Content Producer

• Producers are expected to understand the purpose and format of Power 987.
• Understands the audience profile i.e. characteristics of their target audience
• Facilitates regular brainstorming sessions with co-producers and presenters of the show to ensure a rich flow of ideas that keeps the show fresh and evolving.
• Receives input and support from the head of programming and head of content in terms of how to build and structure the show in line with the Power 987 brand.
• Works closely with the news team to stay abreast of breaking or developing news and maximises opportunities that help both news and programming to own a story.
• Evaluate and follow up on leads or tips to develop story ideas either by investigating further or handing them over to the news.
• Researches and analyses background information related to stories in order to determine a Power angle that takes the story forward and meets the station's audience profile.
• Ensures that all facts provided to the presenter are accurate and from reliable sources.
• Acts responsibly and ethically when choosing guests and talk points ensuring that decisions are not influenced by self-interest and will not bring the company into disrepute.
• Puts together a comprehensive running order that meets the needs of the presenter and sound engineer.
• Responds to audience feedback, and determine how this feedback can be used to improve programme content and quality.

• Strong organisational skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving.
• A basic understanding of the law, ethics and industry regulation as they affect radio production.
• Interpretation of information is the ability to generate original ideas and to think creatively about how to communicate them.
• Pitch ideas to senior.
• Computer skills - a high level of IT skills. Ability to conduct effective internet research, use relevant computer software for audio editing etc.

• Understand the purpose and format of their station or programme; be aware of the characteristics of the target audience; and have knowledge of the subject matter of the output.
• Knowledge of the Radio market, different station and programme styles, and audience demographics.
• A good knowledge of subjects relevant to POWER 987.
• Knowledge of when it is necessary, and how to acquire, the relevant clearances and licenses, including copyright and music. clearances.
• Broadcast technology.