Podcast Host (Part-Time - Remote)

  • Part-time

Company Description

Ultiworld is the leading news media organization in disc sports (ultimate frisbee and disc golf). From deep reporting to incisive analysis to live video production, Ultiworld is at the forefront of content creation in the fast-growing disc sports world.

Job Description

Ultiworld seeks to develop additional podcast content and is looking for hosts for shows in development. We are especially interested in podcasts covering women's ultimate and/or focusing on equity, social justice, activism, race, and gender news and efforts inside the ultimate community. However, we are also interested in hearing pitches for other podcasts as well -- sell us your ideas!

Hosts may apply individually or with a co-host, either with a specific idea in mind or open to developing a concept in collaboration with Ultiworld. 

Ultiworld podcast hosts will work complete work in the following areas: 

  • Develop Show Concept: While we have very broad topics we’d love to see highlighted in a new podcast (listed above), we recognize that the core concept will need to be narrowed to be manageable and coherent. Initial conversations both internally and with some external partners have generated some exciting ideas, but we’d love to hear more. The show content should reflect and resonate with the hosts. Ultiworld editorial team and existing podcasters are available to help brainstorm and develop ideas and regular segments, as well as share best practices.

  • Plan and Record Regular Show: Once a concept is developed, you will prep regular show outlines, including main conversation topics, any pre-recorded segments, and scheduling appropriate guests. We are open to hosting regular planning meetings to support this prep, at least to start if not beyond that. You will then record a regularly-occurring podcast (schedule can range from weekly to monthly -- we're flexible) and submit it for editing on deadline. Ultiworld will outfit any hosts with audio equipment and best practices for planning and recording a show. Editing can be handled by the host or by our audio editors.

Beyond these core responsibilities, we would encourage (though not require) new podcast hosts to utilize other content streams within the Ultiworld ecosystem -- video, written content, social media -- to build out a personal brand and/or distinct niche community, as has been the case with other podcasts in our network (Sin the Fields, 7500 Club, etc.).

We are very aware that almost everything about ultimate’s history, media, and culture has traditionally been driven by majority voices. We strive to continue to showcase a wide variety of perspectives and ideas by using our platform to feature historically marginalized voices to build community with other players and community members from marginalized groups. We hope this podcast can help to continue to drive those efforts. 

As an equal opportunity employer, Ultiworld seeks to build and support a media landscape that meets or exceeds the diversity of the community we serve. We fully acknowledge the shortcomings related to a lack of diversity in our current staff, and among our podcast hosts. As part of Ultiworld’s commitment to equity, we encourage individuals from groups and identities historically underrepresented in the sport and in traditional media to apply. These include, but are not limited to, identities based on race, ethnicity, sex, gender, status as a sexual or gender minority, socioeconomic status, ability status, and current service members or veterans. Ultiworld recognizes that many candidates may not have a specific background in sports media, and we encourage those who have a foundational set of storytelling, communication skills, project management, and an interest in growing to apply. You do not need to have played at the most competitive levels of the sport to be considered. 

This is a paid freelance position that will be compensated at our standard podcast rate per episode with payments made once per month. Podcast hosts will also receive necessary recording equipment to ensure quality. In addition, all regular contributors to Ultiworld get complimentary access to a Full subscription including video, paid travel costs (if required), access to Ultiworld’s Discord community, and other perks.

To Apply: Please share a resume and short cover letter describing what excites you about the position, one or two ideas for a podcast series or episode, and any relevant work experience. Audio submissions are encouraged and accepted in lieu of a cover letter, though not required.

Qualifications

  • Be passionate about the podcast topic you want to cover! A great show starts with a dedicated and excited host.

  • The ability to be engaging on the air is important. Opinions are good.

  • Podcasting and/or audio experience is not required but is a plus.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

As an equal opportunity employer, Ultiworld seeks to build and support a media landscape that meets or exceeds the diversity of the community we serve. We fully acknowledge the shortcomings related to a lack of diversity in our current staff, and among our podcast hosts. As part of Ultiworld’s commitment to equity, we encourage individuals from groups and identities historically underrepresented in the sport and in traditional media to apply. These include, but are not limited to, identities based on race, ethnicity, sex, gender, status as a sexual or gender minority, socioeconomic status, ability status, and current service members or veterans. Ultiworld recognizes that many candidates may not have a specific background in sports media, and we encourage those who have a foundational set of storytelling, communication skills, project management, and an interest in growing to apply. You do not need to have played at the most competitive levels of the sport to be considered.