Marketing/Development
Director of Development and
Public Relations
KUMD Radio, Duluth, MN
KUMD Radio at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) seeks a full-time director of development and public relations beginning on or about April 1, 2008. The University of Minnesota requires that you apply online for this position. For a complete position description and information on how to apply online, visit: employment.umn.edu (requisition #153447). Complete applications will be reviewed beginning Feb. 25, 2008, and will be accepted until the position is filled. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.
Corporate Account Executive
OPB, Portland
Secure underwriting sponsorship from the corporate community and manage client accounts through the full sales cycle. See www.opb.org for additional qualifications and details. Send cover letter, resume & salary history to OPB HR, MS-OR, 7140 SW Macadam Ave., Portland, OR 97219 or hr
opb.org. Screening begins March 10, 2008. EOE.
Technology/Engineering
RF Engineer
KVCR, San Bernardino, CA
Under general supervision, performs specialized technical duties involving the design, installation, operation, maintenance and modification of KVCR-FM and TV transmitters, translators, microwave systems, satellite up/down links and other related Radio Frequency (RF) systems; performs related duties as required. Completion of a bachelor’s degree in electronics coursework, including electronic system design, high voltage systems, digital systems, microprocessors and computers, transmitters and receivers, and antenna systems. Five years’ experience on high-power (30 kw minimum) UHF, liquid-cooled television transmitters, including 2 years’ experience on FM radio transmitters (2 kw minimum); 3 years’ experience climbing and working on self-supported broadcast towers; 2 years’ experience working with broadcast microwave systems. Must possess FCC General Radiotelephone Operators License or an SBE equivalent. Starting salary of $4,507 to $5,478. For full job description and requirements, go to www.sbccdjobs.com. This is a classified position.
Engineering Manager
KCTS, Seattle
KCTS Television is the largest public television station in the Pacific Northwest, reaching over 2 million homes in Washington and British Columbia. Located in the heart of Seattle at Seattle Center, KCTS enhances the quality of life in our communities by providing meaningful programs that inform, involve and inspire. KCTS Television seeks a full-time Engineering Manager to manage a technical facility ensuring operational capability to reach more people, build a strong organization and make a positive impact in the community. If you are a conceptual thinker, have proven leadership and decision-making skills and strive for continuous improvement and learning, please consider KCTS. A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience, 2 years’ management or supervisory experience, 8 years’ experience in broadcast technical services, proven project management experience, and knowledge of digital broadcast systems are required. Experience in transmission systems preferred. Complete job description is located at www.kcts.org/jobs. Qualified candidates, please submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources, KCTS Television, 401 Mercer St., Seattle, WA 98109. E-mail: jobskcts.org. Fax: 206-443-6691. Please reference Job #233 in your subject line. EOE.
Academia
Grad. Associateship Opportunities
WOUB, Athens, OH
The Ohio University School of Telecommunications and the WOUB Center for Public Media in Athens announce graduate associateships for women and persons of color to study public broadcasting in a 12-month (September 2008 to August 2009) M.A. program. Concentrations are available in the following areas: Management and Children’s Programming. Over the year, students receive a total stipend of $15,000 plus tuition waivers for four quarters. Room, board, general expenses, insurance and student fees are the responsibility of the student. The program has been ongoing since 1981 and has trained over 100 public broadcasting professionals to return to a career with specialized skills through course work in the School and professional work at WOUB. Requirements for the program are 2 years of full-time work in public broadcasting and a baccalaureate degree with at least a 2.5 grade point average. Materials are being accepted now. The closing date is March 28, 2008. Contact: Charles Clift at cliftohio.edu.
Graduate Assistantship
Fordham University, Bronx, NY
Fordham University’s M.A. Program in Public Communications seeks qualified applicants to its degree program, including a graduate assistantship at WFUV-FM. Two successful candidates will be accepted into the degree program and a part-time position in one of the following areas: (1) roducer position on the station’s public affairs show, Cityscape. Requires strong writing and production skills, advanced organizational abilities and excellent follow-through. Familiarity with public radio journalism, audio production and New York City issues a plus. (2) Producer position in WFUV’s Music Department. Requires knowledge of contemporary music and AAA format, advanced organizational abilities and excellent follow-through. Audio production or radio experience a plus. Further requirements include strong GRE scores, a 3.2 G.P.A., and a distinguished undergraduate record. The assistantship can carry a full tuition scholarship to complete M.A. studies (12 months) and a stipend of $16,000 for a 20-hour work week at WFUV-FM during the academic year. Jennifer Latham, Director of Academic Programs and Support, Graduate School of Arts & Sciences, Fordham University, 441 E. Fordham Road, Bronx, NY 10458, 718-817-4416, adgsasfordham.edu. EOE.
