Control Room Operator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay structure based on-ex

401k retirement plan

Full training provided

Job summary

Salem Media Group, Inc in New York is seeking a part-time Master Control Operator to steer programming for AM 570 & 102.3 FM The Mission and AM 970 The Answer. You will oversee live and pre-recorded content, and ensure all spots and programs run on time.

This entry-level, hands-on role provides full training in a fast-paced radio market. Responsibilities include loading programs, recording interviews, editing with Adobe Audition or Audacity, and coordinating with air talent and production teams.

Qualifications

• Computer based audio editing experience such as Adobe Audition or Audacity.
• Knowledge of WideOrbit audio a plus.

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

Skills

Audio editing

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