The Art of Education University

Podcast Host [Remote, Contractor]

The Art of Education University is looking to expand its podcast network. We are looking for individuals to write and host both ongoing and miniseries podcasts. Podcasters must have K-12 art experience, strong writing and communication skills, a confident presence on the microphone, technology proficiency, enthusiasm and knowledge of trends and best practices in art education, and the ability to adhere to strict deadlines. [Part-Time, Contracted, Remote]

The Art of Education University | Who We Are | 

MISSION 

Our mission is simple, driven, and inspiring: We grow amazing art teachers by providing rigorous, relevant, and engaging professional development at every stage of their career.

BELIEFS

AOEU is an innovative and fast-growing institution of higher education serving art teachers around the world. In 2019, we became the first homegrown graduate university in the state of Iowa in 50 years and the world’s first “university for life,” serving art educators throughout an entire lifetime of learning.

The Art of Education University serves tens of thousands of students, readers, and customers around the U.S. and in over 40 countries. Our Magazine is read more than 800,000 times each month, our events are attended by over 4,000 art educators annually, and we serve over 2,000 graduate students each year. 

CULTURE

Our culture is at the heart of our success as an institution. We believe in a drama-free environment that upholds the ideals of Radical Candor©.  We believe that your success is our success. You will always know where you stand and be challenged to grow and stretch yourself in ways you never imagined.

LEARN MORE

https://theartofeducation.edu/about/work-with-aoe/

The Details | Podcast Host | 

Responsibilities

Podcasters submit written proposals and scripts, along with corresponding audio content for a predetermined amount of episodes, to be published as part of The Art of Education University’s podcast network. Podcast hosts provide timely and clear communication with the Podcast Manager. 

Required

• K-12 art classroom teaching experience.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Confident, natural, and engaging audio presence.
• Ability to connect with a wide audience.
• Excellent collaborator open to suggestions and feedback.
• Knowledgeable of up-to-date trends and best practices in art education. 
• Passionate for sharing ideas with others.
• Organized and able to meet deadlines.
• Comfortable and proficient with technology and recording.

Work Environment

The duties of this position are typical of those performed in a home office setting. The majority of tasks will be performed while sitting at a desk. Recording will require a professional, clean, and quiet space.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift a laptop and other recording equipment as necessary.

VISUAL & TACTILE REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to view computer screens for periods of time. Ability to use a laptop keyboard with accuracy.
• Ability to hear at normal levels and through electronic devices such as laptops, earbuds, phones, and the like.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation

Podcasters earn a base stipend per episode once the commitment has been met (all episodes are submitted and accepted and any other needed submissions are received). 

Thank you for taking the time to submit an application to work with The Art of Education University. We pull applications only when we have openings. We will reach out if you move on to the next round of the process. 

How to Apply

APPLY HERE https://theartofed.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=132 

The Art of Education University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. The Art of Education University will not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of actual or perceived age, race, color, national origin/ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The Art of Education University is a participant of E-Verify.