Senior Classical Radio Content Producer

Kinsley Power Systems; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

WFMT in Chicago seeks a Producer for Radio Content to oversee the production and delivery of Exploring Music and other WFMT programs. The producer brings deep classical music knowledge and strong writing, editing, and audio production skills, ensuring quality broadcasts.

The role requires 8–10+ years of experience, familiarity with DAWs (preferably Adobe Audition), and SAG-AFTRA membership. A collaborative, detail‑oriented professional will thrive here.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of experience producing and mixing audio content in classical music and/or radio.
• Extensive knowledge of classical music repertoire, artists, and performing arts organizations.
• Demonstrated skill and experience in writing and editing scripts for radio.
• Advanced audio production skills with DAW expertise (preferably Adobe Audition).
• Familiarity with live radio broadcast operations and studio equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with multiple timelines and workflows.
• SAG-AFTRA membership is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the host and executive producer to manage Exploring Music’s production workflows from concept to delivery.
• Develop show topics, research, write, edit, and proof scripts for radio.
• Select and prepare archival episodes for broadcast.
• Prepare, conduct, and edit interviews with artists and contributors.
• Assemble and mix Exploring Music content, promos, and fundraising segments as assigned.
• Coordinate with marketing, development, and WFMT Radio Network teams.
• Contribute to other WFMT/WTTW projects and web content as needed.

Skills

Audio production

Script writing

Editing

DAW (Adobe Audition)

Live radio operations

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

MusicMaster

WideOrbit

Classical music knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Adobe Audition

MusicMaster

WideOrbit

Microsoft Office

Job description

WFMT in Chicago seeks a Producer for Radio Content to oversee the production and delivery of Exploring Music and other WFMT programs. The producer brings deep classical music knowledge and strong writing, editing, and audio production skills, ensuring quality broadcasts.

The role requires 8–10+ years of experience, familiarity with DAWs (preferably Adobe Audition), and SAG-AFTRA membership. A collaborative, detail‑oriented professional will thrive here.