Podcast Script Writer wanted | $700 per script

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: TODAY I LEARNED—CLIMATE

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

MIT Environmental Solutions Initiative

PODCAST SCRIPT WRITER

Today I Learned: Climate (TILclimate), MIT’s award-winning podcast on climate change, is seeking a scriptwriter to work with the host to research, draft and edit scripts for a general, “climate curious” audience.

TILclimate, produced by the MIT Environmental Solutions Initiative, is a short-form narrative-style podcast. We weave interviews with scientists together with thoughtful explanatory narration, to produce 10-15 minute episodes that break down the science, technologies, and social aspects behind climate change for a public “climate curious” audience. Part of our goal is to be relatable, easy to understand, and appealing to people across the political spectrum, while providing a look at not only what the science says, but also how science is practiced. TILclimate is nonpartisan, science-based, and does not advocate for specific policies; we create episodes that give listeners a jargon-free explanation of often confusing climate change topics, to help them make informed decisions for the future.

Each episode of TILclimate features a single guest expert on an important climate change-related topic. The scriptwriter will generate scripts, weaving quotes from the interview with the host’s narration to clarify complicated points, tie together concepts, and create a cohesive and compelling explanation of the topic. The scriptwriter will receive a research brief on the episode topic, participate in the expert interview, lead a team pitch session, and work closely with the host and Associate Producer to draft and revise episode scripts.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO HAS:

• Podcast writing experience
• Experience with a scripted style of writing (as opposed to a reported style)
• Excellent skills in distilling complex/scientific concepts into clear, everyday language
• An intermediate level of climate change knowledge (for example, understands the difference between “clean energy” and “renewable energy”)

We are looking to immediately hire either an experienced contractor (self-employed) or a professional (on hourly pay).

To apply, please send to tilclimate@mit.edu:

• Your resume
• Letter of interest
• Relevant examples of your podcasting work (scripts and links to episodes) and the role you played for those pieces

MIT is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin. MIT’s full policy on Nondiscrimination can be found here.

MIT is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin. MIT’s full policy on Nondiscrimination can be found at https://policies.mit.edu/policies-procedures/90-relations-and-responsibilities-within-mit-community/92-nondiscrimination.

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JOB SUMMARY:

• Looking for: Podcast Script Writer
• Location: Cambridge MA or remote
• Compensation: $700 per episode script

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Questions / applications: tilclimate@mit.edu

Website: http://tilclimate.mit.edu/

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