Supervising Producer, Jalen Rose Podcast

Rain Delay Media is hiring a Supervising Producer to lead all aspects of a Jalen Rose podcast from a recording studio in downtown Detroit (twice-weekly). This is a hands-on role managing all initial episode concepts through final delivery across YouTube, audio, and social channels. You will work on-site in downtown Detroit collaborating with local and remote production team members to build rundowns, direct multi-camera shoots, manage the studio and oversee post-production. The show will be multi-format — interviews, roundtable panels, solo segments and branded content. If you live at the intersection of sports, music and production — and you know what it means to be from Detroit — this is the job for you!ABOUT COMPANY:Rain Delay Media is an award-winning production company powering sports' biggest athletes and creators across YouTube, podcasts and social media, including Road Trippin' with Richard Jefferson, Kickin' It with Deestroying and Club 30 with Henrik Lundqvist. Same Page Entertainment is a Detroit-based multi-media production company founded by Jalen Rose and Tom Gores focused on celebrating the rich culture, creativity, history, and talent found in Detroit and across Michigan.RESPONSIBILITIES:Creative DevelopmentGenerate and pitch episode concepts, guest targets, recurring segments, and topical show beats weeklyBuild and refine show rundowns in collaboration with hosts, producers and executive producers before each recordingHelp shape show’s creative identity over time — tone, pacing, visual language, and how it evolves month to monthPartner with sales and partnerships teams on branded content integrations and ad readsWork alongside Same Page social media managers to align show content with broader company campaigns and talent initiativesPre-ProductionOwn production calendar across a full season, managing schedules, guest placement, and crew call timesPrepare detailed episode rundowns each week: segment order, talking points, guest research, branded content windows, and technical cuesCoordinate guest booking and rescheduling in partnership with Rain Delay ’s talent bookerRun pre-production meetings with talent, producers and editors to align on each episode before cameras rollConfirm studio is fully prepped before every recording — cameras framed, audio levels set, streams tested, set dressed, lighting lockedLive ProductionDirect multi-camera recordings on shoot days: call shots, manage talent on set, and maintain energy and pacing throughout sessionMaintain creative and brand consistency across every episode — the show should look, sound, and feel unmistakably like itself whether it’s Episode 1 or Episode 100Operate production tools (vMix, OBS, Riverside, and/or similar) to simultaneously record and livestream to YouTube, Spotify, and audio platformsManage remote guest and co-host integration when participants join remotelyHandle all recording logistics: equipment setup, technical settings, signal flow, and real-time troubleshooting when things go sideways during a tapingEnsure all raw files — video, audio, multitrack, and ISO camera feeds — are properly labeled and transferred to the post team immediately after each sessionPost-Production OversightReview rough cuts and provide detailed edit notes for producers and editorsManage asset requests: graphics, thumbnails, lower thirds, and any visual elements needed for each episode and its derivativesOversee the publishing cadence across all distribution channels to ensure episodes and clips land on scheduleStudio OperationsServe as day-to-day manager of the studioMaintain and troubleshoot all studio systems: cameras, lighting, audio, video switching, streaming infrastructure, and network equipmentTrack equipment condition, coordinate repairs, and recommend upgrades to Rain Delay leadership as the show’s technical needs evolveQUALIFICATIONS:4+ years producing weekly podcasts, talk shows, or live studio productions for a recognized network, platform, or media brandTrack record of producing and directing high-profile talent on set — athletes, entertainers, or public figures who require a particular level of professionalism and trustHands-on experience with multi-camera live production and streaming tools: vMix, Riverside, OBS or comparable systemsWorking knowledge of studio equipment at a level where you can set up, operate, and fix problems with PTZ cameras, audio interfaces, lighting rigs, video switchers, and production networkingStrong creative instincts—you can write a rundown, shape a story, craft a YouTube title, and know what makes a clip go from 5K views to 500KFluency in YouTube and audio podcast platform strategy: thumbnails, retention curves, Shorts, and how audiences discover and consume content in 2026Clear, confident communicator who can work across teams — Detroit-based talent and crew, remote editors and executives, brand partners — and keep everyone aligned without creating bottlenecksWillingness to work nights and weekends when the production calendar demands itGenuine passion for sports, culture, and what Detroit representsExisting relationships in Detroit’s media, music, or sports communitySelf-directed with strong problem-solving abilitiesReliable transportation to studio locationRain Delay Media is an equal opportunity employer. The description provided above is meant to convey the typical scope and responsibility for individuals in this position. Additional tasks may be assigned as necessary.