Podcast Booking Agent (Volunteer)

Mentor A Promise is a New York City–based nonprofit serving children and youth (ages 5–18) experiencing housing instability, grounded in the belief that every child is a Promise—full of potential, dignity, and possibility. We deliver consistent, high-quality programming across mentorship, literacy, social-emotional learning, and creative expression in shelters, schools, and community spaces, creating structured environments where students can grow, be seen, and build lasting skills. Through signature experiences like The Imagination Studio, The Kitchen Table, The Sound Lab, and The Story Space, we nurture academic development, emotional well-being, and creative voice, all within a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and accessibility-centered framework. Our work prioritizes dignity-protective storytelling, consent-driven engagement, and deep community partnership, ensuring that how we serve is as intentional as whom we serve. We are not only addressing immediate needs - we are building pathways to confidence, belonging, and long-term opportunity, so every child has the support and foundation to carry their promise forward.
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Podcast Booking Agent (Volunteer)
PromiseStudios | PromisePod | Guest Booking, Talent Outreach & Episode Coordination
Organization Mentor A Promise (MAP)
Location Remote
Type Volunteer
Reports To Producer, PromisePod
Works Closely With Host(s), Content Team, PromiseVoice, PromisePublic
About Mentor A Promise
Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a New York City–based nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth experiencing housing instability through mentorship, education, and community. Through our podcast work, we elevate stories, voices, and conversations that reflect culture, lived experience, and community impact.
About PromiseStudios | PromisePod
PromisePod is MAP’s podcast division within PromiseStudios, focused on storytelling, culture, and community voice. The podcast creates engaging, meaningful content that reflects the spirit of New York City and the mission of Mentor A Promise.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Podcast Booking Agent to lead guest outreach, booking, and coordination for podcast episodes.
This role is responsible for identifying compelling voices, securing guests, and ensuring a smooth booking and scheduling process—helping shape the quality and direction of each episode.
Key Responsibilities
Guest Research & Outreach
Identify potential podcast guests aligned with MAP’s mission and content themes
Conduct outreach to secure guests, including artists, community leaders, professionals, and storytellers
Build and maintain a pipeline of potential guests
Booking & Coordination
Schedule and confirm guest appearances
Coordinate availability between hosts and guests
Ensure all booking details are organized and communicated clearly
Pre-Interview Preparation
Share relevant information and expectations with guests
Coordinate pre-interview logistics and materials
Support preparation of guest briefs for hosts
Relationship Management
Build and maintain positive relationships with guests and collaborators
Ensure a professional, respectful, and welcoming experience for all participants
Support follow-up communication after episodes
Cross-Team Collaboration
Work closely with producers, hosts, and content teams
Align guest selection with episode themes and content direction
Coordinate with communications teams for promotional opportunities
Tracking & Systems
Maintain organized records of outreach, bookings, and guest status
Track confirmed and potential guests
Support development of booking workflows and systems
Communication & Responsiveness
Maintain timely, professional communication via email and Google Workspace
Ensure clear coordination across all stakeholders
Qualifications
Required
Strong communication and outreach skills
Ability to build relationships and engage with diverse individuals
Strong organizational and coordination skills
Reliability and attention to detail
Alignment with MAP’s mission and dignity-centered values
Preferred
Experience in podcasting, media, or talent coordination
Experience with outreach, booking, or partnerships
Interest in storytelling, culture, and community engagement
Familiarity with NYC creative or professional networks
Commitment
Volunteer role
Approximately 5–10 hours per week
Minimum 6-month commitment required
Fully remote
What You’ll Gain
Experience in podcast production and talent booking
Opportunity to shape conversations and guest experiences
Collaboration with creative, media, and communications teams
Professional references and letters of recommendation
A meaningful role amplifying voices and stories
How To Apply
Interested candidates must apply directly through Idealist and submit
Resume (required)
Brief statement of interest describing relevant experience in outreach, media, or coordination
This role shapes who we hear from.
Help bring the right voices into the room—and into the conversation.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with our organization. At this time, volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals based in the United States due to legal, safeguarding, data-privacy, and programmatic requirements. We appreciate your interest in our mission and your understanding of these constraints.

Work arrangement
Yes