Commercial Production Director — Columbus, OH

About bd8Xz

yecqe WXq. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, bd8Xz reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

97.1 The Fan is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Production Director to write, voice, and produce high-quality commercials for 97.1 The Fan and The Fan 2.

This position works closely with the sales and programming teams to develop compelling audio content that supports client goals, strengthens partnerships, and reflects the station's brand. Additional responsibilities may include producing promotional content, station imaging, and audio for digital and video platforms.

Responsibilities

• Write, voice, and produce creative, engaging, and error-free commercial content that fits the station's formats and target audiences.

• Partner with sales representatives, clients, and programming personnel to develop creative concepts and successful advertising campaigns.

• Participate in brainstorming sessions and create spec spots, client demos, and co-op commercials.

• Manage commercial production from initial copywriting through final delivery, ensuring accuracy, quality, and deadlines are met.

• Record and direct client sessions, helping clients feel comfortable while capturing effective, professional audio.

• Operate studio equipment and use Adobe Audition to edit, mix, and produce audio.

• Review commercial copy and audio for accuracy, proper pronunciation, technical quality, and compliance with FCC, FTC, and company standards.

• Manage audio quality control, including outside network and agency content, commercial levels, legal IDs, and required tones.

• Verify daily commercial logs to ensure all scheduled audio is present, correct, and ready to air.

• Assist with station promotions, imaging, programming demos, and audio content for digital and video platforms as needed.

• Maintain accurate production records and meet deadlines while managing multiple projects and last-minute requests.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of professional radio or audio production experience preferred.

• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills, with the ability to write and voice compelling commercial copy.

• Clear, professional speaking voice and the ability to adapt delivery to different clients and formats.

• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Audition and digital audio production.

• Experience with radio automation, traffic, and production systems preferred. Familiarity with Zetta, WideOrbit, Mr. Master, and vCreative PPO is a plus.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Creative problem-solving skills and a commitment to delivering successful results for clients.

• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently while contributing to a team.

• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.

• Flexibility to work varying schedules as business needs require.

Work Location: This is an on-site, in-office position.

Pay Range

$26—$29 USD

Benefits

bd8Xz offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. bd8Xz offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to BgXbY’9 YKG(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in bd8Xz medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

bd8Xz offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.

• Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

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