Announcer/Producer, Audio Production (Public Media / Radio)

Portland, ME (On‑Site) – Full‑Time.

About the role

A statewide independent public media resource partnering with NPR, PBS, BBC, and others is hiring a full‑time Announcer/Producer to join its audio production team. The role includes on‑air and production work for radio and digital audio, including regularly scheduled and fill‑in board operations shifts.

Responsibilities

• Performing on‑air announcing duties for radio and digital audio
• Preparing and reading announcements and news
• Operating radio studio equipment and software systems
• Working regularly scheduled and fill‑in board operations shifts
• Collaborating with the Audio Production Manager and other teams on productions and events, including poetry and interview segments
• Contributing to segments and programming across the organization's audio platforms
• Gaining valuable experience in programming and production while delivering information, ideas, and cultural content to regional audiences

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience as a radio or television announcer
• Clear and personable voice with excellent pronunciation and public speaking skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Dependable and reliable
• Preferred: Familiarity with digital radio automation and traffic systems and processes

Pay

Starting hourly rate is approximately $22.75.

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Retirement
• Paid time off
• Dental
• Vision
• Other supplemental benefits

Schedule

Tuesday through Saturday, on‑site in the Portland studios.