Associate Producer, College Sports (Sports Media/PR/Broadcasting)

Associate Producer, College Sports (Sports Media/PR/Broadcasting)

Works with Producers and members of the Programming team to create superior sports radio programs primarily for College Sports Nation. Candidate may work as a producer/board operator for sports talk shows on other channels as well and in the sports newsroom. Candidate will produce imaging for the program on which he/she is a part and create promos to promote said show(s). Supports creative processes, content development and production. Exercises both creative abilities and technical skills. Edits materials and operates an audio board. May be assigned to more than one program and perform slightly different functions across programs.


Duties and Responsibilities:

Pre-Production

Assists in the development of content for shows

Collaborates in the production of programs, promos and specials

Researches topics and themes to write scripts, line copy, and develop show content for Hosts

Develops novel and creative ways to present content

Attends creative meetings, and contributes to the selection of program content

Makes recommendations to Producers and management on program improvements

Obtains audio materials needed for production

Assists with scheduling program elements prior to air, ensuring that rotation and policies are followed

May independently produce segments of large programs

Reviews program log before every show and is capable of editing program log

Is responsible for the quality of any replays of the show(s) he/she is a part of

Is responsible for producing and editing audio clips to be posted to social media platform


Production

Runs the audio board for various live and taped programs and edits audio for on-air use

Determines the appropriate mix of sound elements for assigned shows, and ensures that levels are mixed properly

Dubs sound from a variety of sources (e.g., CD, DAT, LP, VHS, etc.)

Enters clip information, music and non-music elements into audio software

Loads and deletes clips, and rips and edits promos and spots

Ensures that on-air product is up to broadcast standards before it leaves the studios

Ensures that sound equipment is functioning properly during shows

Works with talent and Producers on following programming clocks so that all content and advertisements are featured as planned


Post-Production

Reviews work products with supervisor

Monitors assigned channels for quality control and reports content error and technical issues to the appropriate individuals for correction

Edits audio (e.g., inserts additional clips, sound bites, etc.)

Maintains database of program content for archival use


Additional duties and responsibilities:

May be required to fill in for Producers on occasion

Maintains working relationships with major publicists, political figures, entertainment companies, and industry contacts who will be active in pursuing placement of guests on our company programs and provide show content

May lead the work of Production Assistants, Board Operators and Interns

Coordinates special projects

Performs other duties as assigned


Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred

At least one (1) year of experience at a radio station or audio production facility preferred


Requirements and General Skills:

Excellent creative writing and communication skills for radio

Highly detail oriented

Strong interest in sports, as related to assigned channels / programs

Comfortable working with talent, artists and high profile individuals

Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task, and work under shifting deadlines in a fast paced environment

Must have legal right to work in the U.S.


Technical Skills:

Proficiency in:

Microsoft Office

Prophet

Dalet

Dalet Plus

Cool Edit

Adobe Audition

Mixing sound elements into a professional sounding product

Operating an audio board