Multiplatform Radio Production Assistant

Ilba; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Disability and life insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer"s

Job summary

WBBM Newsradio in Chicago is seeking a Production Assistant to support daily programming, production, and multiplatform content for radio, podcasts and digital platforms.

The role involves editing audio, assisting with planning and scheduling, coordinating guest sessions, and turning reporting into compelling content for various platforms. Strong newsroom teamwork and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Professional experience in radio, audio, podcast, broadcast production or journalism.
• Strong audio editing and production skills using broadcast or digital-audio software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with multiple schedules and deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication with anchors, reporters, producers, guests and partners.

Responsibilities

• Edit and prepare interviews, spots, commercials and podcasts for broadcast and digital distribution.
• Assist with program preparation, scheduling and interview materials.
• Record audio in studio and in the field for interviews and events.
• Coordinate guests, recording sessions and production logistics.
• Prepare program elements and metadata for broadcast and digital distribution.

Skills

Audio editing

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Fast-paced newsroom

Guest coordination

Tools

Broadcast software

Newsroom systems

Job description

WBBM Newsradio in Chicago is seeking a Production Assistant to support daily programming, production, and multiplatform content for radio, podcasts and digital platforms.

The role involves editing audio, assisting with planning and scheduling, coordinating guest sessions, and turning reporting into compelling content for various platforms. Strong newsroom teamwork and organizational skills are essential.