Also called: Board Op, Radio Producer (Board)
Runs the audio board during live radio shows, playing ads and taking callers.
A board operator plays commercials exactly on time, screens callers, and fixes audio problems during a live sports talk show. Late-night and weekend shifts are common for beginners.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. Broadcasting classes or on-the-job.
Ways in: On-the-job training, 2-year college. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Broadcasting.
Shrinking. Automation reducing jobs.
High risk for 10 years. Station automation now runs ads and shows, so few board operators are hired.
Age 16+. One way to start: Ask local radio stations about part-time weekend board operator jobs; many start students on overnight or weekend shifts
Classes: Audio or music technology, Computer applications, Music, Broadcast journalism.
Official data: O*NET occupation 27-4012.
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