Podcast Operations & Publishing Coordinator (Volunteer)
5+ years
New York, NY
Remote
1 month ago
About the role
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Podcast Operations & Publishing Coordinator (Volunteer)
PromiseStudios | PromisePod | Publishing, Distribution & Production Support
Organization Mentor A Promise (MAP)
Location Remote
Type Volunteer
Reports To Podcast Producer / Director of Audio Production
Works Closely With Editors, Audio Engineers, Booking Agent, PromiseVoice, Content Team
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 our podcast, we share stories, culture, and conversations that reflect the voices and experiences of our communities.
About PromiseStudios | PromisePod
PromisePod is MAP’s podcast division within PromiseStudios, focused on storytelling, culture, and community voice. The success of the podcast depends not only on content—but on consistent, organized, and high-quality publishing and operations.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Podcast Operations & Publishing Coordinator to manage the backend operations of podcast production , including publishing, distribution, and administrative support.
This role ensures that episodes move smoothly from final edit to public release , with accuracy, consistency, and timeliness.
This is a detail-driven operations role that keeps the podcast running reliably.
Key Responsibilities
Episode Publishing & Distribution
Content Management
Show Notes & Metadata Support
Production Coordination Support
Platform & System Management
Cross-Team Collaboration
Communication & Responsiveness
Qualifications
Required
Preferred
Commitment
What You’ll Gain
How To Apply
Interested candidates must apply directly through Idealist and submit
This role ensures the story gets out.
Not just created—but delivered, consistently and clearly, to the audience.
This role holds the pieces together.
From research to outreach to execution—help ensure every story is fully built before it’s told.
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.
Podcast Operations & Publishing Coordinator (Volunteer)
PromiseStudios | PromisePod | Publishing, Distribution & Production Support
Organization Mentor A Promise (MAP)
Location Remote
Type Volunteer
Reports To Podcast Producer / Director of Audio Production
Works Closely With Editors, Audio Engineers, Booking Agent, PromiseVoice, Content Team
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 our podcast, we share stories, culture, and conversations that reflect the voices and experiences of our communities.
About PromiseStudios | PromisePod
PromisePod is MAP’s podcast division within PromiseStudios, focused on storytelling, culture, and community voice. The success of the podcast depends not only on content—but on consistent, organized, and high-quality publishing and operations.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Podcast Operations & Publishing Coordinator to manage the backend operations of podcast production , including publishing, distribution, and administrative support.
This role ensures that episodes move smoothly from final edit to public release , with accuracy, consistency, and timeliness.
This is a detail-driven operations role that keeps the podcast running reliably.
Key Responsibilities
Episode Publishing & Distribution
- Upload and publish podcast episodes across platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.)
- Ensure correct titles, descriptions, tags, and metadata
- Maintain consistency in publishing schedules
Content Management
- Organize episode files, descriptions, and assets
- Maintain a structured library of podcast content
- Ensure all materials are complete and ready for release
Show Notes & Metadata Support
- Draft or format episode descriptions and show notes
- Ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with messaging
- Support SEO-friendly formatting where applicable
Production Coordination Support
- Track episode progress from recording to publishing
- Coordinate with editors, producers, and team members
- Ensure deadlines and release timelines are met
Platform & System Management
- Manage podcast hosting platforms and distribution tools
- Monitor episode uploads and resolve basic issues
- Maintain organized workflows for publishing
Cross-Team Collaboration
- Work with PromiseVoice for messaging alignment
- Coordinate with marketing teams for episode promotion
- Support integration with broader content strategy
Communication & Responsiveness
- Maintain timely, professional communication via Google Workspace
- Coordinate across podcast and content teams
Qualifications
Required
- Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills
- Ability to manage structured workflows and timelines
- Strong written communication skills
- Reliability and consistency
- Alignment with MAP’s mission and dignity-centered values
Preferred
- Experience with podcast platforms (Spotify for Podcasters, Anchor, etc.)
- Experience with content publishing or digital media
- Familiarity with metadata, formatting, or SEO basics
- Interest in podcasting, storytelling, or media production
Commitment
- Volunteer role
- Approximately 5–10 hours per week
- Minimum 6-month commitment required
- Fully remote
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience in podcast publishing and operations
- Exposure to the full podcast production lifecycle
- Collaboration with creative and production teams
- Professional references and letters of recommendation
- A meaningful role ensuring stories reach the world
How To Apply
Interested candidates must apply directly through Idealist and submit
- Resume (required)
- Brief statement of interest describing experience in operations, publishing, or media
This role ensures the story gets out.
Not just created—but delivered, consistently and clearly, to the audience.
This role holds the pieces together.
From research to outreach to execution—help ensure every story is fully built before it’s told.
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.