Assistant Producer And Audience Engagement Project Manager

About Nova

NOVA Entertainment is Australia’s fastest growing audio entertainment business, creating experiences loved and shared by audiences. NOVA Entertainment owns and operates the Nova Network, the most listened to metro network in Australia, which includes Nova 96.9 Sydney, Nova 100 Melbourne, Nova 106.9 Brisbane, Nova 93.7 Perth and Nova 919 Adelaide, in addition to Australia’s premium intimate live music brand, Nova’s Red Room.

Our values are integral to who we are. We believe in creating and working in an environment that supports Unwavering Unity, Relentless Curiosity and Radical Empathy

• Do you love making radio and wake up (early) every morning excited to create something that connects with our listeners?
• Are you super organised, some might even say pedantic, with a high level of attention to detail?
• Do you want to be part of a collaborative team where you contribution to everything from content to bringing big ideas to life will be valued?
• Do you love creating adventures, starting with the seed of an idea and growing it into something special?

We have an amazing opportunity based in our South Melbourne studios for an Assistant Producer & Audience Engagement Project Manager to join our NEW BREKKY SHOW! Jase and Lauren can be heard from 6am to 9am on Nova 100 in Melbourne, and listeners can stream the show live or catch up with the daily podcast by downloading the Nova Player.

Please note – this is not a role that requires you to manage staff.

What you will be doing:

• You must be able to seamlessly traverse programming and promotions with a passion for both to make sure both are invested in equally.
• You’ll have a dual reporting line which will require you to work directly under the Executive Producer & Senior Audience Engagement Project Manager supporting these teams.
• You are passionate about radio, enjoys good banter and will positively contribute to your personal and professional development in the radio broadcast industry.
• This role requires a rare combination of creativity and attention to detail whilst being surrounded by some of the funniest people in the business.

Some of the specific things you will be responsible for:

• Documenting the show & writing the daily rundown

• Creating daily prep/contest sheets as directed by the Executive Producer

• Show phones management
• Show liaison with the commercial side of the business (working with our Sales and Create teams)
• Management and implementation of show promotional giveaways (including liaising with Legal to ensure T&C’s are compliant, talent are briefed, contest sheets are accurate)
• Manage client briefs, brainstorm stand out creative ideas and assist with writing up responses for promotional campaigns & giveaways (including liaising with external stakeholders)
• Work proactively with the Program Director and Head of Audience Engagement to achieve and deliver station marketing and programming goals
• Promotion prize fulfilment (making sure our winners receive their prizes!)
• Be across the partnership promotions generated by Nova 100 Research Daily content
• Source Celebrity Guests
• Attend outside broadcasts / Record Stunts / interviews off station
• Research Guest bios
• Watch / Record Television shows / Highlight suitable grabs
• Assist implement Major Story Arcs
• Assist with meeting guests when they arrive on site
• Project Manage Podcasts
• Develop new ideas for the show

We want to meet you because you:

• Are familiar with high end studio equipment or have a keenness to learn
• Have exceptional attention to detail, organizational and time management skills
• Possess the ability to effectively manage various stakeholder expectations at all levels
• Have a love, passion and deep knowledge of music, local current affairs and pop culture
• Have strong interpersonal skills to work well within a team, and show dedication to the Nova brand and product

Ideally, you will have:

• Minimum of a years’ experience in a similar role at media company
• A sound knowledge of Nova Entertainment’s shows & product – and also an understanding of who Jase and Lauren are!
• A proven passion for broadcast radio and a zest to learn more in programming

HOT TIP - you will be asked about our audio products and what you love about NOVA so make sure you log in to the Nova Player App

Nova Entertainment Diversity & Inclusion Commitment:

The Aim:

Promote a diverse workforce that invites people of all backgrounds to work and grow with us in their own unique way.

How we do it:

• Providing a work environment that embraces and values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Supporting candidates that may have diverse needs by providing reasonable adjustments ensuring each candidate can put their best efforts into their application.
• By being allies of the LGBTIQA+ community and members of the Welcome Here initiative
• By utilising our membership and guidance of the Diversity Council of Australia
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What’s next?

• Only successful applicants will be contacted with 5-10 working days.
• Our interview process will involve a telephone interview initially followed by up to 2 face-to-face interviews
• Police Checks may be required.
• No Agencies

Please reach out during the application process if you think you may require any considerations for the recruitment process.