Control Room Operator

Salem Media Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement plan

Competitive pay

Job summary

Salem Media Group is seeking a PT Master Control Operator in the #1 radio market. You will oversee live and pre-recorded programming, load content, and ensure all spots run on time across AM 570 & 102.3 FM The Mission and AM 970 The Answer. This entry-level role includes full training to develop technical skills in a fast-paced environment.

Shifts include 6a-2p, 2p-10p, Mon–Fri, with weekend options. You will work with Adobe Audition, Audacity, and WideOrbit, and collaborate with Production and

Qualifications

• Experience with computer-based audio editing tools such as Adobe Audition or Audacity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee programming timing for AM 570 & 102.3 FM The Mission / AM 970 The Answer.
• Load programs via FTP/web and edit audio with Adobe Audition/Audacity.
• Record interviews and other content for later use.
• Ensure spots and programs run at contracted times.
• Conduct EAS tests and troubleshoot off-air issues.
• Interact with clients, air talent, and station staff as needed.
• Assist other departments by engineering pre-recorded and live shows; post podcasts.

Skills

Audio editing

Live operations

Tools

Adobe Audition

Audacity

WideOrbit

Job description

Overview

Have you ever wanted to get your foot in the door of the #1 radio market?

Join the family at AM 570 & 102.3 FM The Mission/WMCA and AM 970 The Answer/WNYM. As a PT Master Control Operator, you steer the ship of our programming on both stations. You will be overseeing programs, both live and pre-recorded and ensuring our stations are running effectively.

This is a technical position with a lot of moving parts all made possible by your pivotal role. This is an entry-level, hands‑on position that is crucial to both stations.

We offer full training to ensure your skills will be effective in the #1 radio market.

Hours: Possible Shifts: 6a-2p / 2p-10p / Mon – Fri / Sat & Sun

Responsibilities

• Overseeing programming for timing on AM 570 & 102.3 FM The Mission / AM 970 The Answer
• Downloading programs via FTP and websites, loading programs into WideOrbit Audio, and audio editing with both Adobe Audition and Audacity
• Recording interviews and other content for later programming use
• Ensuring all spots, and programs play at their contracted times
• Conducting EAS tests, troubleshooting any off‑air situations
• Comfortable dealing with clients, Air Talent, and station personnel
• Assisting other departments such as Production, by engineering pre-recorded and live shows, editing, and posting of podcasts – assembling Best Of’s and other necessary tasks for station needs – assisting Promotions, with station events
• Running board for live studio programs and call screening as needed
• Other duties as required depending on station needs

Qualifications

Computer based audio editing experience such as Adobe Audition or Audacity

Knowledge of WideOrbit audio a plus

Benefits

• Competitive pay structure based on experience
• 401k retirement plan

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.

Compensation

$17 to $20 per hour