Senior Audiobook Producer

Simon & Schuster Audio is seeking a Senior Producer who will focus on nontraditional original recordings, as well as produce & direct ad hoc for the department.  In cooperation with the Executive Producer, the Senior Producer will oversee the production-side of original audios from the development stage through the master delivery.  A passion for books, audio, and pop culture is essential, as well as a strong creative vision for audio production.  

Responsibilities:
-constructing and researching budgets 
-creating production timelines in conjunction with the editorial and production departments
-liaising with the audio division and S&S 
-contributing creative input during development of script and project design 
-identifying & supervising needed freelance and in-house staff 
-spearheading meetings with creative and casting teams
-researching & overseeing casting in partnership with casting team  
-producing/directing both original audio productions & traditional audiobooks

Role requirements: 
-minimum 5-10 years of high-end, high profile audio production experience
-demonstrated experience launching and managing sophisticated, full audio-productions 
-ease in directing and working with high-profile authors and actors
-strong leadership & collaborative skills
-excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills
-detail oriented and highly organized
-comfort in working under pressure and on deadline, as well as juggling multiple productions 
-broad awareness of creative and technical developments/trends in audio publishing & production 

The annual salary for this position is $75,000.00 - $87,000.00