• Oversee execution of the overall editorial and creative direction for the Anti-Trans Hate Machine podcast programming • Define episode scope, thematic focus, and structural constraints (e.g., outlines, interview frameworks, narrative arc) • Review and approve outlines, drafts, and scripts to ensure investigative depth, narrative clarity, factual integrity, and alignment with the show’s mission • Guide Producer(s) in shaping strong editorial concepts and execution. • Manage and mentor Producer(s), providing structured feedback, growth planning, and daily operational leadership • Provide clear direction, feedback, and performance oversight • Allocate workload and ensure team capacity aligns with production demands • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and editorial excellence. • Oversee the complete production lifecycle from recording through publication • Manage production timelines, budgets, and cross-functional coordination • Supervise editing processes and approve final audio before release • Ensure required permissions, releases, and compliance standards are met • Oversee metadata creation, distribution readiness, and platform publishing • Anticipate and manage investigative pivots, including schedule shifts, rewrites, or additional reporting as new information emerges. • Lead guest sourcing strategy aligned with editorial priorities • Oversee guest outreach, scheduling, and onboarding processes • Maintain strong external relationships with interviewees and partners • Ensure smooth post-publication follow-up and engagement.