Sirius XM : Associate Producer, NBA Radio - Part-time Temp

Assistant Producer is needed in New York, United States.

Client: Sirius XM

Location: New York, United States

Contract: Part Time

Responsibilities:

• Check studio equipment and show logs for proper functioning prior to going on air, reporting technical problems and equipment malfunctions.
• Runs the audio board for various live and taped programs and edits audio for on-air use.
• Ensures studio sound equipment is functioning properly during programs.
• Ensures that on-air product is up to broadcast standards before it leaves the studios.
• Works with Producers and talent on following programming clocks to ensure that all content and advertisements are featured as planned.
• Works with Producers, Talent and Directors to develop creative promos and sound ideas to enhance program content.
• Chooses sound effects to enhance program image.
• Coordinates the appropriate mix of music and sound for assigned shows, and ensures that levels are mixed properly.
• Provides cues and support to Talent to facilitate with program continuity.
• Screens incoming calls and selectively chooses callers to go on-air, for the purpose of enhancing program content.
• Puts listener calls through to on-air talent and ends calls.
• Works with Producers to create / edit “Best of…” programs from archives of past shows for weekend or special re-broadcasting needs.
• May provide hosts with news updates and breaking stories, on occasion.
• May assist with guest booking responsibilities.
• Assists with talent needs arising during program including guest booking and research.
• Produces programs when called upon, including weekends.

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience running an audio board.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and multi-task.
• Strong knowledge of various programming genres.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Availability to work nights and weekends.
• Must have legal right to work in the U.S.
• Previous use of Prophet and Adobe Audition preferred.
• Proficiency in ISDN & IP Codec operation.
• Operating studio sound equipment.
• Mixing sound elements into a professional sounding product.
• Must have legal right to work in the U.S.