Job details

Job details

Double J Content Producer – Live At the Wireless (Part Time)

Apply now Job no: 504679
Work type: Contract Part Time
Location: Sydney
Categories: Journalism/Content Making, Social Media/ Digital, Production/Content

  • Ultimo, Sydney Location
  • Part-time hours (15.2 hours/week), days are negotiable
  • Produce the weekly live music program Live at the Wireless
  • Work within a creative team for an iconic brand

This vacancy is open only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants, reflecting our commitment to the ABC's Reconciliation Action Plan, ABC Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Plan 2023 - 2026 and the Equal Employment Opportunity (Commonwealth Authorities) Act 1987

The ABC's a great place to work; we provide various opportunities for Indigenous staff, including attending the national Indigenous staff conference, activities during NAIDOC week, regular networking events and mentoring support.
 
You'll have a friendly and supportive environment to learn and grow in, with a vibrant, dynamic and cohesive team and a manager who will help you with any questions and give you regular opportunities to talk about your progress. You'll also have access to a network of Indigenous staff and support from the ABC's Lead, Indigenous Employment and Diversity.
 
This is an opportunity to develop production skills within an ABC environment and will suit someone who loves live music. You will be joining a vibrant, music-obsessed team where creativity thrives, and you’ll be constantly inspired by colleagues with deep knowledge and a true love for music.

The Role

Each week Double J features the best live sets from the archives, as well as new recordings from their target audience's favourite local and touring acts. Reporting to the Double J Executive Producer, you will produce Double J’s weekly iconic live music program “Live at the Wireless” and will help shape the sound of the show.

The Job

  • Produce the weekly on-air live music program, including developing running schedule, scripting, writing copy, and other tasks as required.
  • Work with the live music team to coordinate new music recordings and update archival sets for broadcast.
  • Work with presenter to script weekly episodes and radio promos and develop content ideas for on-air and online to increase program reach and awareness.
  • Coordinate content to be played across other Double J shows, and across all platforms including video, online and social media.
  • Work with Double J’s Manager and ABC Legal on performance release paperwork and other administrative tasks.
  • Produce other Double J programs, and undertake tasks assigned by the Double J Executive Producer where required.
  • Opportunity to work and learn with a talented group of music fans, developing new content-making skills and experience in a high-profile ABC radio station.

Position Description:  50060481 PROGRAMMER AND PRODUCER.pdf

About You

This is a great role for someone with a strong interest in live music and is passionate about historical and current music trends for the Double J 35 – 49-year-old demographic. You will have experience in creating radio, audio and online music content or other relevant experience.

You'll have: 

  • Proven recent experience in music radio with accomplished editorial skills and judgement with high-level experience in producing key elements of a program’s sound.
  • Proven ability to produce creative and engaging music radio for a 30-50-year-old audience, and an intricate understanding of the audience and the strategic direction of Double J.
  • High-level interpersonal and motivational skills, ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, with a high level of attention to detail and forward planning.
  • Demonstrated communication skills with the ability to provide feedback to presenters.
    Sound working knowledge and experience in operating digital broadcast systems and production equipment.
  • Demonstrated understanding and passion to source and create authentic content which represents the broad diversity of the Australian community, including stories that reflect a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds and Indigenous communities where editorially relevant.

More info: 

To request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or if you have accessibility requirements, please contact accessibility@abc.net.au

If you want to know more, please contact Ryan Egan, Manager Double J and ABC Country via Egan.Ryan@abc.net.au

We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.

For more information on working at the ABC visit abc.net.au/careers

We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.

Applications Close: 11:55pm, Tuesday, 13th May

 


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