About the Role
As an English (US) Podcast Localization Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping engaging, culturally relevant podcast content for audiences across the United States. Your responsibilities will include reviewing, refining, fact-checking, and adapting AI-generated editorial content to ensure high standards of quality, clarity, and authenticity. You will work across various podcast genres and formats, utilizing your strong editorial judgment, creativity, and understanding of American pop culture and listener preferences. Additionally, you will research industry trends, verify references, and provide actionable feedback to enhance AI-generated content. This quality-focused role allows you to combine writing expertise with podcast knowledge in a technology-driven localization environment.
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Accountabilities
- Review, edit, fact-check, and adapt podcast-related editorial content in US English, adhering to established style guides and quality standards.
- Enhance AI-generated copy by improving clarity, coherence, accuracy, tone, and creative impact.
- Research US podcast terminology, formats, creators, genres, and current industry trends.
- Ensure content reflects American cultural references, regional preferences, and audience expectations.
- Provide clear, constructive, and actionable feedback on written content and AI-generated outputs.
- Maintain consistency and quality across digital and audiovisual content formats.
- Work efficiently with client tools, editorial platforms, and established project workflows.
Requirements
- Proven copywriting experience, showcasing strong writing and editing skills.
- Experience creating or editing content related to various podcast genres and formats.
- Familiarity with contemporary podcast trends, industry conventions, and popular creators.
- Excellent command of US English grammar, punctuation, and editorial style.
- Ability to adapt tone and voice to different content formats, audiences, and contexts.
- Strong awareness of American culture, regional preferences, mainstream pop culture, and widely recognized references.
- Creativity in developing original angles and enhancing source content engagement.
- Strong research and fact-checking skills, capable of verifying trends and references using reliable sources.
- Audience awareness and an understanding of what resonates with listeners and drives engagement.
- Genuine enthusiasm for podcasts and the ability to translate that interest into insightful editorial content.
Nice to Have
- Published work on reputable podcast or media platforms.
- Experience with podcast streaming services, editorial platforms, or podcast-focused applications.
- Ability to adapt writing styles for Gen Z audiences and contemporary pop culture contexts.
Benefits
- Hourly Compensation: $27–$32 USD per hour.
- Specialized Editorial Work: Opportunity to contribute to the quality of podcast content and AI-assisted localization.
- Flexible Project Environment: Work with established content guidelines, client tools, and localization workflows.
- Global Collaboration: Join a multilingual content and localization environment serving international audiences.
