Promotions Assistant (Part Time)

Hearst•Baltimore, MD

2d•$19 - $20

About The Position

98 Rock and WBAL NewsRadio are seeking a Promotions Assistant to help execute station events and provide excellent customer service to contest winners and listeners. This event-centered role involves setting up and executing station appearances and remote broadcasts. The ideal candidate is outgoing, energetic, reliable, and has a strong work ethic. The schedule requires availability for very early mornings to support morning-show broadcasts, as well as Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and occasional weekdays as assigned by station management.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old; applicants over 21 are preferred.
Outgoing and comfortable working as part of a team.
Flexible schedule, including early mornings, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and occasional weekdays.
Highly organized, with strong customer-service skills.
Computer literate, with a strong understanding of social media platforms.
Able to lift at least 30 pounds.
Valid driver’s license and comfort driving and parking a cargo van.
Familiarity with audio assembly and production.

Nice To Haves

Applicants over 21 are preferred.
Event experience is strongly encouraged but not required.
Prior experience operating a studio console is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with station representatives, clients, and on-air talent to support high-quality event execution.
Set up the WBAL NewsRadio and/or 98 Rock booth or tent and interact with attendees, including handing out promotional items, taking photos and videos, and running games.
Set up, monitor, and break down remote broadcasts; help keep broadcasts on schedule, coordinate required on-air elements, and alert station staff to potential content or timing issues.
Take event photos and videos, write captions, and publish content to station social media accounts.
Drive the station’s promotional car or van to and from events.
Enter contest-winner information and related details into station databases.
Provide customer service to listeners, contest winners, and event attendees by phone, email, and in person.
Perform other duties as assigned.