CJSW Radio, the University of Calgary Student Radio Society, is looking for a Spoken Word Coordinator to oversee the news and spoken word department at the station, one of Canada’s most established and respected campus/community radio stations.

The successful candidate for the Spoken Word Coordinator position should have a thorough knowledge and broad appreciation for all types of and styles of original content creation.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Reports to the Program Director.
• Train volunteers of varying experience in every aspect of producing broadcast-worthy content.
• Develop spoken word and news content for FM broadcast and online exclusive broadcast.
• Develop ideas and coordinating production of CJSW’s pre-recorded original content programming.
• Act as liaison between CJSW and campus and community partners to develop content opportunities.
• Assist in the production of original content.
• Evaluate existing CJSW programs and developing new content ideas with volunteers and staff.
• Ensure CRTC regulations are met and best journalistic practices are present in all spoken word content.
• Post content to cjsw.com, iTunes and Soundcloud.
• Promote syndication of CJSW’s original content for use by other organizations.
• Engage and lead volunteers to produce specialty programming (election coverage, documentaries, etc.).
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A comprehensive understanding and appreciation of campus/community radio and a deep knowledge of all varieties of non-commercial news and spoken word radio/podcasting.
• Ability to critically assess potential news stories and interviews in an ethical and timely manner.
• Journalism training/experience and documentary production experience are assets.
• Self-motivated and willing to initiate and projects.
• Experience with Logic audio editing software is essential.
• Experience working with and inspiring volunteers to create informative and entertaining programming.
• Being an open-minded individual, creative thinker and excellent communicator.
• A progressive attitude, good stress management, multi-tasking and organization skills are a must.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite an asset.
• Familiarity with various social media platforms is an asset.
• Web development experience is an asset.
• A post-secondary education is an asset.

In return for your extraordinary talents, we offer a fun, one-of-a-kind environment, a decent salary and some lovely benefits.

Application Deadline: Monday, July 9, 2018
Position Start Date: As soon as possible

Please apply by sending your resume, cover letter, and links to three separate pieces of audio produced by the applicant to manager@cjsw.com under the message title of Spoken Word Coordinator Job Posting.

CJSW 90.9FM broadcasts from Treaty 7 Territory. We are grateful to be on the traditional territory of the Blackfoot, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, and the Kainai. Treaty 7 is also home to the Tsuut’ina, the Stoney Nakoda and Métis Nation of Alberta (Region III).

Files

• 2018 Spoken Word Coordinator PDF