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Associate Producer, WBFO


Buffalo Toronto Public Media is your local source for television and radio –

WNED PBS, WNED PBS KIDS, WNED Create, WBFO NPR, WNED Classical, and WBFO The Bridge!

 

We reach Western New York and Southern Ontario and can be streamed from your favorite device.

 

Engaging our communities through exploration and entertainment—everywhere.

 

We’re looking for an Associate Producer for WBFO!

 

What you’ll be doing:

The Associate Producer provides administrative, technical and operational support to the Producer and WBFO staff for broadcasts and programs. This individual will perform tasks included in pre-production, production and post-production in alignment with the station’s expectations, programming schedule, goals and protocols. This position can be hybrid – a blend of remote and in-office work. In summary, this individual will:

  • Work with station staff to produce new and existing local programs
  • Assist with the production of audio and video for daily shows
  • Assist with the booking and scheduling of guests
  • Assist with producing reporter beat segments
  • Perform post-mortems
  • Assist with recording and editing of programs for air, including taped interviews; checks audio levels, overall quality, and provide timecode notes
  • Operate on-air control board
  • May host segments for on-air broadcast, both live and pre-recorded, as assigned

 

What you’ll need:

  • Minimum of Bachelor degree in broadcasting, journalism, media, related field or comparable four (4) years of experience
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience involved in production for a variety of digital and broadcast projects
  • Experience in newsgathering and research; reporting experience a plus
  • Strong computer skills; proficiency with various programs including MS Office and Adobe for audio and video editing
  • Technical aptitude for or experience in operating on-air control board, systems, and related functions
  • Flexible, helpful attitude; Willing to learn and adapt to various assignments/tasks
  • Punctual
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfortable with public speaking in various settings
  • Knowledge of FCC regulations and standards

 

Why BTPM?

Because we’re awesome!  You won’t find a better group of talented, energetic people dedicated to quality content and reaching the various communities of our region.  We are proud of our culture and promote a realistic balance of both work and personal life.  Our benefits package is fantastic and we have free parking!

 

Salary and Benefits:

This is a full-time, non-exempt hourly position and starting pay will be based on education, experience and interview.  Starting range: $19.33 to $24.16/hr.

  • 12 paid holidays
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation
  • Sick time (accrued)
  • Medical, Dental, Life, Vision Short- & Long-Term Disability insurance options
  • Health Savings Account (for applicable plans) with employer contribution
  • Flex Spending Account option
  • Voluntary Life, Accident, Critical Illness coverage options
  • Identity Protection option
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Assistance (based on eligibility)
  • Retirement Plan with 7.5% employer match (based on eligibility)

 

Buffalo Toronto Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity and inclusion.