Talent Scout for Podcast

Job ID: 40064724

Budget: $10 – $30 USD

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We are an emerging media technology firm seeking an experienced and discreet Media Researcher / Talent Vetting Specialist to conduct deep market analysis within specific high-value content niches.

This project involves compiling a highly qualified short-list of independent content creators (podcasters) for a time-sensitive partnership program. The ideal candidate will be adept at locating and verifying crucial, non-public data points to ensure candidates meet our rigorous internal standards.



Your Deliverables (15-20 Vetted Candidates)
1. A verified list of 15-20 high-potential content creators focused on professional, B2B, or affluent lifestyle topics.
2. Evidence confirming each creator is not currently under a major exclusive distribution agreement with large media networks.
3. Confirmation of the creator’s current content hosting platform to assess integration viability.
4. Data-backed insight into the creator’s audience reach/size to confirm they meet internal threshold criteria.
5. Identification of the most direct, verified contact email for outreach purposes (e.g., management, partnerships, or self-hosted).



Proposal Instructions

Please use the phrase “I can vet” at the beginning of your proposal so we know you read and understand the scope of work.
Include your price in your proposal as well.



Required Experience & Tools

In your proposal, please confirm which of the following specialized industry tools and accounts you currently possess or have deep, demonstrable experience using to conduct this research:
• Chart / Audience Analytics: Experience referencing industry reports, Chartable, or similar public ranking and tracking tools.
• Content Database Access: Familiarity with Podchaser, ListenNotes (Pro), or other extensive podcast search engines.
• Hosting Verification: Experience manually inspecting RSS feeds or using services to identify a show’s technical host (e.g., Libsyn, Buzzsprout).
• Contact Verification: Experience using professional networking or email verification tools (e.g., LinkedIn, Hunter).

If you do not currently have tools for this type of vetting, below are examples (you must have and use your own tools for this job; some offer free trials):
• Chartable
• Podchaser
• ListenNotes
• Rephonic
• The Podcast Index
• Podtrac



Note: This is a research and vetting project only. If you are willing to also do the outreach please add that in your proposal and please include your exact price (do a good job and outreach there is plenty future work I have available for you)