WCCO Producer

Audacy, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Audacy, Inc. in Minneapolis is seeking an experienced WCCO Producer to craft engaging programs, edit podcasts, and support remote broadcasts.

You’ll manage live calls, sound effects, and interview logistics, aligning with the program and logs under the direction of the Brand Manager and Program Director. The role requires at least 3 years producing in a broadcast setting, familiarity with control room operations, and a willingness to work on-site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience operating broadcast equipment.
• Editing and production experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with FCC regulations and remote talk broadcasts.

Responsibilities

• Follow station format and program logs for live shows.
• Edit podcasts and produce show elements with sound effects.
• Handle live phone calls, guest interviews and IDs.
• Coordinate with the Program Director and maintain FCC compliance.
• Assist with remote broadcasts and manage in-studio operations.

Skills

Broadcast production

Podcast editing

Voice/air talent

News awareness

Social media outreach

Tools

Adobe Audition

Wide Orbit

Job description

Overview

Job Title: WCCO Producer

Department: Programming

Reporting To: Brand Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location(s): Minneapolis, M.N.

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Audacy offers employees who are eligible for benefits with a comprehensive benefits package which includes: a health care coordinator, medical, dental, vision, mental health, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, disability, life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, paid time off (sick, flex-time away/vacation days, personal, parental, volunteer), 401(k) retirement plan, student loan payment assistance program, legal assistance, life assistance program, identity theft protection, discounted home and auto insurance, and pet insurance.

Overview:

Audacy Minneapolis' WCCO-AM, is searching for an experienced, full-time Producer. Duties include following station format, editing podcasts, assisting with remote talk broadcasts, handling live phone calls, sound effects, conceptualizing topics, arranging guest interviews, playing commercials and IDs according to the program and commercial logs, following applicable laws and FCC regulations and executing to the Program Director’s direction. Candidates must have prior radio experience and be familiar with control room operations. Applicants should have a minimum of three (3) years’ experience operating broadcast equipment and conceptualizing topics in a broadcast setting. Editing and production experience is preferred. The right candidate will be a team player, be computer savvy, and have the flexibility to work their assigned shift.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

• One to three years as producer or on-air contributor
• Passion for current events, news, pop culture and what’s happening around town
• Comfortable running (and learning) multiple different board operating styles
• Experience with radio clocks, logs and scheduling
• Working knowledge of computer audio software, Adobe Audition, and Wide Orbit preferred
• Demonstrated ability for using social media including, but not limited to, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram.
• Willingness to learn new tools and how they can help content, distribution or sales
• Willing to work in the office or on location.
• Multi-task with a variety of duties
• Ability to ad lib while on air and at appearances in a coherent manner in situations that can change quickly.
• Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor.
• Work in compliance with company and FCC policies and procedures.
• Work established schedule and other hours as needed. Travel to and attend station promotional appearances including sales appearances.

Qualifications

More About You:

Required & Preferred:

• Ability to produce programs that meet WCCO programming standards
• Proven ability to contribute to a positive, diverse, creative, productive culture
• Ability to evaluatecontent/quality/soundand act decisively w/sound judgment
• Knowledge of new media applications for digital distribution, audience engagement and community networking
• Spontaneous, interpretative judgments and solutions in fast-paced environment
• Manages own workload with priorities based on show content and production

Important Notes:

Please be aware that Audacy willneverask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives willonlycome from email addresses ending in @audacy.com. If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding.

About Us

Audacy is a leading audio content and entertainment company. As champions of audio, we connect with people in the moments that matter — delivering trusted local news, passionate sports and your favorite music across 220+ radio stations, premium podcasts, live events and digital experiences that reach more than 200 million listeners every month.We create compelling content, foster deeply engaged audiences and deliver outcomes that matter for advertisers. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com and join the conversation on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

EEO

Audacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Audacy affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion or religious creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Audacy, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-610-660-5614. Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.