The Economist is hiring a Senior Producer

Oct 15th 2025|1 min read

The Economist is looking for a senior producer to help launch a spin-off video podcast from Money Talks, our award-winning weekly business and finance podcast. This is an opportunity to join a growing and innovative team. We are initially able to offer a fixed-term contract of six months. You will:

• Manage production end-to-end: brainstorm ideas, bid for guests, brief long-form interviews, write scripts, and record and edit video and audio

• Work collaboratively with editors and hosts

• Publish and promote the vodcast on-platform and off

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong journalistic background and a solid understanding of business, finance and economics. You will also have:

• A track-record producing best-in-class podcasts

• Experience briefing and producing in-depth, long-form interviews

• Impeccable editorial judgement

• An understanding of the latest developments in podcasting, including video podcasting

• Excellent writing and communication skills

• Intimate knowledge of all the technical aspects of recording, including proficiency in editing tools such as Pro Tools, Audition and Premiere Pro

• A clear grasp of what makes The Economist distinctive

To apply, submit a short cover letter and CV to moneytalksjobs@economist.com. The deadline is Monday, October 27th 2025.

We will only contact those moving forward in the selection process.

This job is based in London. All applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom.

The Economist Group values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of ethnic origin, national origin, gender, race, colour, religious beliefs, disability, sexual orientation or age.