Radio Producer – Radio 1
RTÉ is Ireland's national public\-service media organisation. We are currently undertaking an ambitious and exciting 5\-year transformation strategy to update the way we run the organisation. Our mission is to serve as an independent source of stories, news, information and entertainment for Ireland, reflecting the diversity of its people and providing experiences that enrich the lives of all.
This sense of purpose motivates us to deliver to the highest standards in an environment that is collaborative, supportive, and engaging. Attracting and retaining the best content creators is key to delivering for listeners.
Meet the team:
RTÉ Audio’s portfolio reaches over 2 million listeners every week across RTÉ Radio 1, 2FM, Lyric fm, Raidió na Gaeltachta, and Digital Audio, making it the most listened to radio group in Ireland.
RTÉ Radio 1 is Ireland's biggest radio station reaching 1\.3 million listeners every week and we’re in the middle of an ambitious strategy to increase our audience share in the 35 to 54 age group.
We're seeking an experienced and dynamic Radio Producer, with significant experience in current affairs, to join us in informing, entertaining and challenging our audiences on some of the most listened to programmes in the country on our weekday and weekend schedules.
About the role:
If successful in your application, you will:* Drive and produce compelling and engaging content across all Radio 1 platforms with a specific focus on our target audience of 35\- to 54\-year\-olds
- Set the agenda and break stories in a competitive audio landscape
- Source new and diverse voices to contribute to our output
- Amplify our content across all platforms by liaising with our social and press teams
- Bring a motivated, courageous and energetic dynamism to the programme team
- Instinctive knowledge of how to reach our target demographic
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Be able to manage change and push boundaries
- Ability to generate engaging and stimulating content daily
- Can think beyond linear and embrace cross platform opportunities
- Capacity to work collaboratively with Editors and programme team colleagues
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Be solutions focused and flexible
- Have a strong understanding of live audio production and the ability to be innovative and creative in this area
- Awareness of legislative and regulatory requirements
If you are interested in applying for this exciting opportunity, please submit:* your CV
- a paper (max 500 words) on your plan for a new one\-hour early morning weekend current affairs programme on Radio 1\. Please include your choice of presenter(s), content for one edition of the new series and a proposed running order.
This appointment will be made on a 2\-year fixed term full time contract basis, on the Radio Producer salary range from €54,661 gross per annum to €85,602 gross per annum.
Closing date for receipt of applications is: Friday 12th June 2026.
Cuirfear fáilte roimh iarratais ó dhaoine go bhfuil dearcadh dearfach acu i leith na Gaeilge. Applications are welcome from people who have a positive outlook to Irish.
Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do – both on\-screen and behind the scenes. We are committed to building a more inclusive environment and tackling under\-representation while embedding inclusion at every stage of the employee journey.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, social experience, race and ethnicity, disability, civil and family status, religious belief and membership of the Traveller Community.
We are eager to provide reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with any kind of disability. Should you wish to request accommodation for your interview, we encourage you to let us know when you apply.
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