Production Assistant

Description

The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! From broadcast radio to digital streaming radio to podcasting, audio continues to grow – and iHeart, which reaches 90% of Americans every month, is the #1 audio company in America across every one of those platforms. We’re the home of many of the country’s most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers; we build important connections with hundreds of communities across America; we create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America; and we have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio, from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting.  Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia.

If you’re excited about this role but don’t feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.  At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!

What We Need: Coordinates production and scheduling of block programming and administrative activities and covers master control duties weekend mornings.

What You'll Do:

•  Assists in the creation and production of radio block programming and station promotions by providing administrative project or process support to department managers or staff.
  • Executes general department administrative duties including ordering office supplies, sorting mail, making travel arrangements and scheduling meetings, etc.
  • Prepares and reports on research and data analysis projects.
  • Interacts with company personnel at all organizational levels.
  • May research stories and book guests.
  • May edit audio segments.
  • May be required to coordinate activities between departments and/or outside parties.

What You'll Need:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, social networking platforms and basic audio production tools
• Ability to learn new systems quickly
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; excellent grammar
• Strong editorial skills including use of radio automation systems; ability to edit audio for clarity and time
• Strong time management skills; adept at setting priorities
• Serious attention to detail, ability to multi task, juggle demanding deadlines, and work across departments
• Stress tolerance especially under pressure and with tight deadlines
• Effective collaborator with multiple levels within an organization
• Strong interpersonal skills

Work Experience:
• 2+ years’ experience in radio production, broadcast and/or communications
• Journalism background a plus

Education: 4-year college degree, preferably in Radio or Media Production or related field

Certifications: None required

What You'll Bring:

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
• Ability to work within prescribed guidelines without needing close supervision
• Problem solving skills within established procedures
• Understanding of when to seek guidance for unforeseen problems
• Close attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to act in a professional manner and collaborate with colleagues of different levels                                                

Location:  1 Cabot Road, Suite 320, Medford, MA 02155

Position Type: Regular

Time Type: Part time

Pay Type: Hourly

Benefits:

iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce, including the following:

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options (employees meeting ACA measurement)
• A 401K plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
• A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

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