Job Opportunity:
Production Assistant,
The Mel Robbins Podcast

Contract to Full Time Position
Must be based in Boston, MA

We are seeking a talented Production Assistant to join our dynamic team at The Mel Robbins Podcast. This person will play an important role in the creation of captivating content that inspires and motivates millions of people around the world.

You will be a key member of our podcast production team, assisting with various tasks throughout the production cycle—from studio setup, to guest and travel coordination, to supporting promotional needs. You’ll work closely with Producers to create positive experiences for guests of the show. The ideal candidate has a desire for learning and growth, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and is a self-starter who enjoys a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Who Are We?

143 Studios, Inc. is a media company headquartered in Boston, MA focused on creating, producing, and publishing first-of-its-kind audio and visual content that inspires and empowers millions of people around the world with unprecedented results: billions of video views, millions of books sold, seven #1 audiobooks, 19 million total followers, and original courses and professional development education for clients like Starbucks, Ulta Beauty, JP Morgan Chase, and Audible. 143 Studios produces content across all platforms for Mel Robbins, the top female voice in the mental health, wellness, and personal development spaces, including The Mel Robbins Podcast, the #1 Education podcast in the world and the 5th most-followed podcast on Apple Podcasts. Millions of people tune into the podcast for science-backed tools, expert resources, and the inspiration to create a better life.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate closely with members of the Production team on several aspects of creating podcast episodes, across pre-production, production, and post-production. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Pre-production responsibilities:
    • Monitor and sort the show’s email inbox 
    • Organize and maintain guest/topic suggestions for Production team
    • Coordinate and book travel for Production team
    • Assist with guest relations: outreach, booking & interview coordination
    • Assist producers with script preparation
  • Production responsibilities:
    • Assist with studio guest relations
    • Assist with studio setup and clean up
    • Coordinate meals on recording days 
    • Assist with social media video capture
  • Post-production responsibilities:
    • Update and maintain website for each new episode release
    • Monitor the show’s listener community comments on streaming platforms
    • Timecode each episode’s audio and video content

Qualifications:

  • 0-2 years of experience in audio or video production, podcasting, or a related field.
  • Strong writing and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, assignments, and deliverables at once.
  • A go-getter with a can-do, solutions-driven work ethic.
  • Comfortable in a fast paced, technology driven production environment.
  • Fast learner and tech savvy with an ability to troubleshoot and problem solve on the fly. 
  • A passion for personal growth and the topics shared on The Mel Robbins Podcast – you believe in the work and are motivated by the difference you’re making in people’s lives.
  • A team player who wants to be part of making the company better as a whole.
  • Familiarity with Google Suite.
  • Able to and interested in traveling to our Vermont studios for occasional production.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field.
  • Based in Boston, MA or willing to relocate.

If interested, apply here with your resume and cover letter.