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OPENING: KUSP SANTA CRUZ, OPERATIONS DIRECTOR/ON-AIR HOST
KUSP Santa Cruz has an opening for Operations Director/On-Air Host.
General Description: This position serves as the regular local host for KUSP's afternoon news magazine programs that include Marketplace, All Things Considered, and Fresh Air. The position is responsible for audio production work, including producing continuity breaks for other programming. Additionally the position maintains KUSP's technical records, develops and reviews programming logs and oversees operation of the technical systems that provide KUSP's content. This is a full-time hourly position with a comprehensive benefits package. Starting wage is $17.25 per hour.

Duties:
• Station Operations:
- Edit, distribute, correct and reconcile KUSP’s daily programming logs and station technical logs. Maintain log archives and public inspection files according to requirements of FCC and other agencies.
- Ensure station facilities and broadcast systems are secure and in good working order.
- Act as primary interface with KUSP's Content Depot subscriptions; ensure currency of programs and promos in digital audio library; maintain and provide support when necessary for program streams and program capture systems.
- Build, populate and maintain KUSP's program playlists.
- Ensure program and signal continuity; monitor broadcast and alerts from content providers and distributors and respond to impairments.
- Act as primary on-call staff member for station operational issues and emergency situations.

• On-Air Host:
- Deliver on-air breaks during magazine programs. This includes reading underwriting and promotional announcements, compiling and reading weather forecasts and traffic reports, giving away tickets and CDs during phone-in contests, and making transitions between live and recorded programs.
- Provide personable radio delivery that is consistent from day to day.
- Produce recorded on-air breaks for broadcast at later times under automatic control.
- Produce program promos and other radio programming using digital audio workstations and audio storage systems. Coordinate promo use by on-air staff.
- Select and repurpose program promos for social media networks on a daily basis.
- As needed, assist with editing and final production for broadcast of KUSP news reports.
- Respond to listener inquiries by phone during on-air shift.
- Ensure proper technical operation of KUSP during on-air shift, including digital audio storage and transmission systems.
- Ensure programming during on-air shift complies with FCC regulations and KUSP policies. Coach other on-air staff to maintain compliance throughout the schedule.
- Maintain logs and records of station operation during on-air shift and report problems encountered to responsible station personnel.
- In collaboration with sponsorship and programming staff, use logs, printed and produced materials to implement KUSP’s underwriting, station communications, public service and promotional strategies.
- Participate in on-air fundraising and assist fundraisers through air-room support and management of Content Depot subscriptions and production.

Qualifications:
• Three to five years on-air radio experience, including announcing and production.
• Familiarity with best practices in public radio hosting, as developed by the Morning Edition Grad School and other industry initiatives.
• Familiarity with conventions of public radio and FCC rules.
• Familiarity with digital audio production and playback systems, IP-based digital audio systems, Windows networks, database systems, and radio broadcast infrastructure.
• Ability to manage a large and diverse set of deadline driven daily tasks.
• Ability to makes news judgments independently.
• Experience in a work environment with lots of public contact and a diverse workforce.

How to Apply:
Send a cover letter; resume; a demo tape, CD, or links to your on-line audio samples (physical media will not be returned); and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references to: Operations/On-Air Search, KUSP, 203 8th Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95062. KUSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Central Coast is a culturally and ethnically diverse area and we encourage applications from people who will help us reflect that diversity. For more information, contact KUSP Director of News, Talk and Information J.D. Hillard at 831.476.2800, or send e-mail. Send application materials to: Operations/On-Air Search, KUSP, 203 8th Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95062



OPENING: WXPN PHILADELPHIA, PRODUCTION ASSISTANT/PART-TIME ON-AIR HOST
WXPN Philadelphia has a current opening for a Production Assistant and Part-Time On-Air Host.

Duties
The Production Assistant is the primary producer of various WXPN pre-recorded material for broadcast. Duties include editing content, creating promotional and imaging spots, archiving audio, as well as entering new songs into the RCS system. S/he also serves as main board operator during the station's live remote broadcasts, on-air fund drives, and during the daily children's program, Kids Corner. Additionally, s/he will serve as on-air host during weekends and as fill in host during weekdays as necessary.

