About the Role
Newstalk is looking for a creative and driven Producer for The Pat Kenny Show as the show enters an exciting new phase and moves to the weekends. You will lead the production of a multi award winning programme which has reached record high listenership for the station and work alongside one of Ireland’s most respected and renowned broadcasters.
You will collaborate with some of the country’s most experienced broadcasters and content creators, helping to shape compelling radio that connects with our target audience, drives engagement, and has a clear point of difference. The programme will be a key cornerstone of the weekend output with the challenge to drive growth across Saturday and Sunday as the programme did for the weekdays. If that opportunity sounds enticing, we want to hear from you.
The Pat Kenny Show Producer will work Wednesday through Sunday. We offer a hybrid work model, providing the selected candidate with flexibility to work both remotely and in-office.
What You'll Do:
1. Lead production of The Pat Kenny Show as it moves to broadcast on Saturday and Sunday mornings
2. Collaborate with editors, researchers and other production personnel to create engaging audio that resonates with the audience
3. Lead all aspects of production for the show
4. Lead the editorial vision for the programme and forward plan accordingly.
5. Produce live in studio and build a good working relationship with the presenter
6. Generate and develop creative, original and new ideas for the programme
7. Book guests and collate briefing material for the presenter
8. React to breaking news quickly and in an appropriate manner
9. Edit and create imaginative audio pieces for the programme
10. Secure the best guests and on-air exclusives for the programme
11. Other duties as required
What You'll Have:
12. Proven experience in live radio production
13. Strong editorial judgement, particularly in current affairs and talk topics
14. Excellent storytelling, scripting, and audio editing skills
15. Strong leadership skills with an ability to manage a team and collaborate with colleagues across the station
16. Strong planning and organisational skills. A self-starter with an ability to multi-task and work well under pressure and to deadlines
17. Understanding of libel and defamation laws
Before applying, make sure you tick the following boxes:
18. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in a similar role
19. Qualification in journalism or a related discipline
What You'll Get:
20. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Factors taken into account in determining an appropriate scale include the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications relevant to the job.
21. Bauer Media Audio Ireland operates the following benefits for its employees:
22. 23 days annual leave including Good Friday & Christmas Eve (25 in total)
23. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
24. Life cover (4 times your salary)
25. Company contributory pension scheme
26. Paid sick leave - up to 20 days
27. Access (free) to Group account with Webdoctor
28. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
29. Wide range of learning opportunities to support with your Career Development with access to Learning and Development with Bauer Academy and Learning Waves
30. Flexible and Hybrid Working (for relevant roles)
31. Group Discount on Laya Healthcare
32. HSF Healthcare – we fund a health cash back plan for your day-to-day medical expenses.
33. Bike to Work Scheme and Annual Tax Saver Scheme
34. Part of the fun of working in Bauer Media are the regular opportunities to score free tickets!
Applications close on 30 January 2026. We are seeking a candidate who is available to start immediately or as soon as possible.
Bauer Media Audio Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, disability, age, gender expression or sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partnership status or culture. Bauer Media Audio Ireland is committed, where possible, to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
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