Board Operator

About the role

iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month. This role requires a skilled Board Operator to provide programming and control board support to On-Air Talent and Syndicated Programming in Morning and Afternoon Drive.

Responsibilities

• Operate control board for studios and remote programming
• Regulate program timing, operate syndicated programming, and play commercials
• Maintain technical quality and accuracy of incoming and outgoing on-air programming from master control room
• Support off-air commercial production, dubbing music to hard disk and programming automation computers
• Protect station’s license by censoring live programs and deleting words/phrases not permitted on air
• Execute playlists for server, tape, or simulcast programming
• Affix playlists for server, tape, or simulcast programming
• Assist with adjusting signal and programming content to ensure transmission meets federally mandated broadcast standards
• Process time-out programming for accurate play back
• Monitor and update weather, traffic and news reports into automation equipment
• Check studio equipment for proper functioning and notify Engineering of technical malfunctions affecting quality of the broadcast
• Screens in-coming phone calls and selectively choose callers for On-Air Talent and talk shows
• Handle emergency inserts (e.g. news updates, breaking stories, alert system tests, etc.)

Requirements

• Flexibility in work schedule, including evenings, overnight and weekends
• Comfort in a fast-paced environment with tight timeframes and multiple demands
• Previous experience in a related role
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint

Qualifications

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
• Ability to work within prescribed guidelines without needing close supervision
• Understanding of when to seek guidance for unforeseen problems
• Closing attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to act in a professional manner and collaborate with colleagues of different levels

Skills

• Technical proficiency with control boards and automation systems
• Knowledge of broadcast standards and regulations
• Ability to handle emergencies and make quick decisions

Benefits

iHeartMedia offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision plans
• A 401(k) plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A range of additional voluntary programs