Podcast Producer

RTÉ is Ireland's national public-service media organisation. We are embarking upon an ambitious and exciting 5-year transformation strategy to update the way we run the organisation. Our mission is to serve as an independent source of stories, news, information and entertainment for Ireland, reflecting the diversity of its people and providing experiences that enrich the lives of all.

Meet the Team

RTÉ Podcasts was created to engage with an audience aged under 45 which increasingly consumes media on non-linear platforms. Our plan is to build habit-forming podcasts which place RTÉ at the centre of this audience's digital audio consumption.

About the role:

• Perform a central role in building RTÉ's podcasting operation, informing its identity as it grows
• Work closely with the Head of Podcasting in the process of developing new ideas
• Initiate and create compelling, unmissable content for a range of platforms including digital audio, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and RTÉ.ie
• Oversee all aspects of a podcast's production from idea generation onwards - including set design, brand design, host and guest management
• Manage each episode's editing, recording, distribution and promotion on audio, video and text platforms, including social media
• Be part of a creative team working to strict deadlines - often in pressurised situations
• Interact with people working across RTÉ and the independent sector in the production and promotion of RTÉ podcasts
• Work with podcast platforms to increase the visibility and promotion of RTÉ's podcasts

About you:

• An instinctive drive to connect with audiences and an understanding of the younger audience that is currently underserved by RTÉ
• A strong sense of what makes a compelling host, guest, topic or format idea
• A strong background in digital media production, with an ability to use images, video, audio and text to maximise the impact of RTÉ's podcasts across various platforms - in particular on social media
• An understanding of podcast formats and trends in digital audio
• A readiness to learn new technologies as they emerge or become relevant to the work of the podcasting department
• An ability to work constructively and positively in a fast-moving production environment
• Sound editorial judgement and the capacity to work closely and creatively with others
• An understanding of how AI is shaping the media environment will be an advantage - including both the challenges it poses and the opportunities it presents.

How to apply

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please apply by submitting:

• Your Curriculum Vitae
• A cover letter (no more than 300 words) outlining your interest in the role, and suitability to its requirements.
• A paper (no more than 850 words) on one of the following topics: How I would build an Irish version of the Ringer Podcast Network, or How I would create an Irish version of the Shameless Podcast, and what other podcasts could be generated as spin offs from that.

One appointment will be offered on a full time fixed term contract for a duration of two years. The second appointment will be made on a full time fixed purpose contract for a duration of six months.

Both appointments will be made on the Radio Producer salary scale from €54,661 gross pa to €85,602 gross per annum.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 12th June 2026.

Applications are welcome from people who have a positive outlook to Irish.

Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do - both on screen and behind the scenes. We are committed to building a more inclusive environment and tackling under representation while embedding inclusion at every stage of the employee journey.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, social experience, race and ethnicity, disability, civil and family status, religious belief and membership of the Traveller Community.

We are eager to provide reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with any kind of disability. Should you wish to request accommodation for your interview, we encourage you to let us know when you apply.