Production Assistant

Overview Job Title: Production Assistant Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Full-Time Pay Transparency: $42,500.00/Yr. - $42,500.00/Yr. Location(s): Chicago, I.L . Work Arrangement: On-Site The anticipated starting salary range for Chicago, I.L. based individuals expressing interest in this position is $42,500.00/Yr. - $42,500.00/Yr. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and location of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity. Audacy offers employees who are eligible for benefits with a comprehensive benefits package which includes: a health care coordinator, medical, dental, vision, mental health, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, disability, life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, paid time off (sick, flex-time away/vacation days, personal, parental, volunteer), 401(k) retirement plan, student loan payment assistance program, legal assistance, life assistance program, identity theft protection, discounted home and auto insurance, and pet insurance. WBBM Full Time Production Assistant About the role: WBBM Newsradio is looking for an organized, technically skilled Production Assistant to support the daily programming, production and multiplatform content of WBBM Newsradio and its local news programming. This position edits and prepares audio, assists with program planning and schedules, coordinates guests and client production, and maintains the materials and records needed for reliable broadcast and digital distribution. The coordinator will help turn the station's reporting and programming into compelling content for radio, podcasts, social media and other digital platforms. Reporting to newsroom leadership, the coordinator works closely with anchors, reporters, sales executives, editors, guests, community organizations and other colleagues across the station. Responsibilities What You'll Do: Key Responsibilities Edit and prepare interviews, promotional spots, commercials, features, podcasts and other audio for broadcast and digital distribution. Assist management and newsroom with program preparation, scheduling, interview materials and other production needs. Record audio in the studio and in the field at interviews, community events, news conferences and other assignments, following established production procedures. Coordinate guests, recording sessions, schedules and other production logistics. Prepare program elements, including metadata, for scheduled broadcast and digital distribution via Wide Orbit and newsroom systems. Create basic video, podcast and social-media versions of existing WBBM Newsradio content. Help identify opportunities to repurpose strong reporting and programming across multiple platforms. Maintain accurate production calendars, contact records and organized media files. Communicate with newsroom staff, other internal teams and external partners to keep assignments on schedule. Assist with breaking news and major coverage when needed, including gathering, editing and preparing audio and other content for rapid distribution. Perform production and administrative duties that support WBBM Newsradio's daily operations. Weekly work schedule is expected to Monday – Friday but can include weekends and holidays when necessary. Qualifications More About You: Required & Preferred: Qualifications Professional experience in radio, audio, podcast, broadcast production, journalism, digital media or a comparable environment. Strong audio editing and production skills using professional broadcast or digital-audio software. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, including the ability to manage multiple schedules, files and deadlines. Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with anchors, reporters, producers, guests and community partners. Ability to work in a fast-paced newsroom environment and respond appropriately to changing priorities and breaking news. Ability to follow established editorial direction, production procedures, technical standards and approval processes. Genuine interest in Chicago news, culture, business, sports and the communities we serve. Preferred Experience Experience in local news, commercial radio, public media, broadcast journalism or digital media. Experience coordinating live broadcasts, guests, recording sessions or remote productions. Video editing, digital publishing, podcast production or social-media experience. Familiarity with broadcast audio standards, newsroom systems, automation systems and digital asset management. Experience working in a deadline-driven newsroom. Experience supporting or training interns, volunteers or emerging journalists and producers. Compensation & Benefits The compensation for this full-time position is $42,500, commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, dental and vision coverage, disability and life insurance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer contribution after the applicable eligibility period. Important Notes: Please be aware that Audacy will never ask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives will only come from email addresses ending in @audacy.com. If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding. About Us Audacy is a leading audio content and entertainment company. As champions of audio, we connect with people in the moments that matter — delivering trusted local news, passionate sports and your favorite music across 220+ radio stations, premium podcasts, live events and digital experiences that reach more than 200 million listeners every month.We create compelling content, foster deeply engaged audiences and deliver outcomes that matter for advertisers. Learn more at and join the conversation on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram. EEO Audacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Audacy affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion or religious creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Audacy, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io. 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