Board Operator

2060 Digital•Creve Coeur, MO

21h

About The Position

The Board Operator runs the control board and plays appropriate music, features, billboards, commercials, and other audio during live or recorded news and brokered radio programs. The role operates and troubleshoots the switcher and other broadcast equipment, monitors audio and sound levels, follows program logs, and tracks system performance and schedule issues. Duties also include monitoring severe weather, automation, and transmitter controls; recording required readings; recording, editing, and playing back audio; producing or voicing news content as needed; and screening calls during the shift. When necessary, the Board Operator reports on life-threatening or emergency situations until additional support arrives, assesses station emergencies, and determines when to request support. The role applies current FCC rules and regulations, works the established schedule and additional or alternate hours when assigned or requested, and completes other duties as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required; alternatively, a combination of education and work experience sufficient to perform the essential job functions.
Ability to respond and work effectively in a crisis and handle last-minute or unexpected changes during a shift.
Ability to communicate quickly and clearly with coworkers and others.
Ability to hear and speak clearly and follow oral and written directions.
Ability to think critically and quickly and convey information clearly and concisely.
Ability to ad-lib coherently on-air while situations change quickly.
Ability to learn automation systems.
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Ability to comply with company and FCC policies and procedures.
Ability to multitask while running the board, remain flexible, and handle unexpected changes calmly.
Ability to make decisions and judgments quickly, follow directions—especially over the phone—and work well under pressure.
Availability to work on short notice, including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends, and to work established and additional hours as needed.
Ability to communicate in English verbally and in writing.
Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to operate computer keys, board controls, and general office equipment such as telephones and copiers for extended periods.
Ability to wear headsets and remain confined to a specific space during work; sit and/or stand for extended periods; and perform average pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, and overhead reaching.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience running a radio board is preferred.

Responsibilities

Run the control board and play appropriate music, features, billboards, commercials, and other audio during live or recorded programs.
Operate and troubleshoot the switcher and other equipment used to produce live or recorded broadcasts.
Regulate volume and sound quality and monitor outgoing audio and sound levels.
Follow the program log and monitor systems to ensure they are running on schedule; document issues or concerns.
Monitor and update severe weather forecasts.
Report on life-threatening or emergency situations on-air until further support arrives, when required.
Record, edit, or play back requested broadcast audio.
Voice and produce news stories or features as needed.
Answer and screen phone calls during the shift.
Monitor automation and transmitter controls, including pattern or tower changes, and record required readings.
Assess station emergency situations and decide when to call for additional support.
Know and apply current FCC rules and regulations as needed.
Work the established schedule and other hours or alternate schedules as assigned or requested, including weekdays, evenings, and weekends.
Complete other duties as requested or needed.