Talk Show Producer - myTalk 107.1

· Responsible for overall content and flow of a live show.

· Assist the Donna & Steve syndication team with gathering and editing content for national syndication affiliates.

· Edit, upload and administer all podcasts for the shows you produce.

· Gather daily segments for use as “Best of” broadcasts in the case of emergency, illness, vacation or company holidays, etc.

· Assist and collaborate with show host on preparations for show on daily basis and for future shows. Make sure all aspects of the talk show are complete before the show airs. Plan and meet deadlines so show can run smoothly for all involved. Important details include booking guests as directed by show host, offering suggestions for guests, confirming guest appearances, daily postings to website on

show content, understanding program log, assembling audio clips for daily promo updates and key information.

· Notify proper people of any changes or special situations that may come up in a timely manner (i.e. breaking news, cancellations, and technical problems).

· Ensure show runs smoothly while on air by following established timelines, handling caller requests, notifying talent of important information, keeping show host on time and on track, interacting with talent, callers and guests when appropriate, following program log, taking breaks, running the board flawlessly, handling changes, monitoring of equipment to ensure it is operating correctly.

· Answer phone calls during airtime and screen calls for use on the show. Make decisions as to which callers go on the air. Must be able to respond and work well in a crisis.

· Be able to handle last minute and unexpected changes during regular work shift, during shows and at other times as necessary. Be able to communicate quickly and clearly to show hosts, guests and others as needed.

· Ability to relate and communicate with a variety of people including talent, guests, callers, and other staff.

· Working knowledge of radio systems to solve minor, routine problems as needed.

· Assess emergency situations for the station, and make decisions on when to call Engineering, ENCO or Programming managers for additional support. When necessary, go on-air to report on life-threatening or emergency situations until further support arrives.

· Understands and can articulate station and show's programming directions and philosophies.

· One year of professional broadcast experience.

· Ability to run the board flawlessly under pressure. Ability to work effectively in a high intensity, environment with on air talent.

· Multi-task with a variety of duties while running the show (may have to track down guests and/or talk to listeners while running the technical operation of the show).

· Must be flexible and able to deal with unexpected show changes calmly. Able to make decisions and judgments quickly, often in a chaotic environment.

· Operating knowledge of Zetta is extremely helpful.

· Ability to work on short deadlines and in pressure situations.

· Ability to make basic programming decisions based on emergency situations.