WURD RADIO, LLC POSITION DESCRIPTION TITLE: Technical Producer 

 

Technical Producer
Location: Philadelphia, PA (On-site)
Company: WURD Radio

WURD Radio is seeking a Technical Producer to support live and recorded shows and help deliver high-quality, engaging content to our audience. In this role, you will work closely with hosts and guests behind the scenes to keep broadcasts running smoothly across radio, video, and digital platforms.​

What You’ll Do

• Run the board for live and studio shows, following station format and timing.​
• Cue hosts for commercial breaks and play commercials, promos, IDs, and PSAs according to the commercial log.​
• Operate WURD TV and manage show titles, host names, and descriptions for social media broadcasts.​
• Operate the station’s StreamYard account during programs and live broadcasts.​
• Edit and upload on-air content to SoundCloud after your producer shifts.​
• Meet with hosts to plan segments, transition music, and soundbites for each show.​
• Book show guests as needed and help maintain the show calendar.​
• Answer caller lines and relay caller information and topics to the host in writing.​
• Complete daily reports for each show and maintain accurate caller logs.​
• Take transmitter readings and sign off on the commercial log each hour on duty.​
• Assist with special projects and fill in for other producers/technical producers as needed.​

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required; undergraduate degree preferred.​
• At least 1 year of experience in video production, studio engineering, radio, or technical producing.​
• Familiarity with audio and video editing software (e.g., common editing tools).​
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office and social media platforms.​
• Ability to think creatively about how to present content and engage audiences.​
• Strong writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to adapt content for different platforms.​
• Knowledge of recording equipment and the ability to operate different radio studios.​
• Reliability, attention to detail, and composure in a fast-paced live broadcast environment.​

Schedule & Reporting

• On-site in Philadelphia, PA; schedule may include evenings, weekends, and holidays based on programming needs.​
• Reports to the Program and News Director.​