Radio Talk Show Producer

WORT 89.9 FM, Madison, WI

Part-time radio talk show producer at WORT 89.9 FM in Madison, WI, 16 hours per week, Monday to Friday 11 AM to 2 PM, starting at $20 per hour. The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record. Work is on site with a casual dress code, and the role includes booking guests, on-air assistance, and audio editing.

What the posting says about criminal records

The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record.

Last checked Oct 17, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.

Overview

WORT 89.9 FM is hiring a Talk Producer for its noon-hour daily call-in show, A Public Affair. The producer books and pre-interviews guests, assists during live broadcasts, screens listener calls, and posts edited interviews to the station website and podcast feed. The position is permanent part-time at 16 hours per week and reports to the News Director.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of current affairs and contemporary discourse
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize competing and shifting priorities
• Commitment to quality independent journalism
• Resident of Madison able to travel to the radio station

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off

Job details

Location

Madison, WI

Pay

$20 per hour

Job type

Part-time

Industry

Other

Posted

Sep 25, 2026

Drug test

Not stated