Associate Producer, WQXR

New York Public Radio•New York, NY

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

WQXR seeks a full-time Associate Producer. Reporting to the Assistant Program Director, the role will primarily support WQXR’s Programming team. In addition to completing essential daily programming, operational and production tasks, the Associate Producer will provide crucial support in maintaining and expanding WQXR’s music library.

Requirements

2+ years of experience producing arts and culture content, hopefully working with audio.
Experience writing scripts and other communication accurately while adhering to very tight daily deadlines.
Familiarity with social media platforms
Proven ability to thrive within a highly collaborative environment and work well with others
Enthusiasm for mainstream and niche arts and culture, especially in NYC
Attention to detail and a zeal for getting all the small things correct
Effective time management skills
Strong communication skills, in person, in print and online

Responsibilities

Add new tracks and associated metadata to the WQXR music scheduling database.
Quality check audio elements in programming logs to ensure a seamless listening experience during automated hours.
Assume all responsibility for WQXR’s 24/7 Operavore stream, including scheduling music, loading logs, and performing database maintenance.
Audition new releases for airplay, keeping an eye on communications from record labels and other music industry professionals.
Program overnight music on WQXR, with the potential to train on programming additional dayparts down the line.
Schedule station promos and imaging in on-air logs.
Provide coverage on additional programming and operations tasks for other members of the Programming team.
Pitch and create original editorial content to enhance WQXR’s web presence.
Provide coverage for the Digital team on WQXR.org homepage operations and the Daily Playlist email.
Assist the Production and Live Events team as needed with WQXR live broadcasts, on-air specials, and community events.
Assist with the production of station imaging and promos.
Occasional back up on producing specialty shows