Broadcast Producer

Job title: Broadcast Producer

About the Role The Broadcast Producer assists with planning and production of live and pre-recorded radio shows featuring news, music, talk, sports, traffic and feature productions.

What You'll Do

• Generate original ideas, encourage ideation from others, and carry out 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 the efficient use of resources.
• Obtain permission or licenses for recording or broadcasting on location, and for the use of music, sound effects and audio archive material.
• Monitor listener emails, inquiries and responses related to shows.
• Work in collaboration with presenters, performers or other program contributors, in order to perform quality assurance to meet established production standards, rules and regulations.
• Use various broadcasting technologies such as soundboards and editing/production software.
• Schedule and monitor the radio stream during live recordings.
• Assist with time-keeping, saving show recordings, archiving show files and post-production editing as directed.

What We're Looking For

• Creative mindset with the ability to formulate and communicate original ideas.
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills; ability to tailor and adapt content for different audiences and platforms.
• Knowledge of the radio market, different station/program styles, 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 with ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure, and to react quickly to changes.
• Ability to plan and organize, set priorities, multi-task and meet tight deadlines.
• Full knowledge of the law, rules and industry regulations around radio productions; know when it is necessary to acquire relevant clearances and licenses.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint as well as social media platforms.
• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return; ability to work within standardized procedures and escalate when needed.
• Problem-solving skills and close attention to detail; follow up until issues are resolved.
• Courtesy in communications with coworkers and outside contacts.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $18.42 per hour (Pay Type: Hourly, USD).
• Employer-sponsored medical, dental and vision benefits with a variety of coverage options.
• Location: Burbank, CA; 3400 West Olive Avenue, Suite 550, 91505.