Producer - Hits Radio (Sub-Brands)

Bauer Media Group Heinrich Bauer Verlag KG; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A major media organization in Newcastle is seeking a confident Producer for Hits Radio. You will shape compelling content and manage technical executions for live and pre-recorded shows. The ideal candidate will have proven experience with high-profile talent and a deep understanding of commercial radio. This full-time and permanent role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for development and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

25 days holiday, bank holidays & 2 volunteer days

Access to Bauer Academy for development

Enhanced Maternity/Adoption, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave Pay

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working alongside highly experienced presenters.
• Ability to inspire those around you.
• Strong understanding of audience engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of the daily breakfast programme.
• Ensure timely delivery of all pre-recorded content.
• Manage studio bookings and logistics for shows.

Skills

Proven experience working with high-profile talent

Deep understanding of commercial radio

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

Technical expertise in radio studio software

Excellent planning, communication, and presentation skills

Tools

Radio studio software

Job description

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Location:Newcastle (onsite)
Working Hours:Monday to Friday, 5:30am – 2:00pm
Contract Type:Permanent

The Team:

You’ll be joining the dynamic Hits Radio team, home to some of the UK’s most loved presenters including Fleur East, Will Best, Gemma Atkinson and Sam Thompson. Our mission is to become the UK’s biggest pop station, and we’re driven by creating relatable, entertaining, authentic and live content. You’ll work closely with the breakfast show team who bring energy and character to the airwaves. This is a team that thrives on collaboration, creativity and continuous improvement.

You’ll be the operational heartbeat of our sub-brand stations, ensuring our live and pre-recorded shows run smoothly and meet the highest standards of content and technical execution.

Your Role:

Are you passionate about radio and ready to work with big talent on a national stage?

We’re looking for a confident producer to shape the future of Hits Radio 90s and help it evolve into a national success.

Job Purpose:
As Producer for Hits Radio (Sub-Brands), you’ll work directly with presenters to deliver compelling content aligned with our brand strategy. You’ll manage the technical execution of live shows and oversee the delivery of pre-recorded programmes, ensuring everything meets our high standards and complies with Ofcom regulations.

Our Team:
You’ll be part of a passionate and ambitious content team within Bauer’s Audio division, reporting to the Deputy Director of the Hits Radio Network. You’ll also collaborate with our Operations Producers and Enterprise team to deliver seamless programming and contesting.

Working Pattern/Location:
This is a full-time, permanent role based in our Newcastle studios, Monday to Friday, 5:30am – 2:00pm (breakfast show).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and execution of the daily breakfast programme.
• Ensure timely and fault-free delivery of all pre-recorded content.
• Brief presenters on commercial and editorial content.
• Resolve live technical issues in collaboration with Operations Producers.
• Manage studio bookings and logistics for pre-recorded shows.
• Uphold compliance with the Ofcom Broadcasting Code.

What we are looking for:

• Proven experience working with high-profile talent.
• Deep understanding of commercial radio and the audience we serve.
• Experience working alongside highly experienced presenters.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills designed to inspire those around you.
• Technical expertise in radio studio software, scheduling, and audio editing.
• Excellent planning, communication, and presentation skills.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 15th September 2025

We are actively recruiting for this position so the job advert may end earlier than expected.

About Bauer Media Group

We are a media business focused on creating content that matters to millions of people across Europe. Our offering extends from print and online publishing to audio broadcasting and entertainment, alongside investments in other media related sectors. With more than 500 million copies sold each year, we are one of Europe’s largest Publishers. From women’s and celebrities’ magazines to TV listings to food and special interest, we own some of the most popular publishing brands in Germany, UK, Poland and France – both digital and print. But not only that. Reaching over 61 million listeners weekly, we operate over 150 radio and podcast brands in nine countries, spanning the UK, Ireland, Poland, Slovakia, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway and Portugal. Family-owned in the 5th generation, Bauer Media focuses on the long-term, with a consumer-first mindset that guides us across our diverse portfolio. Our workforce of 12,000 shares a common purpose: to deliver content and services that enrich people‘s everyday lives.

What’s in it for you

• You’ll have 25 days holiday, bank holidays & 2 volunteer days to use.
• Your development matters, so access to our internal training provider – Bauer Academy, is a huge win.
• We have enhanced Maternity/Adoption, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave Pay.
• You’ll have the opportunity for flexible working.
• And much more! Find the full details of our benefits here

We are an international employer and equal opportunities are important to us. That's why we welcome everyone in their uniqueness, regardless of e.g. religion, gender, skin color, disability in our house.

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