WTMX-FM

Full Time Regular

At Hubbard Radio Chicago we look for the best people to build dominant brands that connect consumers and advertisers to build better businesses and communities. We succeed by always doing the right thing with focus, urgency, and passion. Our company culture builds connections, careers, and employee growth. How? By creating a workplace that values autonomy and transparency. If that sounds like something you’d like to be part of, we’d love to hear from you.

The Morning Show Producer for WTMX assists with the daily preparation and execution of The Morning Mix, helping create engaging, entertaining content that connects with listeners. This role supports the on-air team through content research, segment coordination and production to keep the show running smoothly.

• Responsible for overall content and flow of The Morning MIX.  Assists in producing the show from prep/pre-planning, airing of live elements to final editing, post-show promos and production.
• Searches online / on social media for potential topics for show to cover on air.  Ensures hosts have show-prep materials for each day and associated audio.
• Creates external relationships with key partners in the market so the show has access to high profile events and talent coming to the area.  This includes being connected with agents, concert venues, promoters, production studios etc.
• Manage guest scheduling and logistics
• Coordinate live and pre-recorded interviews.
• Ensure show runs smoothly by following established timelines and program logs.  Assists in running the board flawlessly, handling changes, and monitoring of equipment to ensure it is operating correctly.
• Edit audio, posts to online feeds; create audio highlights for promos and social media and podcast.  Assist in generating social media content for the show as directed.
• Assist with on air/off air contest execution
• Communicates with listeners via social media, phone, text platforms.
• Maintain show archives and prepare segments for show vacations with “best of” shows.
• Help with basic video recording and production.
• Is able  to handle last minute and unexpected changes during regular work shift, during shows and at other times as necessary. Communicate quickly and clearly.
• Work seamlessly with other departments.
• Stay updated on industry trends to keep content fresh and competitive
• Works cross-functionally across content, digital and sales departments to ensure station goals are met.
• Attend and participate in meetings as required. Make public appearances.
• Other duties as assigned

• Three+ years of experience as producer or on-air contributor.
• Passion for pop culture, current music and entertainment news.
• Experience with all aspects of an on air broadcast studio. Operating the board, automation system, understanding radio clocks, logs, and scheduling.
• Demonstrated ability for using social media including, but not limited to, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram.
• Willingness to learn new tools and how they can help content, distribution, or sales.
• Willing to work in the office or on location.
• Multi-task with a variety of duties.
• Ability to ad lib while on air and at appearances in a coherent manner in situations that can change quickly.
• Project a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Work in compliance with company and FCC policies and procedures.
• Work established schedule and other hours as needed. Travel to and attend station promotional appearances including sales appearances.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.  The Company will make reasonable physical accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate’s work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations.

Compensation range is $55,000-$65,000 annually

For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser: https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.