Job Description
About the Role This is a hands-on role supporting the day-to-day running of a podcast. You will work closely with our client to help plan, organise, and prepare episodes — from topic research to guest coordination and pre-recording preparation. This role is suited for someone who is: early in their career curious and proactive comfortable doing both thinking and execution If you are looking for a senior, strategy-heavy role, this will not be a fit. What You Will Do 1. Topic & Episode Support Research and suggest conversation topics Help refine episode ideas with the team Prepare simple discussion notes for recordings 2. Guest Research & Coordination Help identify and shortlist potential guests Prepare guest briefs (basic background, angles) Support scheduling and communication 3. Pre-Recording Preparation Ensure all materials are ready before recording Send instructions and reminders to guests Support basic setup coordination 4. Workflow & Tracking Maintain episode tracker and content calendar Ensure tasks are completed on time Follow up on outstanding items What This Role Is NOT Not a senior strategy role Not creative direction Not just admin — but also not leadership Requirements Who This Is For We are looking for someone who: Is organised and reliable Communicates clearly Is curious about people and conversations Is comfortable doing detailed work Can take ownership but still execute hands-on You do not need years of experience — but you need the right mindset . Time Commitment Up to 16 hours per week Flexible, remote May increase slightly as the podcast scales Location Philippines (preferred) OR Malaysia How to Apply Instead of a generic CV, send: One topic you think would make a good podcast conversation (keep it simple) One guest you would invite and why Benefits Remote working Work from anywhere At Substance , we’re all about action, not just talk. If your profile aligns with what we need, you’ll hear from us within 1-2 weeks. If not, no fluff—just know we va
