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Podcast Audio Engineer (Volunteer)
PromiseStudios | Audio Production & Sound Engineering (PromisePod)
Organization Mentor A Promise (MAP)
Location Remote
Type Volunteer
Reports To Podcast Producer / Creative Director (PromisePod)
Works Closely With Assistant Podcast Producer, Podcast Editor, Voice Talent, PromiseVoice
About Mentor A Promise
Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a New York City–based nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth experiencing housing instability through mentorship, education, and community. Through storytelling and media, MAP amplifies voices, shares experiences, and builds connection across communities.
About PromiseStudios | Creative, Media & Production
PromiseStudios is MAP’s creative division responsible for media, storytelling, and production. Within the division, PromisePod leads podcast development—creating content that is engaging, meaningful, and aligned with MAP’s voice and mission.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Podcast Audio Engineer to ensure high-quality sound production across MAP’s podcast content.
This role focuses on recording quality, sound clarity, mixing, and mastering—ensuring that every episode meets professional audio standards and delivers a strong listening experience.
Key Responsibilities
Audio Recording & Setup
Required
Interested candidates must apply directly through Idealist and submit
Help ensure that every story we share is heard clearly, professionally, and with impact.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with our organization. At this time, volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals based in the United States due to legal, safeguarding, data-privacy, and programmatic requirements. We appreciate your interest in our mission and your understanding of these constraints.
Podcast Audio Engineer (Volunteer)
PromiseStudios | Audio Production & Sound Engineering (PromisePod)
Organization Mentor A Promise (MAP)
Location Remote
Type Volunteer
Reports To Podcast Producer / Creative Director (PromisePod)
Works Closely With Assistant Podcast Producer, Podcast Editor, Voice Talent, PromiseVoice
About Mentor A Promise
Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a New York City–based nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth experiencing housing instability through mentorship, education, and community. Through storytelling and media, MAP amplifies voices, shares experiences, and builds connection across communities.
About PromiseStudios | Creative, Media & Production
PromiseStudios is MAP’s creative division responsible for media, storytelling, and production. Within the division, PromisePod leads podcast development—creating content that is engaging, meaningful, and aligned with MAP’s voice and mission.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Podcast Audio Engineer to ensure high-quality sound production across MAP’s podcast content.
This role focuses on recording quality, sound clarity, mixing, and mastering—ensuring that every episode meets professional audio standards and delivers a strong listening experience.
Key Responsibilities
Audio Recording & Setup
- Support recording sessions (remote or in-person) with proper audio setup
- Ensure microphones, levels, and environments are optimized for sound quality
- Troubleshoot audio issues during recording
- Edit raw audio for clarity, pacing, and quality
- Remove background noise, interruptions, and inconsistencies
- Mix and master episodes to consistent volume and sound standards
- Maintain consistent audio quality across all episodes
- Ensure episodes meet platform standards (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.)
- Develop and maintain audio quality guidelines
- Collaborate with podcast editors and producers on timelines and deliverables
- Prepare final audio files for publishing
- Maintain organized audio files and version control
- Work closely with producers, hosts, and editors
- Support creative direction while maintaining technical excellence
- Maintain timely, professional responsiveness via Google Workspace
Required
- Experience in audio engineering, sound editing, or podcast production
- Proficiency with audio software (e.g., Pro Tools, Adobe Audition, Logic Pro, or similar)
- Strong attention to detail and sound quality
- Ability to manage audio workflows and timelines
- Alignment with MAP’s mission and dignity-centered values
- Experience working on podcasts or spoken-word content
- Knowledge of audio mastering standards for streaming platforms
- Experience with remote recording tools (e.g., Riverside, Zoom, etc.)
- Understanding of storytelling through audio
- Volunteer role
- Approximately 5–10 hours per week
- Minimum 6-month commitment preferred
- Fully remote
- Experience producing high-quality podcast audio in a mission-driven organization
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful storytelling and media projects
- Collaboration with creative and production teams
- Professional references and letters of recommendation
- A portfolio of polished, published audio work
Interested candidates must apply directly through Idealist and submit
- Resume (required)
- Portfolio or sample audio work (required)
- Cover letter (required) describing relevant experience in audio production and interest in MAP’s mission
Help ensure that every story we share is heard clearly, professionally, and with impact.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with our organization. At this time, volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals based in the United States due to legal, safeguarding, data-privacy, and programmatic requirements. We appreciate your interest in our mission and your understanding of these constraints.