Radio Production Assistant - Cameron University

POSTED JOB TITLE: KCCU RADIO PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

Join the fun and close-knit team within an organization that cares about its people. At KCCU, you'll join an amazing team of mission-driven and value-oriented individuals who support the mission of KCCU Radio by coordinating and distributing national and local radio content and ensuring the technical operations of a 24/7 radio station are maintained.

Job Description: The Production Assistant develops and executes local broadcast and non-broadcast productions. This hands-on position includes producing and production responsibilities for various programs and platforms.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• This position has many responsibilities. Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Create and produce Public Service Announcements and Promos. Transfer information into traffic logs.
• Responsible for writing, editing, voicing and producing audio content for on-air fundraising, underwriting announcements and promotional campaigns.
• Participate in on-air and fundraising activities and productions, which occur periodically throughout the year.
• Oversee the production of local programs or projects as assigned.
• Assist with the interviewing and production of weekly public affairs programs and ensure content maintains the highest standards of journalistic integrity and editorial excellence.
• Responsible for completing daily radio traffic logs.
• Work with the Underwriting Director to assist with Allegiance traffic and billing software.
• Assist with the run of monthly affidavits for billing to underwriting clients - making sure all spots aired per each contract. Send monthly affidavits for clients to the accounting department for billing.
• Every three months complete the required FCC Quarterly Program Topic Reports
• Assists in overseeing and coordinating the continuous, multifaceted day-to-day operations of radio operations, ensuring compliance with FCC standards, and relevant federal and state laws and regulations.
• Assist with managing the KCCU website, editing and curating stories.
• Must cross-train within the team.
• Perform other duties that are assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to effectively problem solve and multitask multiple projects at once.
• Interpersonal skills suitable for interactions with managers, staff, clients, and listeners.
• Knowledge of digital audio workstations (Adobe Audition) and audio production and editing.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• A positive and energetic style, with high integrity, strong work ethic, and ownership of outcomes
• Be organized and able to create systems to accomplish an excellent on-air sound.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in radio or communication-related fields.
• Two years of experience in radio with an emphasis on operations.
• Experience with network audio consoles.
• Experience in FCC broadcast regulations and identifications as well as on-air requirements.

SALARY RANGE:
Commensurate with education and experience.

APPLYING:
Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to the position, resume, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point), names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.

INSTITUTION:
Cameron University (www.cameron.edu) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University’s Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at www.cameron.edu/ops.

DEADLINE:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, only candidates whose applications are received by September 16, 2024, are assured of receiving full consideration.

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