Board Operator - Morning and Afternoon Drive

About the role

iHeartMedia Markets is hiring a Board Operator in Dallas to provide programming and control board support to On-Air Talent and Syndicated Programming during Morning and Afternoon Drive. The position is part-time and regular.

Key responsibilities

• Operate the control board for studios and remote programming
• Regulate program timing, run syndicated programming and play commercials
• Monitor the technical quality and accuracy of incoming and outgoing on-air programming from the master control room
• Support off-air commercial production, dub music to hard disk and run programming automation computers
• Protect the station's license by censoring live programs and removing words or phrases not permitted on air
• Execute playlists for server, tape or simulcast programming
• Adjust signal and programming content so transmissions meet federally mandated broadcast standards
• Process time-out programming and monitor and update weather, traffic and news reports into automation equipment
• Check studio equipment and notify Engineering of malfunctions affecting broadcast quality
• Screen incoming phone calls and select callers for On-Air Talent and talk shows
• Handle emergency inserts such as news updates, breaking stories and alert system tests

Required profile

• Flexibility for evenings, overnight and weekends
• Comfort in a fast-paced environment with tight timeframes and multiple demands
• Previous experience in a related role
• Close attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professionalism, problem-solving within established procedures and ability to collaborate with colleagues at different levels

Required skills

• Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint

What we offer

• Flexible benefits including employer-sponsored medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401K plan
• Free Employee Assistance Program covering counseling, legal and financial advice and family and caregiving support
• Additional voluntary programs such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing and accident insurance