Morning Show Producer

Scavengeinc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Paid vacation

401K

EAP

Job summary

iHeartMedia seeks an experienced morning show Broadcast Producer to assist with planning and audio/video production of multiple live and pre-recorded radio shows, featuring news, music, talk, sports, and traffic. Based in Bridgeville, PA, you’ll lead ideation, guest coordination, and ensure production quality across formats.

You’ll direct crew, manage budgets, secure licenses, and use broadcasting tech to deliver high-quality content.

Qualifications

• Creative mindset to formulate and communicate ideas.
• Excellent writing and storytelling for diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of the radio market and audience demographics.
• Experience with recording equipment and radio studio operations.
• Ability to build rapport and extract information from people.
• Confidence to pitch ideas to senior colleagues.
• Strong multi-tasking and deadline management.
• Understanding of radio production laws and licenses.
• Proficient with MS Office and audio/video editing tools.

Responsibilities

• Generate original ideas and research thoroughly.
• Schedule guests and obtain materials.
• Direct presenters and crew during productions.
• Manage budgets and resources efficiently.
• Obtain permissions for recordings and music use.
• Monitor listener emails and inquiries.
• Collaborate to QA production standards and rules.
• Operate soundboards and editing software.
• Schedule and monitor live radio stream.
• Assist with archiving and post-production edits.
• Produce audio and video clips for social media.

Skills

Creative mindset

Writing & storytelling

Radio market knowledge

Recording equipment experience

Rapport building

Pitch ideas

Time management

Regulatory knowledge

MS Office & editing tools

Tools

Audio editing software

Broadcast equipment

Job description

iHeartMedia Markets

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The audio revolution is here - and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month -- a monthly audience that's twice the size of any other audio company - almost three times the size of the largest TV network - and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming service. In fact, we have:

• More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined;
• We're the largest podcast publisher, with more monthly downloads than the second- and third-largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix;
• iHeart is the home of many of the country's most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers, who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America;
• We create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour;
• iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America;
• Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and
• We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio, from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting, which bring data, targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale. As a result, we're able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach, usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option.

Because we reach almost every community in America, we're committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve - and our company reflects that same kind of diversity. Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone.

Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia!

If you're excited about this role but don't feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!

What We Need:

We're seeking an experienced morning show Broadcast Producer assist with the planning and audio/video production of multiple live and pre-recorded radio shows featuring news, music, talk, sports, traffic and feature productions.

What You’ll Do:

• Generate original ideas, encourage ideation from others, and carry out thorough research
• Research information, obtain materials and assist with contacting and scheduling guests
• Give direction to presenters, content providers, assistants and other crew members
• Manage budgets and ensure the efficient use of resources
• Obtain permission or licenses for recording or broadcasting on location, and for the use of music, sound effects and audio archive material
• Monitor listener emails, inquiries and responses related to shows
• Work in collaboration with presenters, performers or other program contributors, in order to perform quality assurance to meet established production standards, rules and regulations
• Use various broadcasting technologies such as soundboards and editing/production software
• Schedule and monitors the radio stream during live recordings
• Assist with time-keeping, saving show recordings, archiving show files and post-production editing as directed
• Produce both audio and video clips of the shows and post on social media.

What You’ll Need:

• Creative mindset with the ability to formulate and communicate original ideas
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills; ability to tailor and adapt content for different audiences and platforms
• Knowledge of the radio market, different station/program styles, audience demographics
• Experience using a variety of recording equipment and operating a radio studio
• Ability to build rapport and draw information from people
• Confidence and tenacity to pursue information, overcome obstacles and pitch ideas to senior colleagues
• Stress tolerance with ability to work calmly and effectively under pression, and to react quickly to changes
• Ability to plan and organize, set priorities, multi-task and meet tight deadlines
• Full knowledge of the law, rules and industry regulations around radio productions; know when it necessary to acquire relevant clearances and licenses
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint as well as social media platforms and audio video editing software.

What You’ll Bring:

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
• Full proficiency and understanding of job function
• Open communication with colleagues and direct reports that encourages collaboration and team consensus
• Strong problem solving skills
• Efficiency with independent work under minimal guidance
• Commitment to process improvement for overall team effectiveness
• Professional communication that stresses diplomacy, empathy and patience

Location:

Bridgeville, PA: 44 Abele Road, Suite 102, 15017

Position Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Type:

Hourly

Benefits:

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
• Company provided and supplemental life insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays
• A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community
• A 401K plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost - services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
• A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.

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