Debate Panelist - Monthly Political Podcast

Our National Conversation

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Los Angeles, California

Fully Remote

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Participate in monthly structured political debates via Zoom to present well-researched and persuasive arguments. Collaborate with the production team on preparation and fact-checking for social media content.

Qualifications

You have prior podcasting or broadcast experience and a strong on-air presence with the ability to engage listeners through charisma and storytelling. A background in journalism, political science, law, or public policy is preferred, along with experience moderating debates and proficiency in English.

Must Have Skills for ATS

podcasting

broadcast

debate moderation

English language proficiency

social media promotion

Job Description

Company Description

MISSION STATEMENT

OUR NATIONAL CONVERSATION (ONC) seeks to reduce partisanship and promote
effective solutions to America’s challenges. Powered by America’s youth, we host a
media outlet, produce educational materials and facilitate dialogue intended to
make America a better country.

Job Description

Our National Conversation is building a non-partisan solution platform for American policy issues. 

We’re looking for 3-4 skilled on-air debaters to join our monthly political podcast, presenting well-researched, persuasive arguments on political issues. You’ll participate in structured debates via zoom, that will be subsequently edited and posted onto our social media platforms. There may be prior collaboration with the production team on prep and fact-checking. This is a recurring role (monthly) requiring reliable availability, commitment to show guidelines, and support of the nonprofit’s mission. Depending on ideas, availability, and success, we may hold multiple debates each month. 

This position is remote, with work primarily conducted over Zoom and Slack, so applicants must be comfortable coordinating in a remote environment and are expected to maintain a high level of communication. The duration of these duties is preferred to be at least six (6) months. 

Compensation: This is not a paid position.

Benefits: Professional networking, resume-building experience

Qualifications

  • Prior podcasting or broadcast experience (hosting, co-hosting, producing).
  • Strong on-air presence and ability to engage listeners (charisma, storytelling).
  • Journalism, political science, law, public policy, or related academic/professional background.
  • Experience moderating or adjudicating debates.
  • Proficienct use of the English language (reading, writing, speaking)
  • Social media presence or ability to help promote episodes.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Our National Conversation

MISSION STATEMENT OUR NATIONAL CONVERSATION (ONC) seeks to reduce partisanship and promote effective solutions to America’s challenges. Powered by America’s youth, we host a media outlet, produce educational materials and facilitate dialogue intended to make America a better country. Visit https://ournationalconversation.org/ to learn more.
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