KTMY-FM in Minneapolis/St. Paul is seeking a Talk Show Producer.
Business Unit
KTMY-FM
Employee Classification
Full Time Regular
About Us
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.
Job Overview
This person is responsible for all tasks involved with producing a show, editing for syndication, assisting in content creation, editing and administrating podcasting and operating the control board for a live talk show.
Job Responsibilities
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· Responsible for overall content and flow of a live show.
· Assist the Donna & Steve syndication team with gathering and editing content for national syndication affiliates.
· Edit, upload and administer all podcasts for the shows you produce.
· Gather daily segments for use as “Best of” broadcasts in the case of emergency, illness, vacation or company holidays, etc.
· Assist and collaborate with show host on preparations for show on daily basis and for future shows. Make sure all aspects of the talk show are complete before the show airs. Plan and meet deadlines so show can run smoothly for all involved. Important details include booking guests as directed by show host, offering suggestions for guests, confirming guest appearances, daily postings to website on
show content, understanding program log, assembling audio clips for daily promo updates and key information.
· Notify proper people of any changes or special situations that may come up in a timely manner (i.e. breaking news, cancellations, and technical problems).
· Ensure show runs smoothly while on air by following established timelines, handling caller requests, notifying talent of important information, keeping show host on time and on track, interacting with talent, callers and guests when appropriate, following program log, taking breaks, running the board flawlessly, handling changes, monitoring of equipment to ensure it is operating correctly.
· Answer phone calls during airtime and screen calls for use on the show. Make decisions as to which callers go on the air. Must be able to respond and work well in a crisis.
· Be able to handle last minute and unexpected changes during regular work shift, during shows and at other times as necessary. Be able to communicate quickly and clearly to show hosts, guests and others as needed.
· Ability to relate and communicate with a variety of people including talent, guests, callers, and other staff.
· Working knowledge of radio systems to solve minor, routine problems as needed.
· Assess emergency situations for the station, and make decisions on when to call Engineering, ENCO or Programming managers for additional support. When necessary, go on-air to report on life-threatening or emergency situations until further support arrives.
· Understands and can articulate station and show's programming directions and philosophies.
Qualifications
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· One year of professional broadcast experience.
· Ability to run the board flawlessly under pressure. Ability to work effectively in a high intensity, environment with on air talent.
· Multi-task with a variety of duties while running the show (may have to track down guests and/or talk to listeners while running the technical operation of the show).
· Must be flexible and able to deal with unexpected show changes calmly. Able to make decisions and judgments quickly, often in a chaotic environment.
· Operating knowledge of Zetta is extremely helpful.
· Ability to work on short deadlines and in pressure situations.
· Ability to make basic programming decisions based on emergency situations.
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.
The hourly rate for this position is $18.00-$20.00 per hour.
For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser: https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.
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.
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