New York Public Radio - Assistant Producer, New Sounds (part time)

Assistant Producer is needed in New York, United States.

Client: New York Public Radio

Location: New York, NY

Contract: Part-time

Job Description

The New York Public Radio (NYPR) is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Producer for New Sounds (part-time). The assistant will work with the programming team to produce and maintain live broadcast events and on-air content, including various features, interviews, long-form programs, and specials. A strong interest in unusual music is essential. This role requires a results-driven approach, collaboration with colleagues and partners, and will involve working 24 hours per week. The Assistant Producer reports to the Managing Editor & Host of New Sounds.

Requirements

• Passion and interest in unusual music, with a desire to learn about venues throughout New York.
• Facility with audio editing.
• Familiarity with radio broadcast systems, including music scheduling and automation preferred.
• Willingness and ability to learn new skills and concepts as necessary.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage several concurrent projects.
• Ability to work effectively with New Sounds staff, colleagues across NYPR, industry representatives, and cultural partners.
• Excellent communication skills—both oral and written—with the capacity to build and maintain relationships across diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Suggest new artists for New Sounds/Soundcheck from various sources.
• Create error-free descriptive entries in the music database for new artists.
• Propose programming ideas for New Sounds episodes.
• Fact-check and quality check each New Sounds episode, preparing audio for all destinations.
• Edit outdated references for rebroadcasts and communicate changes to the host/producer.
• Write and publish all copy about New Sounds and Soundcheck episodes.
• Proofread and edit digital content (e.g., blog posts, articles) before publication.
• Assist the host in booking guests for Soundcheck/New Sounds and suggest Gig Alerts.
• Assist at New Sounds Live events, providing promotional language for all platforms.
• Provide one show to Hawaii Public Radio per week, including audio and cue sheet.
• Maintain social media feeds for New Sounds and Soundcheck, including writing copy and creating assets.
• Create and promote Spotify playlists regularly.
• Create accompanying copy for performance and other videos for Soundcheck sessions.
• Coordinate with artists for In-Studio recordings for social media.

Additional Role Information

This is a part-time non-exempt role with an hourly rate of $37.6328 per hour. The position operates in a hybrid capacity with the ability to work from home, but the expectation is to work from the Soho headquarters. It is covered under a collective bargaining agreement between New York Public Radio and SAG-AFTRA.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

New York Public Radio is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to place employees at the center of decision-making to foster a more engaged and productive workforce. Diverse perspectives are valued to enable honest, authentic storytelling.

Equal Opportunity

New York Public Radio is an equal opportunity employer committed to equal employment for all. All applicants are evaluated without regard to disability, race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected status unrelated to job performance. #LI-Hybrid