Highlights
The incumbent works closely with artists, venue personnel, community partners, and KPR staff to deliver professional radio and digital media content while maintaining reliable operation of broadcast and assistive listening equipment. The Broadcast Production & Engineering Technician supports the production, recording, editing, and distribution of high-quality audio and video content for KPR and provides technical support for Audio-Reader services.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Lawrence, KS |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Salary | $45,000–$50,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 11 - 50 |
| Year Founded | 1952 |
| Headquarters | Lawrence, KS, US |
| Website | https://kansaspublicradio.org |
Description
Kansas Public Radio (KPR) and Audio-Reader, service organizations offered by the University of Kansas and serving a large portion of Kansas and Missouri, are in search of a Broadcast Production & Engineering Technician. The Broadcast Production & Engineering Technician supports the production, recording, editing, and distribution of high-quality audio and video content for KPR and provides technical support for Audio-Reader services. This position combines broadcast production, field recording, equipment maintenance, listener support, and broadcast engineering assistance. The incumbent works closely with artists, venue personnel, community partners, and KPR staff to deliver professional radio and digital media content while maintaining reliable operation of broadcast and assistive listening equipment. The position requires technical expertise in multimedia production, familiarity with broadcast systems and software, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently in studio, field, and transmitter-site environments. The position is supervised by the KPR and Audio-Reader Director of Engineering. Application review begins on 11/9/2026 and applicants are encouraged to apply by 11/8/2026, with the option to remain available until a pool of qualified applicants is identified.
Job Responsibilities
50% BROADCAST RECORDING, PRODUCTION & CONTENT CREATION
- Record live musical performances and special events for radio broadcast and digital distribution via KPR platforms, including YouTube and social media channels.
- Set up, operate, and troubleshoot professional audio and video recording equipment in both studio and remote environments.
- Produce professional-quality audio and video content consistent with public radio broadcast standards.
- Perform post-production editing, mixing, mastering, and quality control using professional digital media production (Pro tools, Premiere, etc.) software.
- Record weekly live performances at regional venues, including locations such as Johnson County Community College.
- Edit and prepare recorded content for use as regularly scheduled broadcast programming.
- Publish finalized content for radio, web, social media, and digital platforms.
- Maintain organized archives of recorded programming and production assets.
20% AUDIO-READER RECEIVER OPERATIONS & TECHNICAL SUPPORT
- Process shipping and receiving of Audio-Reader sub-carrier radio receivers.
- Maintain inventory records and equipment tracking systems.
- Re-program, re-crystal, repair, refurbish, and test radio receivers for redistribution.
- Monitor quality of broadcast in coordination with Program Director and Outreach Coordinator.
- Diagnose and resolve listener reception issues in coordination with the Outreach Coordinator.
- Respond to listener inquiries regarding equipment operation and signal reception.
- Maintain equipment readiness and ensure quality standards for deployed receivers.
20% BROADCAST ENGINEERING SUPPORT
- Assist the Director of Engineering with maintenance, repair, and operation of KPR and Audio-Reader broadcast systems.
- Maintain and troubleshoot studio equipment and support technical infrastructure.
- Accompany the Director of Engineering on visits to transmitter and remote broadcast facilities.
- Assist with equipment installations, repairs, upgrades, and preventive maintenance activities.
- Maintain equipment inventories and asset records.
- Evaluate and recommend equipment purchases and technical improvements.
- Perform minor repairs on office equipment and technical systems.
- Assist with movement and installation of equipment, furniture, and other physical assets.
10% OTHER DUTIES
- Represent KPR and Audio-Reader at community outreach and public engagement events.
- Participate in special projects and engineering initiatives as assigned.
- Serve in an on-call capacity to support operational continuity and emergency response needs.
- Provide technical support for fundraising activities.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Position Requirements/Working Conditions
- Combination of office, studio, event venue, workshop, and outdoor work environments with frequent travel between locations.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Excellent visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses, including the ability to distinguish colors.
- Acceptable ability to hear the full range of human detectable sound without electronic assistance (as evidenced during interview process).
- Exposure to varying weather conditions while working at transmitter sites and remote broadcast locations.
- Evening and weekend work may be required to support live performance recordings and special events.
- Respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.
- Lift, carry, push, and pull equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation.
- Climb ladders and work at elevated locations, including rooftops, with or without accommodation.
- Willingness to work in transmitter buildings and confined spaces.
- Operate tools and technical equipment safely and effectively.
Required Qualifications
- Associate or technical degree in Broadcasting, Engineering, Electronic Technology or related field OR High school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience that includes:
- Minimum one (1) year of full-time experience, or equivalent, using professional audio editing software such as Adobe Audition, Nuendo, Pro Tools, or similar applications.
- Minimum one (1) year of experience working with operating systems, digital media production software, and web-based technologies.
- Minimum 6 months experience performing basic electrical or electronic repair work.
- Experience troubleshooting electronic, audio, and broadcast equipment.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills (as evidenced through application materials and work history).
- Demonstrated initiative, dependability, and strong work ethic, as evidenced by application materials and work history.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in broadcasting, audio production, engineering, telecommunications, or related fields.
- Experience in broadcast engineering, including both high-power and low-power FM transmission systems.
- Experience with industrial electrical systems, including three-phase power and conduit installations.
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing broadcast equipment and radio receivers at the component level.
- Experience with video production, editing, and multimedia content distribution.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A strong sense of curiosity and a desire to continuously learn.
- Knowledge of broadcast audio production techniques, standards, and workflows.
- Proficiency with digital audio workstations and audio editing software.
- Knowledge of video production and post-production techniques.
Benefits
Paid Time-Off, Retirement / Pension Plans, Paid Sick Days, Flexible Spending Accounts, Parental Paid Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision
About Company
Kansas Public Radio is a public radio stationed located in Lawrence, KS an licensed by the University of Kansas. This National Public Radio (NPR) member station airs NPR news as well as talk programs and a wide variety of music, including classical, jazz, folk and exotica music. Kansas Public Radio strives to provide the highest quality arts and information programming that inspires, enlightens and entertains an increasing number of listeners.