What are the responsibilities and job description for the Board Operator position at Salem Media Group?
Board Operators are responsible for maintaining the quality of our on-air shows. This includes assisting with the production of live and recorded radio shows and podcasts, including isolat ing audio for show hosts, as well as maintaining station logs, operating the control boards, screen listener phone calls, and client relations. and operate remote broadcast equipmen t.
Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger motion, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, talk and hear . The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds . Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.
Benefits
Come see how Salem is DIFFERENT and why we’ve been certified as a “Great Place To Work” and as a “Best and Brightest” equal opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions
- Run the control board for live and prerecorded programming, take FCC Transmitter readings, run Emergency Alert System (EAS) tests, maintaining ensur e i ng proper audio levels, transitions, and compliance with broadcast standards.
- Load, schedule, and m M anage on-air programming content within the WideOrbit automation system , , including retrieving files via WideO rbit Audio Finder, FTP sites , websites, and other digital delivery methods.
- Review audio content for technical accuracy, sound quality, and adherence to station and client specifications prior to airing.
- Monitoring and addressing issues with on-air programs for mistakes such as missed satellite cues, silence , etc.
- May be as ked to s creen live listener phone calls
- Produce Support live or and recorded broadcast program s
- Editing programs from local clients/churches as well as station initiatives and programs.
- In-office attendance as directed by local management
- Record daily voice tracks for all stations in the market as directed.
- Provide production coverage and fill in for other production staff or station personnel as operational needs arise.
- Assist with studio organization and routine maintenance of production areas.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Must have a foundational understanding of audio production and broadcast systems.
- Must be f amiliar with Wide Orbit automation system and t h e FileZilla FTP software s i t e preferred .
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Word , Excel , and Outlook , Adobe Audition
- Must po ssess vocal clarity and clear diction.
- Attention to detail and proactive attitude, and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Must have flexible schedule and be available to work various shifts, including nights and weekends
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger motion, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, talk and hear . The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds . Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.
Benefits
- Competitive pay structure based on experience
- Health, dental, vision and life insurance
- 401k retirement plan
- Paid holidays and vacation time
Come see how Salem is DIFFERENT and why we’ve been certified as a “Great Place To Work” and as a “Best and Brightest” equal opportunity employer.