How do I become a radio producer
Get qualified to work as a radio producer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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Common questions
In Australia, a full time Radio Producer generally earns $1,300 per week ($67,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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The number of people working as a Radio Producer has grown strongly in recent years. There are currently 14,100 people working in this job role in Australia. Radio Producers usually work in larger towns and cities where radio stations are located.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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If you’re thinking of beginning a career as a Radio Producer, you could enrol in a Diploma of Music Industry. You could also consider furthering your studies with an Advanced Diploma of Music Industry.
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A Radio Producer coordinates the production of radio programs. You’ll work with radio announcers to come up with topics to discuss on-air and you may have to find people to be interviewed on the radio. Radio Producers might prepare scripts to be read on-air, record pieces to be played during a program or source music and other soundbites to use as part of a radio program. You might work on a particular radio show or you might be part of several different programs.
To be a Radio Producer you’ll need to be creative and be aware of news and current affairs. You’ll have to be organised and be able to work on multiple tasks at once. Radio Producers should be excellent communicators and be able to work as part of a larger team. You’ll have to be flexible and be able to complete your tasks quickly when required.
