Production Assistant

MSU Olin Health Center; East Lansing, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Impact 89FM is recruiting a Production Assistant who will help create IDs, bumpers, promos, PSAs, and show intros/outros to shape the station’s distinctive sound.

You will support the Production Director, work with other departments, and ensure high-quality output while following FCC rules and station policies. This role offers hands‑on experience in radio audio production at MSU.

Qualifications

• Must be an undergraduate or graduate student at Michigan State University.
• Experience with Adobe Audition and sound design techniques.
• Familiarity with microphones, mixers and signal processors.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Production Director with designing and producing station imaging elements.
• Collaborate with Production Director and other departments to develop a cohesive production plan.
• Ensure adherence to FCC regulations and station policies.
• Troubleshoot audio equipment, manage project workflows, and maintain organized storage.
• Brainstorm creative audio content and incorporate listener feedback.

Skills

Audio production

Adobe Audition

Sound design

Education

MSU student (undergraduate or graduate)

Tools

Pro Tools

Telos Axia AoIP

ENCO automation

Job description

Impact 89FM is seeking a talented and organized student to serve as the Production Assistant. This role combines creativity, technical expertise, and support to our station through audio branding. The Production Assistant works closely with the Production Director, Program Director, and other station staff to contribute to Impact 89FM’s sound.

Category:

Support Staff

Position Summary:

The Production Assistant will aid in the creation of legal IDs, bumpers, promos, PSAs, show intros/outros, and other audio production elements that define the station’s sound. This role involves aiding producers, working on projects, and ensuring that all audio content reflects Impact 89FM’s mission, values, and brand standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Audio Production Support: Assist the Production Director with designing and producing station imaging elements, ensuring high-quality sound and alignment with brand standards.
• Collaboration: Work alongside the Production Director and other departments to develop a cohesive production plan.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to FCC regulations, copyright laws, and station policies.
• Technical Expertise: Troubleshoot audio equipment, manage project workflows, and maintain organized storage systems.
• Innovation: Brainstorm creative audio content and integrate listener feedback to enhance the station’s sound.

Basic Requirements:

• Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student at Michigan State University.
• Demonstrated skills in audio production, including experience with Adobe Audition and sound design techniques.
• Familiarity with audio equipment such as microphones, mixers, and signal processors.
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
• Willingness to work outside regular hours as needed.
• Passionate about enhancing Impact 89FM’s audio branding.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience at Impact 89FM or another broadcast station.
• Familiarity with the station’s mission, vision, and values.
• Coursework or experience in sound design, audio production and mixing.
• Knowledge of audio production hardware, software and tools specific to radio broadcast, including Pro Tools, Telos Axia AoIP networked audio and ENCO automation systems.

Why Join Impact 89FM?

As the Production Assistant, you’ll gain hands‑on experience in audio production while contributing to a community of passionate media professionals.

Reports to:

Production Director

Starting Compensation:

$15/Hour

Paid Hours Available to Work Each Week:

8

Extra Required Documents:

Resume

Portfolio: In your cover letter or in a separate attachment, submit a link to a digital portfolio showcasing your previous audio production and/or sound design work.

More information about Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM is available online at impact89fm.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.