Part Time Board Operator

iHeartMedia Markets

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The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! From broadcast radio to digital streaming radio to podcasting, audio continues to grow – and iHeart, which reaches 90% of Americans every month, is the #1 audio company in America across every one of those platforms. We’re the home of many of the country’s most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers; we 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; 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. Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia.

If you’re excited about this role but don’t feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!

What We Need:
We’re seeking an experienced Board Operator assist with the planning and production of live and pre-recorded radio shows featuring news, music, talk, sports, traffic and feature productions

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 monitors 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 pression, 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

Full proficiency and understanding of job function

Open communication with colleagues and direct reports that encourages collaboration and team consensus

Strong problem solving skills

Efficiency with independent work under minimal guidance

Commitment to process improvement for overall team effectiveness

Professional communication that stresses diplomacy, empathy and patience

Compensation:
Salary to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and alignment with market data.

$16.04 - $17.64

Location:
Burbank, CA: 3400 West Olive Avenue, Suite 550, 91505

Position Type:
Regular

Time Type:
Part time

Pay Type:
Hourly

Benefits:
iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce, including the following:

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!

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.

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