Producer (Sports)

iHeartMedia; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary programs

Job summary

iHeartMedia in Bridgeville, PA seeks a skilled Broadcast Producer to plan and produce live and pre-recorded radio shows with emphasis on sports programming.

Responsibilities include generating ideas, researching guests, directing crews, and managing budgets while ensuring regulatory compliance and high production quality. The role requires strong writing, radio studio experience, and the ability to collaborate across teams.

Qualifications

• Creative mindset with the ability to generate original ideas.
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills; tailor content for diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of the radio market and audience demographics.
• Experience using recording equipment and operating a radio studio.

Responsibilities

• Generate original ideas and research thoroughly.
• Research information, obtain materials and schedule guests.
• Direct presenters, content providers and crew.
• Manage budgets and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Obtain permissions/licenses for recording/broadcasting.
• Monitor listener emails and responses.
• Collaborate with contributors to meet production standards.
• Use broadcasting tech like soundboards and editing software.
• Schedule and monitor the radio stream during live recordings.
• Assist with time-keeping, archiving, and post-production editing.

Skills

Creative mindset

Excellent writing

Radio market knowledge

Recording equipment experience

Build rapport

Pitch ideas to seniors

Stress tolerance

Plan and multi-task

Licensing knowledge

MS Office/SharePoint

Soundboard operation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Soundboards

Job description

iHeartMedia Markets Current employees and contingent workers 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.

What We Need

We’re seeking a skilled Broadcast Producer to assist with the planning and production of live and pre‑recorded radio shows featuring news, music, talk, sports, traffic and feature productions. Emphasis on sports programming.

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 monitor the radio stream during live recordings.

Assist with time‑keeping, saving show recordings, archiving show files and post‑production editing as directed.

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 pressão, 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.

What You’ll Bring

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return.
• Ability to work within prescribed guidelines without needing close supervision.
• Problem solving skills within established procedures.
• Understanding of when to seek guidance for unforeseen problems.
• Close attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to act in a professional manner and collaborate with colleagues of different levels.

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

Position Type: Regular Time

Part time Pay Type: Hourly

Benefits

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options (employees meeting ACA measurement)
• 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!

Our organization participates in E‑Verify.

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.