: Production • Oversee day-to-day production of our series that are assigned to you, • Manage and direct recording sessions to ensure the highest quality content, working closely with talent to bring out their best performance., • Build and implement streamlined workflows and systems to efficiently deliver episodes, • Work cross functionally with teams, fostering clear communication, mentorship, and professional development, • Manage timelines, talent, and production crew to keep content moving on schedule, • Comfortable in a fast paced environment, • Utilize Adobe Suite, Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, or other editing software to edit and produce high-quality audio content a plus., • Proficiency in video editing with Adobe Premiere Pro and other programs is a plus., • Managing video editors Editorial Oversight • Own the the show run down process, • Approve and write outline/scripts, episode titles and descriptions and shape the voice and tone of each episode, • Ensure accuracy, balance, and ethical standards in every story Creative Direction • Guide on-air hosts with segment flow, framing, and delivery, • Shape recurring segments and show structure to evolve format, • Develop innovative and interactive initiatives to foster community-building and brand affinity across YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Instagram, TikTok, and beyond Cross-Functional Collaboration • Coordinate with post-production to review edits, finalize assets, and ensure content quality, • Liaise with social media and audience development teams to align strategy and messaging, • Collaborate with creators, guests, and partners to elevate the show’s profile and impact Prerequisite Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • 5+ years of experience in news, true crime, digital video, or podcast production, • Minimum 2 years of direct management experience leading production teams, • Proven ability to manage talent and guide on-air delivery and story structure, • Expertise in rundown creation, show flow, and fast-turnaround content, • Experience developing efficient production processes and leveraging external resources, • Deep interest in true crime, criminal justice, and real-world storytelling, • Exceptional organizational and time management skills, • Experience working with small, agile, multi-role teams, • Familiarity with YouTube, podcast, and social media formats, • Comfortable leading in a startup environment with evolving workflows Physical and Mental Demands: • Ability to work on-site in Los Angeles, in a fast-paced production studio, • Comfortable working under tight deadlines and breaking news cycles, • Capacity to manage sensitive, high-stakes, or traumatic subject matter, • Flexibility for early mornings, evenings, or weekend coverage as needed, • Ability to stand and sit for extended periods of time, • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds in a safe and prudent manner, • Ability to work and communicate well with other employees, management, individuals well-known to the public, creators, and studios, • Ability to perform work utilizing manual dexterity of the hands, • Ability to reach above and below shoulders, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, climb, kneel, push and/or pull, and twist, • Ability to read, write, and understand English Benefits: • 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision (employee-only coverage), • Competitive Paid Time Off, • Floating Holiday Time, • Paid Company Holidays, • Sick Leave in accordance with California law PAVE Studios is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an inclusive workplace.