How to hire a broadcast producer

How to hire a broadcast producer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step broadcast producer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a broadcast producer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new broadcast producer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a broadcast producer, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   A broadcast producer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, broadcast producers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of broadcast producer salaries for various roles:

   Type of Broadcast Producer	Description	Hourly rate
   Broadcast Producer	Producers and directors create motion pictures, television shows, live theater, commercials, and other performing arts productions. They interpret a writer’s script to entertain or inform an audience.	$21-74
   Stage Manager	A stage manager is someone who oversees theatrical performances and all practical and technical aspects of rehearsals and shows, such as lighting cues, sound, prop usage, and costume changes. The core skills that stage managers should possess to accomplish their responsibilities include excellent attention to detail, the ability to multi-task and work under pressure, and strong leadership and problem-solving skills... Show more	$15-36
   Producer Internship	Producer interns require strong analytical, delegation, planning, time management, and prioritization skills, in addition to flexibility and the ability to work in fast-paced environments. Interns will need to set up rehearsals, transport musicians and instruments, plan and assist with recreational activities, and perform various other production tasks.	$13-23

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Video Production
   • Tv
   • Radio
   • Video Content
   • Control Room
   • Audio Production
   • YouTube
   • Broadcast Production
   • Account Management
   • News Stories
   • Adobe Premiere
   • Creative Development
   • Post-Production Process
   • Color Correction

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   Responsibilities:

   • Create estimates, negotiate music, lead casting searches, schedule sessions with NYC and Boston post production studios.
   • Manage the QA process including test/debug cycles and platform compliance/compatibility testing.
   • Produce, edit, and publish professional advertisement content for the digital cinema industry as pre-show entertainment and web marketing
   • Create and distribute clips with a variety of teams for international promotion.
   • Select and edit stills, video clips and participant bios to be used in interactive website.
   • Produce, edit, and publish professional advertisement content for the digital cinema industry as pre-show entertainment and web marketing

   More broadcast producer duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your broadcast producer job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A broadcast producer can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, broadcast producers' average salary in hawaii is 65% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level broadcast producers 71% less than senior-level broadcast producers.
   • Certifications. A broadcast producer with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a broadcast producer's salary.

   Average broadcast producer salary

   $82,832yearly

   $39.82 hourly rate

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   Entry-level broadcast producer salary

   $44,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

   Average broadcast producer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$143,309	$69
   2	New York	$113,436	$55
   3	District of Columbia	$100,877	$49
   4	Oregon	$85,531	$41
   5	Texas	$80,194	$39
   6	North Carolina	$77,588	$37
   7	Washington	$74,906	$36
   8	Illinois	$71,142	$34
   9	Ohio	$60,459	$29
   10	Alabama	$60,109	$29

   Average broadcast producer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	The Walt Disney Company	$150,157	$72.19	34
   2	Goodby Silverstein & Partners	$114,608	$55.10
   3	Wieden+Kennedy	$107,286	$51.58
   4	Draftfcb	$107,017	$51.45
   5	The Vidal Partnership	$106,752	$51.32
   6	Droga5	$105,390	$50.67
   7	CNN	$99,866	$48.01
   8	Pokémon	$92,279	$44.36	1
   9	Capitol Broadcasting	$81,844	$39.35	1
   10	FINN Partners	$78,029	$37.51
   11	Magna International	$74,791	$35.96
   12	System One	$72,965	$35.08	5
   13	The Ohio State University	$50,918	$24.48
   14	The University of Alabama	$48,088	$23.12

4. Writing a broadcast producer job description

   A broadcast producer job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a broadcast producer job description:

   Broadcast producer job description example

   The Senior Broadcast Producer works independently to bring the storyboard to life. He/she works with the creatives to find the best talent (director, editor, cast, music house, sound engineer, etc.) for the project and manages all aspects of a production job from start to finish. He/she is a liaison for Production among the Creative and Account teams and will manage multiple projects simultaneously. A Senior Producer generates, negotiates and manages the production budget and timeline. A Senior Producer is responsible for teaching and mentoring processes and knowledge to subordinates and within department.
   Responsibilities:
   
   * Manage production jobs such as full-up TV production and other duties as assigned
   
   * Research directors, editors, music companies and all necessary components of a job in
   
   order to match vendors with job objectives and/or creative idea
   
   * Continually pushes the creative to make the work great
   
   * Oversee shoots and editorial and recording sessions
   
   * Negotiate bids with vendors
   
   * Manage costs within budget
   
   * Provide creative input at each stage of production process
   
   * Manage timelines and complete work in accordance with deadlines
   
   * Continually partner with Clients, Creative, Account, and other agency departments as
   
   needed
   
   * Spread knowledge among junior teammates and act as a mentor
   
   * Requirements:
   
   * 7 years of experience within a broadcast or agency environment.
   
   * Bachelor's degree and/or relevant experience required.
   
   * Ability to assess a storyboard and determine project requirements
   
   This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that an employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions, reserving the right to revise the job description at any time.
   
   It is the policy of FCB and any of its affiliates to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. EOE/AA/M/D/V/F.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right broadcast producer for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with broadcast producers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit broadcast producers who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your broadcast producer job on Zippia to find and recruit broadcast producer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit broadcast producers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new broadcast producer

   Once you've selected the best broadcast producer candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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