Qualifications
High school diploma and some specialized production training, with at least 2-3 years of on-air hosting and radio production, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required. Familiarity with public radio is highly preferred as is an appreciation for eclectic contemporary music programming. The candidate must have experience working with some form of a digital editor, SAW preferred. The ideal candidate will have sound editorial judgment, and the ability to work both independently and take direction.

Reference No.: 111231950
Level: 023
Employment Type: Non-Exempt, Full Time
Hours: 11am-8pm and weekends

How To Apply
•Applicants must complete an online application through the University of Pennsylvania Online Employment System on the Jobs @ Penn website. You can search open positions by entering the above job reference no., create a profile, and submit the requested information.
•Send a 3-5 minute aircheck to: Dan Reed, c/o WXPN-FM, 3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA. 19104
•No phone calls, please.
Deadline for Applications: Friday, January 20, 2012

The University of Pennsylvania is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer (posted 1/10/12) 



OPENING: WSGE DALLAS NC, OPERATIONS MANAGER
WSGE Dallas NC has an opening for an Operations Manager. Job Description: Provide assistance to the Station Manager in the coordination of all on-air materials for broadcast by utilizing talent, technology, and national programming. Oversee the continuous operation of the station, 24 hours per day. Monitor and maintain production equipment. Work with engineer to solve technical problems. Program the station’s automation system for unattended operation. Manage and record programming from National Public radio and other noncommercial sources. Train staff and volunteers in studio operations. Plan and carry out remote broadcasts. Serve as an on-air announcer. Oversee imaging for the station. Assist with station membership drives and other fundraising activities.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in broadcasting, mass communications, or related field required. Three years of full-time experience in radio programming required. Excellent written and verbal skills. Experience and competency in computer operations including digital audio (Adobe Audition & IMediaTouch Broadcast Automation and Production software), and Music Master or Selector music scheduling software required. Knowledge and appreciation of diverse music genres, excellent on-air performance, familiarity with public radio programming. An air check is required; applicants must submit air check on compact disc or mp3 at time of application. For consideration, applicants must submit a Gaston College application for employment, cover letter, resume, transcripts (student copies acceptable at time of application), an aircheck CD or MP3 file, and a listing of references on a separate sheet. A resume may not be used in place of an application for employment. Application materials must be mailed or personally delivered. Emailed and faxed applications are not accepted. Send application and materials to: Gaston College, Human Resources, 201 Highway 321 South, Dallas, NC 28034. For the Gaston College employment application and more information, please visit http://www.gaston.edu/employment/index.php.
(Posted 1/3/12)



OPENING: KVMR NEVADA CITY, CA, MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR
KVMR is a listener-supported, non-commercial radio station serving the northern Sierra foothills and Sacramento Valley at 89.5FM and 105.1FM in Truckee. The Membership Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of maintaining a strong membership program. The Membership coordinator will oversee the planning and implementation of an annual fund raising campaign that includes, but is not limited to on-air pledge drives, direct mail campaigns, and on-line giving. In addition the coordinator plans and implements membership events andparticipates in the planning, advertising and promotion of all membership events and activities. Additional responsibilities include: Customer service, database software management, annual revenue planning, and volunteer training and management and staff supervision. This position reports to the Development Director. For more information, visit KVMR. To apply, please submit letter of interest and resume to:

KVMR
Att: Briana Ezzell, Development Dir.
401 Spring Street
Nevada City, CA 95959
development 
(530) 265-9073 FAX (530) 265-9077 (Posted 12/6/11)



OPENING: KCMP/THE CURRENT MINNEAPOLIS, MUSIC ASSISTANT AND LOCAL MUSIC ASSISTANT
KCMP/89.3 The Current Minneapolis is accepting applications for two new positions: music assistant and local music assistant. Visit americanpublicmedia.iapplicants.com for more information. (Posted 12/6/11)



OPENING: KEXP SEATTLE, SOFTWARE ENGINEER
KEXP (90.3) Seattle is seeking to fill this full-time, exempt position responsible for championing the KEXP listener by developing a superior set of online services geared towards the discovery of music and artists. Apply here. (Posted 11/7/11)