Board Operator

careers-salemmedia; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Studio access and production time

Competitive pay based on experience

Job summary

Salem Media Group Minneapolis is seeking a Board Operator for our four station cluster. You’ll handle live board operation, voice tracking, and production tasks in a fast-paced studio environment, gaining hands-on experience with broadcast gear.

Ideal candidates are tech-savvy, reliable, and comfortable overnight shifts or weekends. College education is preferred but not required; passion and punctuality matter most. Competitive pay and access to studio time are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Windows-based computer systems.
• College education preferred, but not required — your passion and skill matter most!
• Flexibility for overnight shifts and weekends — radio never sleeps, and neither do we.
• Proven track record of reliability, attention to detail, and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Produce live and recorded radio and video programs and podcasts
• Deliver live on-air weather updates with confidence.
• Record voice tracks for other programming
• Operate and engineer the live broadcast boards, keeping shows smooth and professional.
• Execute station formats to keep our listeners engaged.
• Maintain accurate program logs, edit live spots, and handle various production and commercial audio tasks.

Skills

Windows OS experience

Job description

Overview

Have you ever dreamed of working behind the scenes at a radio station? Love microphones, mixers, and the magic of live broadcasts? Salem Media Group Minneapolis has an immediate opening for a Board Operator for our four station cluster – and we want you on our team!

Why This Role Rocks:

• Flexible Schedule: Work ~10–15 hours per week, 2-3 days a week — perfect for students, creatives, retired ham operators or anyone who loves broadcast / video operations.
• Hands-On Experience: From live board engineering to voice tracking, you’ll get your hands on real equipment and develop your on-air chops.
• Extra Perks: Additional opportunities for production work, audio editing, and more — all while learning from seasoned radio pros.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

• Produce live and recorded radio and video programs and podcasts
• Deliver live on-air weather updates with confidence.
• Record voice tracks for other programming
• Operate and engineer the live broadcast boards, keeping shows smooth and professional.
• Execute station formats to keep our listeners engaged.
• Maintain accurate program logs, edit live spots, and handle various production and commercial audio tasks.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong experience with Windows-based computer systems.
• College education preferred, but not required — your passion and skill matter most!
• Flexibility for overnight shifts and weekends — radio never sleeps, and neither do we.
• Proven track record of reliability, attention to detail, and punctuality.

Who You Are:

• A tech-savvy audio enthusiast who thrives under pressure.
• A dependable, detail-oriented self-starter who loves teamwork.
• Excited to work in a fun, fast-paced radio environment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay structure based on experience
• Access to studio and production time at no cost to you

EEO Statement

Come see how Salem is DIFFERENT and why we’ve been certified as a “Great Place To Work” and as a “Best and Brightest” equal opportunity employer.