Scientific Audio Production Specialist
Alexandria, Fairfax County, Virginia, 22350, USA
Listed on 2026-07-21
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Creative Arts/Media
Content Writer / Copywriter, Video Production, Broadcasting
Role Overview
Spire Communications is hiring a full‑time audio production specialist with demonstrated expertise in audio production, podcast development, and multimedia storytelling to support communications for the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF). This role manages the full audio production lifecycle, including research, interviews, scripting, narration, recording, editing, and distribution of audio content such as NSF’s Discovery Files Podcast. The ideal candidate combines strong editorial judgment, technical audio production skills, and the ability to communicate complex scientific and technical topics through compelling audio experiences.
Portfolio is required with application.
Work ArrangementThe position is hybrid, with potential for full‑time onsite work at the client site in Alexandria, VA. Occasional travel may be required.
Benefits- Medical (United Healthcare), dental (Care First Blue Cross Blue Shield), and vision (United Concordia) plans paid at 100 % (employee premium) plus 30 % contribution to family premium
- Monthly $50 wellness stipend for gym memberships, spa services, etc.
- Life and disability insurance (short‑ and long‑term)
- 18 days PTO and 8 federal holidays per year (plus Veterans Day for eligible veterans)
- Home office expense reimbursement
- 401(k) plan with automatic 3 % of salary employer contribution
- Annual stipend for employee and/or job‑related training
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