Assistant Producer, Absolute Radio

Absolute Radio is home to Real Music Matters. We create high-quality, engaging content across a network of stations reaching more than 5.4 million listeners. As part of a dynamic and passionate programming team, you’ll contribute to delivering distinctive audio that makes a real connection with our 35+ audience.

You’ll be joining a creative and collaborative team that delivers award-winning content across radio, podcasts, digital platforms and live events. Working alongside producers and presenters, you’ll help shape compelling content that entertains, informs and engages listeners every day.

This role is a fantastic entry point into a national radio brand and offers exposure across multiple shows and dayparts, helping to support Absolute Radio’s seven-day output while developing your skills and experience in a fast-paced broadcast environment.

As Assistant Producer, you’ll play a key role in the planning, production and delivery of outstanding audio and multi-platform content for Absolute Radio. Working closely with producers and on-air talent, you’ll bring creative flair, technical expertise and a passion for compelling storytelling across radio and digital platforms.

You’ll support the delivery of live and pre-recorded programming, help create compelling content for broadcast and digital platforms, and work across a variety of projects that strengthen audience engagement and support the continued success of the station.

As Assistant Producer, you’ll work across a range of shows and dayparts, helping to shape and deliver compelling radio and digital content. You’ll be a creative force behind the scenes, supporting both live and pre-recorded programming.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Delivering live studio production support and ensuring smooth, engaging broadcasts.
• Managing and communicating with presenters, guests and contributors during planning and live shows.
• Generating and developing original ideas for features, competitions and interviews.
• Editing pre-recorded audio using Adobe Audition.
• Producing audio content for broadcast and podcast platforms.
• Creating content for both broadcast and social platforms alongside programming, social and digital teams.
• Supporting digital campaigns, commercial initiatives, competitions and promotions.
• Assisting with the planning and delivery of station events, outside broadcasts and remote programming.
• Supporting studio and technical operations for outside broadcasts and remote programming.
• Working across different shows and dayparts as required.
• Creating and scheduling audio using tools such as Zetta and Selector.

• Experience working in a live studio broadcast environment.
• Previous radio production experience, whether in professional, community or student radio environments.
• Excellent audio editing skills, particularly using Adobe Audition.
• Experience with radio playout systems such as Zetta and music scheduling software such as Selector, or the ability to quickly learn new systems.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• A clear and confident communication style, with the ability to work closely with presenters, guests and colleagues.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt quickly to changing situations.
• An understanding of the Absolute Radio brand, its music and what resonates with a 35+ audience.
• The ability to work independently, manage your time effectively and take a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Passion, authenticity, creativity and a collaborative approach to working with others.

This is a full-time, permanent role based in London. The working pattern is Sunday - Thursday. Flexibility in working hours, including…