Radio Broadcast Assistant Job Family Media

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Monitor audio signals to detect sound-quality deviations or malfunctions
  • Provide live assist for shows, managing equipment, audio levels, and troubleshooting any issues that arise during live broadcasts.
  • Record sound onto digital audio tape or hard disk recorders
  • Create radio playlist, Upload radio shows and back up all required audio content in the station’s digital storage.
  • Assessing the acoustics of the performance area, assemble and operate the necessary equipment.
  • Consult with producers and presenters to determine the sound requirements
  • Select, position, adjust and operate the equipment used for amplification and recording.
  • Apply technical knowledge of sound recording equipment to achieve the determined artistic objectives.
  • Maintain and repair sound equipment.
  • Slot and ensure that advertisements run as per the space order
  • Work on station imaging i.e., promos, teasers, jingles. Assist in editing voice overs, work on syndicated shows, making necessary adjustments for broadcast quality.

Qualifications and skills.

  • Minimum of a Diploma in Sound engineering, Broadcast Journalism, Media Production or a related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience with sound automation systems and broadcasting technologies
  • Strong knowledge of sound mixing, equalization, and mastering techniques.
  • Knowledge of the Radio market, different station and programme styles, and audience demographics.
  • Experience with studio and live sound equipment, for both TV and radio
  • Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to address technical issues under strict timelines
  • Have a good sense of pitch, rhythm, and be able to distinguish sound quality
  • Ability to read and voice scripts will be an added advantage.

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