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Seeking creative, organized, and technically savvy undergraduate students to serve as Podcast Producers. You will be part of a dynamic team that blends storytelling, sound production, and digital engagement to amplify diverse voices and ideas. This is an ideal role for someone passionate about audio media, Black feminist culture, and community storytelling.

Department: Sociology
Location: Schaffer Library Podcast Studio & Lippman 206

Supervisor: Deidre Hill Butler

Work Available: 3 hours per week; daytime; Monday-Friday

Pay Rate: $9.70/hr
 

Womanist Musings is a student-produced podcast that centers Black feminist thought, activism, and cultural narratives. Each episode explores themes of identity, community, and social justice from a womanist perspective.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties:

• Content Creation & Planning: Assist with episode outlines, script development, and guest coordination.

• Audio Editing: Use Soundtrap to edit and mix podcast episodes into polished final products.

• Content Editing: Refine show notes, transcripts, and episode descriptions for clarity, tone, and accessibility.

• Social Media Management: Create and schedule engaging content (Instagram, X/Twitter, YouTube, etc.) to promote episodes and expand the podcast’s audience.

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with hosts and co-producers to brainstorm themes and segment ideas.

• Digital File Management: Organize and archive podcast audio, graphics, and documents efficiently.

Qualifications:

• Experience with Soundtrap or similar audio editing software

• Strong writing and editing skills

• Interest in Black feminist thought, digital media, and cultural production

• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content creation tools (e.g., Canva)

• Dependable, communicative, and able to meet weekly production deadlines

Location: Schenectady, NY

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