PT Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part Time Work Arrangement: On-site Audacy Boston is looking for talented individuals to join our part-time ...
PT Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part Time Work Arrangement: On-site Audacy Boston is looking for talented individuals to join our part-time ...
Board Operator
Brighton, MA · On-site
$15/hr
PT Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part Time Work Arrangement: On-site Audacy Boston is looking for talented individuals to join our part-time ...
Board Operator
Brighton, MA · On-site
$15/hr
PT Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part Time Work Arrangement: On-site Audacy Boston is looking for talented individuals to join our part-time ...
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Pay Transparency: $15.00/Hr. - $15.00/Hr. Location(s): Baltimore, M.D. Work Arrangement: On-Site The ...
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Pay Transparency: $15.00/Hr. - $15.00/Hr. Location(s): Baltimore, M.D. Work Arrangement: On-Site The ...
Board Operator
Brighton, MA · On-site
$15/hr
PT Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part Time Work Arrangement: On-site Audacy Boston is looking for talented individuals to join our part-time ...
Board Operator
Brighton, MA · On-site
$15/hr
PT Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part Time Work Arrangement: On-site Audacy Boston is looking for talented individuals to join our part-time ...
Board Operator
Miami, FL · On-site
Board Operators are responsible for running the control board, following station format, arranging and playing commercials and IDs according to the program and commercial logs, following applicable ...
Board Operator
Miami, FL · On-site
Board Operators are responsible for running the control board, following station format, arranging and playing commercials and IDs according to the program and commercial logs, following applicable ...
Board Operator
Baltimore, MD · On-site
$15/hr
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Pay Transparency: $15.00/Hr. - $15.00/Hr. Location(s): Baltimore, M.D. Work Arrangement: On-Site The ...
Board Operator
Baltimore, MD · On-site
$15/hr
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Pay Transparency: $15.00/Hr. - $15.00/Hr. Location(s): Baltimore, M.D. Work Arrangement: On-Site The ...
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Pay Transparency: $15.00/Hr. - $15.00/Hr. Location(s): Baltimore, M.D. Work Arrangement: On-Site The ...
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Pay Transparency: $15.00/Hr. - $15.00/Hr. Location(s): Baltimore, M.D. Work Arrangement: On-Site The ...
Board Operator
Philadelphia, PA · On-site
Board Operator/Producer Department: Programming Reporting To: OP/Brand Manager Employment Type: Part-Time Location(s): Philadelphia, PA Work Arrangement: Onsite This is an evergreen posting, We are ...
Board Operator
Philadelphia, PA · On-site
Board Operator/Producer Department: Programming Reporting To: OP/Brand Manager Employment Type: Part-Time Location(s): Philadelphia, PA Work Arrangement: Onsite This is an evergreen posting, We are ...
Board Operator
Philadelphia, PA · On-site
Board Operator/Producer Department: Programming Reporting To: OP/Brand Manager Employment Type: Part-Time Location(s): Philadelphia, PA Work Arrangement: Onsite This is an evergreen posting, We are ...
Board Operator
Philadelphia, PA · On-site
Board Operator/Producer Department: Programming Reporting To: OP/Brand Manager Employment Type: Part-Time Location(s): Philadelphia, PA Work Arrangement: Onsite This is an evergreen posting, We are ...
Board Operator
$18 - $25/hr
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Pay Transparency: $18.00/Hr. - $25.00/Hr. Location(s): Washington, DC Work Arrangement: On-Site The ...
Board Operator
$18 - $25/hr
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Pay Transparency: $18.00/Hr. - $25.00/Hr. Location(s): Washington, DC Work Arrangement: On-Site The ...
Board Operator
Miami, FL · On-site
Board Operators are responsible for running the control board, following station format, arranging and playing commercials and IDs according to the program and commercial logs, following applicable ...
Board Operator
Miami, FL · On-site
Board Operators are responsible for running the control board, following station format, arranging and playing commercials and IDs according to the program and commercial logs, following applicable ...
Board Operator/Producer Department: Programming Reporting To: OP/Brand Manager Employment Type: Part-Time Location(s): Philadelphia, PA Work Arrangement: Onsite This is an evergreen posting, We are ...
Board Operator/Producer Department: Programming Reporting To: OP/Brand Manager Employment Type: Part-Time Location(s): Philadelphia, PA Work Arrangement: Onsite This is an evergreen posting, We are ...
Overview Salem Media has an immediate opening for a Part-Time Board-Operator position. Responsibilities * Producing the live and recorded radio programs and podcasts * Executing format as designed by ...
Overview Salem Media has an immediate opening for a Part-Time Board-Operator position. Responsibilities * Producing the live and recorded radio programs and podcasts * Executing format as designed by ...
Board Operator
$17.51 - $24.16/hr
Salem Media has an immediate opening for a Part-Time Board-Operator position. * Producing the live and recorded radio programs and podcasts * Executing format as designed by management * Maintain ...
Board Operator
$17.51 - $24.16/hr
Salem Media has an immediate opening for a Part-Time Board-Operator position. * Producing the live and recorded radio programs and podcasts * Executing format as designed by management * Maintain ...
Board Operator
Lone Tree, CO · On-site
$19.29/hr
Board Operator Department: KSE Radio Business Unit : Location: Lone Tree, CO Reports To: Program Director, Radio Employment Type: Variable hour - Hourly - Non-exempt Supervisor Position: No Apply by ...
Board Operator
Lone Tree, CO · On-site
$19.29/hr
Board Operator Department: KSE Radio Business Unit : Location: Lone Tree, CO Reports To: Program Director, Radio Employment Type: Variable hour - Hourly - Non-exempt Supervisor Position: No Apply by ...
Board Operator
Southfield, MI · On-site
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Location(s): Detroit Work Arrangement: On-Site Audacy offers employees who are eligible for benefits ...
Board Operator
Southfield, MI · On-site
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Location(s): Detroit Work Arrangement: On-Site Audacy offers employees who are eligible for benefits ...
Board Operators are responsible for running the control board, following station format, arranging and playing commercials and IDs according to the program and commercial logs, following applicable ...
Board Operators are responsible for running the control board, following station format, arranging and playing commercials and IDs according to the program and commercial logs, following applicable ...
Board Operator
$18 - $25/hr
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Pay Transparency: $18.00/Hr. - $25.00/Hr. Location(s): Washington, DC Work Arrangement: On-Site The ...
Board Operator
$18 - $25/hr
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Pay Transparency: $18.00/Hr. - $25.00/Hr. Location(s): Washington, DC Work Arrangement: On-Site The ...
Board Operator
Washington, DC · On-site
$18 - $25/hr
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Pay Transparency: $18.00/Hr. - $25.00/Hr. Location(s): Washington, DC Work Arrangement: On-Site The ...
Board Operator
Washington, DC · On-site
$18 - $25/hr
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Pay Transparency: $18.00/Hr. - $25.00/Hr. Location(s): Washington, DC Work Arrangement: On-Site The ...
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Location(s): Detroit Work Arrangement: On-Site Audacy offers employees who are eligible for benefits ...
Board Operator Department: Programming Reporting To: Brand Manager Employment Type: Part -Time Location(s): Detroit Work Arrangement: On-Site Audacy offers employees who are eligible for benefits ...
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How much do board operator jobs pay per hour?
What is a board operator?
What are the typical challenges faced by a board operator during live broadcasts?
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a board operator, and why are they important?
What is the difference between Board Operator vs Radio Technician?
| Aspect | Board Operator | Radio Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | High school diploma; some roles may require technical training | Technical certifications or associate degree often preferred |
| Work Environment | Broadcast studios, control rooms | Broadcast stations, maintenance facilities |
| Industry Usage | Radio and TV stations, live event broadcasting | Radio stations, broadcast engineering |
| Primary Responsibilities | Operating audio/video equipment during broadcasts | Maintaining and repairing broadcast equipment |
While both roles work within the broadcasting industry, a Board Operator primarily manages live broadcasts and operates control room equipment, whereas a Radio Technician focuses on maintaining and repairing broadcast hardware. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in the broadcasting field.
What does a board operator do?
A board operator controls a switchboard, the light, and/or sound systems for a radio station, television station, or a theater production. As the radio board operator in the radio industry, your duties and responsibilities are to control the sound mixing board to ensure that the broadcast has the proper levels, catches the right sound, and provides high-quality audio for the broadcast. Board operators typically work at larger radio stations. At smaller stations, the host of a program may operate the board.

$15/hr
Full-time, Part-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 21 days ago
Audacy rating
5.5
Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
70th of 75 rated media
Job description
Job Title: PT Board Operator
Department: Programming
Reporting To: Brand Manager
Employment Type: Part Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Job Description:
Audacy Boston is looking for talented individuals to join our part-time staff as a Board Operator.
The anticipated starting salary range for Boston-based individuals expressing interest in this position is $15.00/Hr..
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 full time employees with a comprehensive benefits package to include: health care coordinator, medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, disability, life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, paid time off (sick, vacation, personal, parental, volunteer), 401(k) retirement plan, discounted employee stock purchase, student loan payment assistance program, legal assistance, life assistance program, identity theft protection, discounted home and auto insurance, and pet insurance.
Job responsibilities:
- Board Operators are responsible for running the control board, following station format, arranging and playing commercials and IDs according to the program and commercial logs, following applicable laws and FCC regulations
- In addition, you may help administer contests, answer listener phone calls, screen listener calls for live shows, operate satellite receivers, conduct EAS tests, etc.
- This is a critical role in the on-air execution of the station. Must be a detail-oriented person available to work evenings, overnights, weekends, vacation fill-in and holidays.
- Other duties as required by management as well as following training modules
Required & Preferred:
- Previous experience running a studio board, editing play-by-play highlights and interviews using a digital editing program such as Adobe Audition, NewsBoss, or Pro Tools is required.
- The ideal candidate will have previous radio experience running a soundboard, booking guests, writing and editing audio.
- Previous experience as a radio board operator, preferably at a sports talk radio station/network.
- Must have experience with digital operating system (Media Touch, Audio Vault, Enco or Profit).
- Must be a team player, computer savvy and have the flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends, overnights and holidays.
- Minimum Education Level: HS diploma or equivalent.
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.
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