Board Operator (PT)

Cumulus Media New Holdings Inc. • Los Angeles, CA

6h • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Cumulus Media | (Westwood One) has an immediate opening for a part time Board Operator/Production Assistant providing programming and control board support on live sports talk shows as well as audio recording, editing and dissemination during and after live programs. The board operator/production assistant works closely with the Talk show host and producer to ensure flawless audio production.
The ideal candidate should possess an extremely good work ethic, be a self-starter, and be highly organized with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position requires extreme reliability and flexibility. If you are a fast-learner familiar with audio equipment and automation, have a good demeanor around others, and have a passion for radio, read on.
This position will be required to work in-studio at our Culver City location.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year running a control board for audio and/or video programming
• Proficient in Adobe Audition or similar audio editing software
• Familiar with SAS digital control board operation
• Familiar with ENCO, OpEX or other broadcast operating systems
• Time management and attention to detail
• Functions well in a fast paced, live broadcast environment with tight timeframes, multiple demands and fluid and evolving real time adjustments.
• Team player with basic sports knowledge

Nice To Haves

• Previous production experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Operates control board in studio for live remote talk show programs
• Manages timing and commercial break schedule during talk show hours monitoring the technical quality of incoming and outgoing on-air programming from master control studio
• Handles basic audio editing and loading other show elements for playback during live talk shows
• Checks studio equipment for proper functioning and alerts engineering staff of any technical issues affecting the quality of the broadcasts.
• Edit sports and pop culture highlights, sound bites, press conference audio and other effects to provide audio enhancements to all on-air talk show content
• Works closely with talk show Producer on various production needs including editing and real time adjustments specific to each broadcast.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability to ask, “what if” and try innovative solutions
• 401K with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed