Mid-Level to Senior Podcast Editor
| Remuneration: | to be discussed |
| Location: | Roodepoort |
| Remote work: | Only remote work |
| Education level: | Matric |
| Job level: | Mid/Senior |
| Own transport required: | Yes |
| Travel requirement: | Occasional |
| Type: | Contract |
| Reference: | #Podcast Editor |
| Company: | SME South Africa |
Location: Remote (South Africa)
Contract Type: Freelance / Independent Contractor
Remuneration: Rate per episode (to be submitted by applicant)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Podcast Editor to manage the full post-production process of podcast episodes. This is a project-based role, paid per episode, and requires a professional with strong technical expertise in audio and/or video editing.
The ideal candidate will be able to deliver broadcast-quality content independently, meet deadlines consistently, and maintain high production standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Edit raw podcast recordings into polished final episodes
- Perform advanced audio cleaning and enhancement (noise reduction, EQ, compression, mastering, balancing)
- Remove errors, filler words, background noise, and long pauses seamlessly
- Add intros, outros, music, transitions, and sound design elements where required
- Sync audio and video (if applicable)
- Ensure consistent sound quality across episodes
- Export final files in the required formats for digital platforms (e.g. Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube)
- Maintain organised project files and deliver within agreed turnaround times
- Relevant qualification in audio engineering, sound design, media production, film/video production, or related field
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in audio and video editing
- Proven experience in podcast editing or long-form content production
- Strong portfolio showcasing previous work
- Advanced proficiency in at least one of the following:
- Adobe audition
- Adobe premiere pro
- Final cut pro
- DaVinci resolve
- Pro tools (advantageous)
- Strong understanding of audio mixing, mastering, and broadcast standards
- Must have own equipment and licensed editing software
- Reliable internet connection for file transfers
Interested candidates must submit
- Portfolio of relevant podcast/audio/video editing work
- Sample edit (instructions will be provided if shortlisted)
- Rate per episode (clearly indicate your proposed fee per episode)
- This is a freelance opportunity, not a permanent position.
- Remuneration will be agreed per episode based on experience and scope of work.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Posted on 26 Feb 09:51, Closing date 26 Apr
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