Oddfunk, a South Asian streetwear brand known for its fusion of global streetwear culture with South Asian influences, is seeking a Podcaster to join their team. The brand serves as a movement for self-expression, rebellion, and community, focusing on authentic storytelling through clothing, music, and events. The Podcaster will play a key role in amplifying this ethos by creating engaging audio content that highlights the brand’s creative freedom and countercultural roots. This contract position is based on-site in Lahore and involves active participation in the brand’s workspace, events, and local creative gatherings.
Key Responsibilities
- Host and produce podcast episodes that reflect Oddfunk’s values of rebellion, creativity, and South Asian streetwear culture.
- Research relevant topics and identify potential guests from the artistic and creative communities.
- Plan episode outlines and structure conversations to align with the brand’s narrative and storytelling style.
- Conduct interviews with artists, musicians, and community members, ensuring engaging and authentic dialogue.
- Record and perform basic editing of podcast episodes to maintain quality and consistency.
- Collaborate closely with the creative team to develop themes and promotional content for social media and community channels.
- Attend Oddfunk events, pop-ups, and other brand collaborations to capture live content and foster community engagement.
Required Qualifications
- Strong communication and interviewing skills, with the ability to build rapport and host engaging conversations.
- Excellent writing and research capabilities to prepare scripts, questions, and story angles for episodes.
- Proficiency in social media platforms to assist in promoting episodes and interacting with the Oddfunk community online.
- Experience using podcast production tools, including recording equipment, basic audio editing software, and publishing platforms.
- Willingness and ability to work on-site in Lahore, with regular attendance at brand events and creative gatherings.
- A genuine interest in streetwear, youth culture, music, or South Asian creative communities.
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Prior experience hosting podcasts, radio shows, or other audio content is preferred but not mandatory.
- Opportunity to be part of a dynamic, creative community that values authentic expression and collaboration.
- Engagement with a brand that prioritizes organic growth and grassroots marketing through in-person networking and community building.
This role offers a unique chance to contribute to a culturally rich and innovative streetwear brand while honing podcasting skills in a vibrant creative environment.