Job Description
Job Description
Benefits :
401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceRole Overview
RACER is looking for a hands-on Video Producer / Editor to support production at the RACER Irvine Studio. This role is equal parts production, post-production, and distribution , supporting podcasts and video content from camera operation through final delivery. You will be responsible for capturing high-quality studio content, managing media workflows, editing full-length episodes and clips, preparing assets for digital and broadcast distribution, and ensuring content is published, scheduled, and reported on accurately.
This is a highly executional role for someone who is organized, technically capable, and comfortable owning the full content pipeline.
Key Responsibilities :
Production & Studio Operations
- Operate cameras, audio, and basic lighting for in-studio podcast and video productions
- Support multi-camera podcast and interview setups
- Ensure clean audio / video capture and troubleshoot technical issues during recordings
- Prepare the studio for shoots and manage equipment readiness
Media Management
- Ingest, organize, and archive video and audio files
- Maintain clear file structures and naming conventions
- Manage storage, backups, and media hand-off for post-production and delivery
Post-Production
- Edit full-length podcast episodes (video and audio)
- Sync multi-camera footage and audio
- Create clean, broadcast-quality edits for long-form content
- Cut shorter clips and highlights as needed
- Create thumbnails optimized for YouTube and podcast platforms
- Prepare audio-only versions for podcast distribution
Distribution & Publishing
- Upload, schedule, and publish episodes to :
YouTube
- Spotify
- Apple Podcasts
- Other major podcast platforms
- Prepare and deliver broadcast-ready versions with commercial breaks for the RACER Network
- Ensure correct metadata, titles, descriptions, and thumbnails are applied consistently
Reporting & Performance Tracking
- Produce basic performance reports including :
Episode views and listens
- Watch time and engagement
- Platform-level performance summaries
- Track publishing schedules and content output
- Support internal reporting for sponsors, partners, and internal teams
Qualifications & Experience
- 25+ years experience in video production and editing (studio or podcast experience strongly preferred)
- Proficiency with professional editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve, or similar)
- Comfortable operating cameras and managing audio in a studio environment
- Strong understanding of YouTube and podcast publishing workflows
- Experience preparing content for multiple platforms and formats
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Comfortable working independently and managing multiple episodes and deadlines
Preferred Experience
- Experience with motorsports, automotive, or sports media
- Familiarity with broadcast delivery standards and ad break insertion
- Experience producing performance or analytics reports
- Understanding of YouTube optimization (thumbnails, titles, retention)
What Were Looking For
- Someone who takes ownership of the entire production pipeline
- A self-starter who can manage details without constant oversight
- A team player who values consistency, quality, and deadlines
- Someone excited to help scale a growing studio and content operation
Why Join RACER
- Work with an iconic brand in motorsports and automotive culture
- Be part of a growing studio producing premium, original programming
- Collaborate with industry leaders, creators, and talent
- Opportunity to grow with RACER as our video and podcast output expands