Board Operator
Core
Operate control boards for radio studios and remote programming to manage on-air talent, timing, and technical quality.
Role type
Part-time Board Operator
Builds
Live radio broadcasts and syndicated programming
Domain
Broadcast radio
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Control board operation, program timing regulation, commercial playback, technical quality monitoring, live program censoring, playlist execution, signal adjustment, phone call screening, emergency insert handling, equipment troubleshooting
Preferred skills
Microsoft Office proficiency, flexibility for evening/overnight/weekend shifts, fast-paced environment adaptability, independent work efficiency, process improvement mindset
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint), automation computers, hard disk dubbing systems
Responsibilities
Operate control board for studios and remote programming; Regulate program timing and play commercials; Monitor technical quality of incoming/outgoing programming; Censor live programs to protect station license; Execute playlists for server/tape/simulcast; Adjust signal and content for broadcast standards; Screen phone calls for on-air talent; Handle emergency inserts; Check studio equipment and notify Engineering of malfunctions
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC
