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Executive Producer

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News UK

26d ago

Applications are closed

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Creative Arts & Fashion
    Media & Journalism
  • Dublin

Requirements

  • Experience producing a high profile successful radio show in the Irish market or abroad
  • Strong strategic thinking, creativity, and project management skills.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with other teams.
  • Ability to run the show from a technical aspect
  • Deep understanding of the audience’s lifestyle and interests, ensuring content is relatable.
  • Awareness of all relevant social media platforms and the ability to create and manage posts.
  • Fully competent in Adobe Audition for audio editing.
  • A passion for radio, music, and engaging with diverse audiences.
  • Talent management experience

Responsibilities

  • Produce the Q102 breakfast show daily 5 days a week.
  • Help plan and research shows, from content planning to transmission, maintaining high editorial and production values.
  • Ensure the output is of the highest quality with enough experience to guide the presenting team each morning.
  • Generate and develop creative original ideas that align with Q102’s brand values.
  • Ability to run the show from a technical aspect, including driving the desk and trouble shooting on the fly, taking calls etc.
  • Archive audio to locate key audio moments for award entries and a daily podcast(s).
  • Work with the marketing team to identify areas of opportunity to promote the show attending marketing meetings and business update meetings on behalf of the show.
  • Lead the social media output in conjunction with the digital team including identifying shareable in studio video moments.
  • Adhere to broadcasting standards and station guidelines, ensuring content is appropriate and meets regulatory requirements.
  • Work with the senior management team to devise features and identify opportunities to grow station audiences, supporting the business and to drive audience growth.
  • Working across the broader Dublin portfolio to support the Dublin CC and Q102 APD as needed including:
  • Music Scheduling – main music scheduler cover for Q102 and/or FM104
  • S+P idea generation – for individual shows and station wide campaigns supporting the development of innovative promotional strategies across radio, digital, social media, and events to enhance brand awareness and loyalty.
  • Management of rosters – arranging cover for presenters for annual leave and/or sick leave on both stations
  • Production cover across other shows in the portfolio as required.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Executive Producer.

Where is the location of the job?

The job is located in Dublin.

Which radio stations is the Executive Producer responsible for?

The Executive Producer is responsible for Q102 and FM104.

What will be the primary focus of the role?

The primary focus will be on producing the Q102 breakfast show and enhancing its content.

What days will the Executive Producer be expected to work?

The Executive Producer will produce the show daily, five days a week.

Are there any specific technical skills required for this position?

Yes, the candidate should be able to run the show from a technical aspect, including driving the desk and troubleshooting.

What type of experience is required for this role?

The candidate should have experience producing a high-profile successful radio show in the Irish market or abroad.

What software should applicants be fully competent in?

Applicants should be fully competent in Adobe Audition for audio editing.

What are some of the additional responsibilities of this role?

Responsibilities include planning shows, generating creative ideas, managing social media output, and supporting music scheduling across stations.

Does the company offer any benefits?

Yes, the company offers benefits such as 25 days of holiday per year, maternity and paternity leave, a pension scheme with employer contributions, and access to training resources.

Is there support for employee diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Wireless Ireland actively champions diversity and inclusion, with initiatives such as an employee-led networks and a Diversity Board.

Is there a possibility to work from home?

Yes, there is flexibility to work in a hybrid format, combining office and remote work.

What is the company's stance on health and wellbeing?

The company takes pride in supporting the health and wellbeing of its staff.

Entertainment & Media
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1981
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

One of the leading media businesses in the UK and Ireland, our newsbrands include The Times, The Sunday Times, The Sun, The Sun on Sunday and The TLS. Our national broadcast brands include talkSPORT, Times Radio and Virgin Radio UK, and we have market-leading local radio stations across Ireland. In April 2022 we launched TalkTV as a bold new voice in news, current affairs, debate and opinion. The major new TV channel is available to everyone across the UK, with presenters including Piers Morgan, Jeremy Kyle, Vanessa Feltz, Sharon Osbourne, Tom Newton Dunn and Julia Hartley Brewer. Our world-famous brands provide news, analysis, opinion and entertainment to almost 40 million people each month. Spanning digital and print, audio and video, events and experiences, our brands are home to a plurality of opinion, representing the diverse communities we serve. News UK is wholly owned by News Corp.