KTMY-FM in Minneapolis/St. Paul is seeking a Producer and Board Operator.
Hubbard Radio-Twin Cities is a full-service media company with legendary radio stations and cutting-edge digital solutions. We serve the Greater Minneapolis-Saint Paul community and offer a menu of marketing services including radio, full-service digital, influencer marketing, creative services, custom content, podcasts and events. At Hubbard, we are looking for the best people in local media to help build dominant brands that connect consumers and advertisers to build better businesses and communities. We succeed by always doing the right thing with focus, urgency, and passion.
Qualifications
- A High School diploma or equivalent is required, and a minimum of one (1) year experience running a radio board is preferred, or a combination of education and work experience to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Must be able to respond, work well in a crisis, and handle last-minute and unexpected changes during work shifts.
- Be able to communicate quickly and clearly to co-workers and others as needed.
- Ability to hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written directions.
- Ability to think critically and quickly and to articulate information clearly and concisely to others.
- Ability to think spontaneously and ad-lib while on air coherently in situations that can change quickly.
- Ability to learn automation systems.
- Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
- Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor.
- Ability to work in compliance with company and FCC policies and procedures.
- Multi-task with a variety of duties while running the board.
- Must be flexible and able to deal with unexpected changes calmly.
- Able to make decisions and judgments quickly.
- Follow directions well, especially over the phone.
- Work well under pressure.
- Available to work with short notice, including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.
- Ability to work established schedule and other hours as needed.
Compensation and Benefits
When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations.
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Diversity Statement
Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.
Job Overview
This position operates the board for live, satellite-delivered content and syndicated programming. The Board Operator
ensures that all preplanned components of a broadcast are carried out as designed, including set-up, operation, and maintenance of
electronic equipment used to transmit programs.
Job Responsibilities
- Run the board, play the appropriate music, features, billboards, commercials, etc., during live or recorded news and/or brokered radio programs.
- Operate and troubleshoot the switcher and any other radio equipment used during a live or recorded broadcast production.
- Technical perfection and flawless execution of the control board and equipment to regulate the volume and sound quality during radio broadcasts.
- Observe monitors and manage outgoing audio and sound levels.
- Follow the program log.
- Monitor all systems and ensure they are running on schedule. Note any issues or concerns in the log.
- Monitor and update severe weather forecasts.
- When required, report on-air on life-threatening or emergencies until further support arrives.
- Record, edit, or play back any sound requested from broadcasts.
- Voice and produce features as requested/needed.
- Answer phone calls during shift and screen calls.
- Monitor automation and transmitter controls, which include pattern/tower changes, and record required readings.
- Assess the station's emergency situations and decide when to call for additional support.
- Knowledgeable of and applicable, as needed, to all current FCC rules and regulations.
- Report to work on time and work established schedule/hours. Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules as needed, as assigned or requested by the Program Director, with little or no notice. Such alternate/additional work can include weekdays, evenings, and weekends.
- Complete other duties as requested and needed.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.
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