Classical Radio Production Coordinator

WQED Multimedia•Pittsburgh, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

WQED seeks an organized, technically skilled Classical Radio Production Coordinator to support the daily programming and production of Classical WQED and its Voice of the Arts programs. This position edits and prepares audio, assists with playlists and program schedules, coordinates guests and events, and maintains the materials and records needed for reliable broadcast and digital distribution. Reporting to the Executive Producer, the coordinator works closely with hosts, musicians, arts organizations, and cross-functional colleagues.

Requirements

Professional experience in radio, audio, podcast, broadcast production, arts programming, or a comparable environment.
Strong audio editing and production skills using professional broadcast or digital-audio software.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, including the ability to manage multiple schedules, files, and deadlines.
Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with hosts, guests, artists, and community partners.
Ability to follow established programming direction, production procedures, technical standards, and approval processes.
Knowledge of or genuine interest in classical music and the arts and cultural life of southwestern Pennsylvania.
Ability to work on site and support scheduled evening and weekend broadcasts, performances, and events.

Nice To Haves

Experience in public media, nonprofit media, classical radio, arts administration, or a cultural organization.
Experience coordinating live events, guests, recording sessions, or remote productions.
Video editing, digital publishing, or social-media production experience.
Familiarity with broadcast audio standards, music scheduling systems, traffic or automation systems, and digital asset management.
Experience supporting or training interns, volunteers, or emerging professionals.

Responsibilities

Edit and prepare interviews, performances, promotional spots, cultural features, and other audio for broadcast and digital distribution.
Assist the Program Director and hosts with playlist preparation, program scheduling, research, scripts, interview materials, and implementation of established programming priorities.
Record audio in the studio and at performances, interviews, and community events, following established production procedures.
Coordinate guests, recording sessions, schedules, and other production logistics.
Prepare program elements, including metadata, for scheduled broadcast and digital distribution.
Support live broadcasts, remote productions, performances, and community events, including setup, guest coordination, production assistance, and follow-up.
Create basic video, podcast, and social-media versions of existing Classical WQED content.
Maintain accurate production calendars, contact records, and organized media files.
Communicate with internal teams and external partners to keep assignments on schedule.
Perform production and administrative duties that support Classical WQED’s operations.