Production/Programming
Radio Senior Producer
KVCR, San Bernardino, CA
Under direction, plans, organizes, coordinates and oversees various aspects of special radio programs and fundraising events; hosts broadcasts and acts as on-air talent for assigned programs; gathers weather, traffic, breaking news, promos and underwriter information from a variety of sources and broadcasts them on assigned programs. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in telecommunications, journalism, English, fine arts or a related field is required. Three years of experience in producing radio programs. Starting salary of $3,885 to $4,284. For full job description and requirements, go to www.sbccdjobs.com. This is a classified position.
News Director
WFAE-FM, Charlotte, NC
WFAE-FM seeks a News Director to lead our growing news staff. The News Director will manage a team of creative and enterprising reporters and producers who generate NPR-quality news features, spot news and special showcase programming. Candidates should have: strong management skills with demonstrated abilities as a newsroom mentor; a proven ability to help shape and implement a strategic vision; sharp news judgment plus excellent reporting, writing, editing and digital audio production skills; a minimum of 5 years’ broadcast journalism experience; B.A. or B.S. in broadcast field or equivalent experience. This opening is a terrific opportunity to join one of the top news/talk public radio stations in the country. Applications must include cover letter, resume and reporting/anchoring samples and should be sent to: WFAE News Director Search, 8801 J.M. Keynes Drive, Suite 91, Charlotte, NC 28262. Resume, cover letter may be e-mailed to: pstriblingwfae.org. EOE.
Program Director
Aspen Public Radio, Aspen, CO
Aspen Public Radio is seeking an experienced public radio program director. The PD is responsible for the ongoing training and coaching of the on-air staff. Additional responsibilities include arranging for the acquisition and implementation of new programming. The PD must also develop an on-air promotion strategy. The PD will lead the station in switching to a new automation system. The PD oversees all live broadcasts and re-broadcasts of lectures, concerts and panel discussions from the Aspen Institute, the Aspen Music Festival and School, the Aspen Writers’ Foundation and Jazz Aspen Snowmass. The PD will also be instrumental in the development and production of a new weekly one-hour magazine show focused on local public and cultural affairs. The potential exists for some on-air hosting. Located in Colorado’s beautiful Roaring Fork Valley and just blocks away from the Aspen Mountain gondola, Aspen Public Radio is a growing regional presence in western Colorado. Aspen Public Radio offers competitive salaries, although housing throughout the Roaring Fork Valley can be quite expensive. Qualifications/Requirements: Five years’ relevant experience in public radio or commercial broadcasting. Managerial experience preferred and fundraising experience a plus. Experience with on-air automation software such as AudioVault, Enco a plus. (Aspen Public Radio currently uses MacroMedia’s AirForce.) To apply, send a letter, resume and air check to andrewkajx.org. No phone calls, please. Open until filled.
Management/Finance
General Manager
KPFK, Los Angeles
KPFK, 90.7 FM Los Angeles and 98.7 Santa Barbara, a progressive, listener-sponsored radio station in North Hollywood, Calif., and a unit of the Pacifica Foundation, seeks to fill the General Manager position. Visit our website at www.kpfk.org for a complete job listing and application details. Pacifica Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.
Radio Station Manager
WLRH, Huntsville, AL
WLRH Public Radio in Huntsville, AL, (a licensee of APT) has a FT management opening that will be responsible for directing the operations and programming of the radio station. Responsibilities include: developing, implementing, evaluating and modifying program format and concepts; developing and implementing production and programming procedures, financial reports, budget development and forecasting; overseeing station annual fundraising programs; supervising station personnel. Requirements include: B.S. degree in communications, broadcasting, marketing or related field; 3 years’ supervisory experience in broadcast management; extensive knowledge of FCC rules and regulations for radio broadcasting; extensive knowledge of radio programming and production technology and procedures; effective fundraising skills; excellent organization and communication (oral & written) skills. This is a State of Alabama Merit System position. Classification: 30665. Salary range: $48,424.80– $73,766.40. Application form available from the State of Alabama Personnel Dept. website, www.personnel.state. al.us, or by contacting the Personnel Dept., 64 N. Union St., Montgomery, AL 36130-4100, 334-242-3389. Applications must be submitted to the State of Alabama Personnel Dept. by March 26, 2008, to be considered. APT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities and females are encouraged to apply.
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