Board Operator/Producer

iHeartMedia•Los Angeles, CA

14d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a Board Operator to provide programming and control board support to On-Air Talent! Join iHeartMedia as a Board Operator and play a key role in delivering seamless, high-quality broadcasts. You’ll work closely with on-air talent to manage studio boards, coordinate timing, and ensure smooth transitions during live and recorded shows. You'll also help edit audio that will be used for a variety of syndicated programming and cluster wide initiatives. If you’re detail-oriented, thrive in fast-paced environments, and have a passion for audio, this is your chance to be part of the team that keeps our listeners tuned in!

Requirements

Flexibility in work schedule, including evenings, overnight, holidays and weekends
Comfort in a fast paced environment with tight timeframes and multiple demands
Previous experience in a related role and/or technical training
Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint
Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
Ability to work within standardized procedures and an understanding of when to escalate
Skills to solve straightforward problems using established procedures
Close attention to detail, following up until issues are resolved
Common courtesy when communicating with coworkers and outside contacts

Responsibilities

Operate control board for studios and remote programming
Regulate program timing, operate syndicated programming, and play commercials
Monitor the technical quality and accuracy of incoming and outgoing on-air programming from master control room
Support off-air commercial production, dubbing music to hard disk and programming automation computers
Protect station’s license by censoring live programs and deleting words/phrases not permitted on air
Execute playlists for server, tape, or simulcast programming
Assist with adjusting signal and programming content to ensure transmission meets federally mandated broadcast standards
Process time-out programming for accurate play back
Monitor and update weather, traffic and news reports into automation equipment
Check studio equipment for proper functioning and notify Engineering of technical malfunctions affecting quality of the broadcast
Screen in-coming phone calls and selectively choose callers for On-Air Talent and talk shows
Handle emergency inserts (e.g. news updates, breaking stories, alert system tests, etc.)

Benefits

Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options (employees meeting ACA measurement)
A 401K plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

Stand Out From the Crowd

Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.

Upload and Match Resume