Executive Producer, Podcast - Factual

Executive Producer

Location: Daily Mail, Derry Street, HSK, London, W8 5HY

Position: Full Time/Permanent

About The Role

Daily Mail is one of the world's most-read news brands, and our audio ambitions match our reach. We're looking for an exceptional Executive Producer to lead our Factual podcast slate a senior creative and editorial force who will own the quality and delivery of some of Britain's most compelling audio storytelling.

This is a rare opportunity to shape a portfolio of award-winning factual podcasts at genuine scale, backed by DMG’s unrivalled access to stories, talent, and audiences. You'll be the driving force behind everything from investigations to history, politics, and human interest; commissioning and crafting shows that people can't ignore.

Main Responsibilities

Editorial Leadership

• Reporting to the Head of Podcasts, you will own the production and delivery of the Daily Mail's full factual podcast slate
• Commission and develop new series from initial concept through to launch and beyond
• Set and maintain the highest standards of audio journalism, storytelling, and production across all shows
• Work closely with the Daily Mail's worldwide editorial teams to identify stories that translate into compelling podcasts

Team & Talent Management

• Lead, inspire and line-manage a team of producers, researchers and freelancers
• Recruit and develop audio talent, building a team culture that is ambitious, collaborative, and accountable
• Identify, brief, and manage on-air talent and contributors, including journalists, experts, and high-profile on-air talent

Strategy & Growth

• Define and execute a growth strategy for the factual slate building audiences on Spotify, Apple, Youtube and beyond
• Work with the social team to maximise engagement and reach
• Monitor performance data and audience insight to inform creative decisions and investment priorities
• Represent DMG Podcasts externally at industry events, in press, and with distribution partners

Production Oversight

• Hold overall responsibility for delivery: budgets, schedules, and broadcast-quality output
• Ensure all content meets legal, ethical, and editorial guidelines

Person Specification

You're a senior creative professional with a proven track record of making hit factual podcasts shows that have genuinely moved the dial on downloads, conversation, and critical reception. You know what makes a story work, and you know how to get the best out of the people around you.

You'll have:

• Significant experience in audio production, with several years at senior or executive producer level
• A strong portfolio of factual podcast or radio commissions you're proud to stand behind
• Deep knowledge of the podcast landscape what's working, what's next, and where the gaps are
• Experience managing teams and budgets in a fast-paced media environment
• Excellent news judgement and understanding of what Daily Mail audiences care about
• Strong relationships across the audio and journalism industries
• An understand of subscription models and both the benefits and challenges they bring

You'll be:

• A natural storyteller with forensic attention to detail
• Decisive, calm under pressure, and solutions-focused
• Excited by the commercial as well as the creative side of podcasting
• Collaborative and generous with colleagues, while clear about standards and expectations

Why Join Us?

• Shape the output of one of the world's biggest news brands from the ground up
• Access to the Daily Mail's unparalleled journalistic network and story pipeline
• A senior role with real influence your decisions will define what millions of people listen to
• Competitive salary + benefits package

Our Commitment

We are committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.

We are Disability Confident Committed. Please let us know if you require any recruitment documentation in other formats or if you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process. Please be assured that any such information will be held separately to your recruitment application and will not be considered as part of the selection process.