Board Operator
Cumulus Media Inc.

Company Overview

CUMULUS | Columbus-Starkville, MS currently features 5 stations in the Golden Triangle area and surrounding counties. Our stations include: 99.9 WSMS, 103.1 WNMQ, 1230 WSSO-AM, 94.9 WKOR-FM NASH plays Country music and 106.1 WMXU. The cluster of 5 stations reaches thousands of listeners on a daily basis.

Position Overview

CUMULUS MEDIA | Columbus-Starkville is offering a great opportunity as a (Part-Time) Board Operator providing programming and control board support to On-Air Talent.Our ideal candidate should possess an extremely good work ethic, be a self-starter, and be highly organized with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position requires extreme reliability and flexibility. If you are a fast-learner familiar with audio equipment and automation, have a good demeanor around others, and have a passion for radio, read on.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Running the board in a radio station control room broadcasting a variety of live or pre-recorded local and syndicated radio programs
• Playing all commercials as scheduled and maintaining a commercial and transmitter log
• Selecting bumper music, when needed, and back-timing pre-recorded programs for smooth transition back to live programming
• Monitors and updates weather, traffic and news reports into automation equipment
• Monitor for EAS Alerts, Ambers Alerts and breaking news
• Monitors the technical quality and accuracy of incoming and outgoing on-air programming from master control room
• Assists with adjusting signal and programming content to ensure transmission meets federally mandated broadcast standards

Qualifications:

• Some college radio or small market radio experience required/preferred
• Previous board operation experience preferred
• Audio production skills required
• Familiar with FCC rules and regulations and EAS guidelines
• Proficient using computer systems such as Microsoft Office Suite, OpX, AudioVault, Wide Orbit, ENCO, Soundgorge, Nuendo, Adobe Audition or other audio editing and automation programs
• Knowledge of basic electronic wiring and sound system set-up
• Familiar with audio mixers and remote monitoring systems for radio transmissions
• Flexibility in scheduling required; majority of the hours are in the evenings, weekends and holidays

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Professional growth and career path
• Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask "what if" and try innovative solutions
• 401K with company match to plan for the long-term
• For immediate consideration, please visit https://cumulusmedia.jobs.net/

For more information about CUMULUS MEDIA, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/

CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

EEO Statement

CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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