Part-Time Board Operator - KONA-AM

About the role

This entry‑level, part‑time position is based in‑office with on‑site duties as needed. It offers hands‑on experience in radio, digital media, and live events, supporting on‑air, digital, and event operations for KONA‑AM. Townsquare Media is a media, entertainment, and digital‑marketing company that owns 354 radio stations and over 400 local websites across 74 U.S. markets.

Responsibilities

• Operate control boards for in‑studio and remote programming.
• Regulate program timing, play commercials, and run syndicated content.
• Monitor technical quality and accuracy of incoming and outgoing on‑air programming.
• Protect the station’s license by following FCC guidelines and censoring prohibited content when necessary.
• Process time‑out programming to ensure accurate playback.
• Identify and report technical issues to Engineering to maintain broadcast quality.
• Screen incoming phone calls and select callers for on‑air talent and talk shows.
• Handle emergency inserts such as breaking news, alerts, and system tests.
• Assist with basic administrative and operational tasks as needed.
• Represent the station at on‑site promotions, live remotes, and community events.
• Set up, operate, and break down audio and promotional equipment.
• Record live events through photos, video, audio, and social content for station promotions.
• Transport and handle promotional materials and event equipment.

Qualifications

• Strong desire to learn, grow, and build a career in media.
• Positive attitude, reliability, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment.
• Comfort multitasking and taking on responsibilities beyond a single job function.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and varying shifts based on business needs.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Willingness to take ownership of tasks from start to finish.
• High School Diploma (required); college coursework or BA/BS degree (preferred).
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and vehicle (required).

Pay

$17.13 per hour.

Benefits

• Real‑world experience in radio, digital media, and live events.
• Training alongside experienced broadcast and operations professionals.
• Opportunities to build skills across multiple departments.
• Collaborative, fast‑paced, and supportive team environment.
• Flexible, part‑time scheduling.
• Foot‑in‑the‑door opportunity with a leading multi‑media organization.

Schedule

Flexible, part‑time schedule with the ability to work days, nights, weekends, and varying shifts based on business needs.