Producer / Board-op

iHeartMedia • Rochester, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

iHeartMedia is seeking a skilled Broadcast Producer to assist with planning and producing live and pre-recorded radio shows featuring news, music, talk, sports, traffic, and feature productions. The role is based at 1700 HSBC Plaza, 100 Chestnut St, Rochester, NY 14604, and is part-time.

Requirements

• Creative mindset and ability to formulate and communicate original ideas.
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills, with ability to tailor and adapt content for different audiences and platforms.
• Knowledge of the radio market, different station and program styles, and audience demographics.
• Experience using a variety of recording equipment and operating a radio studio.
• Ability to build rapport and draw information from people.
• Confidence and tenacity to pursue information, overcome obstacles, and pitch ideas to senior colleagues.
• Stress tolerance and ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure and react quickly to changes.
• Ability to plan and organize, set priorities, multitask, and meet tight deadlines.
• Full knowledge of laws, rules, and industry regulations around radio productions, including when to acquire clearances and licenses.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint, as well as social media platforms.

Responsibilities

• Generate original ideas, encourage ideation from others, and conduct thorough research.
• Research information, obtain materials, and assist with contacting and scheduling guests.
• Give direction to presenters, content providers, assistants, and other crew members.
• Manage budgets and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Obtain permission or licenses for recording or broadcasting on location and for use of music, sound effects, and audio archive material.
• Monitor listener emails, inquiries, and responses related to shows.
• Collaborate with presenters, performers, and other program contributors to perform quality assurance and meet production standards, rules, and regulations.
• Use broadcasting technologies such as soundboards and editing and production software.
• Schedule and monitor the radio stream during live recordings.
• Assist with timekeeping, saving show recordings, archiving show files, and post-production editing as directed.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision coverage with a variety of options for employees meeting ACA measurement.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee Assistance Program at no cost, including telephonic counseling and consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family, and caregiving.
• Additional voluntary programs, including spending accounts, student loan refinancing, and accident insurance.

What This Job Offers

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