Board Operator
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Salem Media Group, Inc
MN
Summary
The Board Operator is responsible for engineering live and recorded radio programs, podcasts, and voice tracks while ensuring smooth broadcast operations. They must also deliver live on-air weather updates and maintain accurate program logs.
Job Description
Overview
Have you ever dreamed of working behind the scenes at a radio station? Love microphones, mixers, and the magic of live broadcasts? Salem Media Group Minneapolis has an immediate opening for a Board Operator for our four station cluster – and we want you on our team!
Why This Role Rocks:
- Flexible Schedule: Work ~10–15 hours per week, 2-3 days a week — perfect for students, creatives, retired ham operators or anyone who loves broadcast / video operations.
- Hands-On Experience: From live board engineering to voice tracking, you’ll get your hands on real equipment and develop your on-air chops.
- Extra Perks: Additional opportunities for production work, audio editing, and more — all while learning from seasoned radio pros.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do:
- Produce live and recorded radio and video programs and podcasts
- Deliver live on-air weather updates with confidence.
- Record voice tracks for other programming
- Operate and engineer the live broadcast boards, keeping shows smooth and professional.
- Execute station formats to keep our listeners engaged.
- Maintain accurate program logs, edit live spots, and handle various production and commercial audio tasks.
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong experience with Windows-based computer systems.
- College education preferred, but not required — your passion and skill matter most!
- Flexibility for overnight shifts and weekends — radio never sleeps, and neither do we.
- Proven track record of reliability, attention to detail, and punctuality.
Who You Are:
- A tech-savvy audio enthusiast who thrives under pressure.
- A dependable, detail-oriented self-starter who loves teamwork.
- Excited to work in a fun, fast-paced radio environment.
Benefits
- Competitive pay structure based on experience
- Access to studio and production time at no cost to you
EEO Statement
Come see how Salem is DIFFERENT and why we’ve been certified as a “Great Place To Work” and as a “Best and Brightest” equal opportunity employer.
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Salem Media, America's leading radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values. In addition to its radio properties, Salem owns Salem Radio Network, which syndicates talk, news and music programming to approximately 2,600 affiliates; Salem Radio Representatives, a national radio advertising sales force; Salem Web Network, a leading Internet provider of Christian content and online streaming; and Salem Publishing, a leading publisher of Christian themed magazines. Salem owns and operates over 100 radio stations, with 67 stations in the nation’s top 25 markets – and 30 in the top 10. Each of our radio properties has a full portfolio of broadcast and digital marketing opportunities.
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Camarillo, California
Salem Media, America's leading radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values. In addition to its radio properties, Salem owns Salem Radio Network, which syndicates talk, news and music programming to approximately 2,600 affiliates; Salem Radio Representatives, a national radio advertising sales force; Salem Web Network, a leading Internet provider of Christian content and online streaming; and Salem Publishing, a leading publisher of Christian themed magazines. Salem owns and operates over 100 radio stations, with 67 stations in the nation’s top 25 markets – and 30 in the top 10. Each of our radio properties has a full portfolio of broadcast and digital marketing opportunities.
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Camarillo, California
