NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK:
Under the supervision of the Head of Production, the Audio and Digital Producer creates and executes a wide range of audio and digital products and services to assist Account Executives, Promotions Directors, and Programming Directors, and other Alpha Media staff. This may include audio and visual production for all the Alpha digital platforms including websites, mobile apps, social media, commercial production and digital graphic design. Job requires well-developed communication skills to present and exchange technical or complex information. Interactions occur with a variety of people including company executives, sales staff, and clients.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Creates, organizes and produces all Portland audio and station production elements for the digital platforms as well as work on Corporate or other market tasks when necessary
Oversees of podcasts and on-demand audio
Creates and produces audio interstitials for all brands
Designs and produces graphics for sales and programming content for the web and print in a Windows environment using Adobe Audition and Adobe CS products.
Develops web content using WordPress. Acts as a technical and creative resource assisting Alpha Media staff with audio, graphic and web production.
Participates in Promotions meetings and suggests technology or content ideas to help staff achieve desired outcomes from projects and initiatives.
Uploads and describes audio and video content to popular streaming sites such as SoundCloud, YouTube, and Vimeo; publishes embedded HTML and URL links for digital content distribution to listeners through WordPress.
Manages audio and digital files.
Meets daily deadlines based on personal workflow, department workflow, and Programming, Promotions, and Sales staff needs.
Stays abreast of current audio initiatives, design and production methods, procedures and trends. Updates knowledge of software used by utilizing company training resources.
Manage multiple projects with frequently adjusted priorities.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is typically performed in an office, and event locations. Interruptions are expected to occur often – the incumbent must be able to prioritize work and manage the stress of a high pressure work environment. Heavy computer use on a daily basis is required. Must be able to adapt and respond quickly to constantly changing technology and deadlines. Must be willing to occasionally work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate’s degree or two years of college-level course work in web development, graphic design, or related area. Relevant experience performing the duties of the job may substitute for the educational requirement. Must be proficient in Adobe Audition, Pro Tools and Audio Mixing and production. Preferred knowledge in Premier video editing software. Two years of recent experience creating WordPress based websites and graphic design solutions using Adobe CS products, FTP software, Windows 7/8 and Mac OSX. Ability to work with non-technical clients and staff and translate content into products in formats including but not limited to graphics and HTML documents. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a project team.
Please send cover letter and resume to jobs.portland@alphamediausa.com, and put “Audio and Digital Producer” in the subject line.
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-Alpha Media is an equal opportunity employer-