Job Description:
Responsibilities:
- Host daily jazz music program on WESM
- Track music with promoters and artists and report what gets played to Jazzweek.com
- Audition new releases and acquire music for library.
- Ensure compliance with Music Rights agreements. .
- Produce timely features and interviews with artists for broadcast and website
- Assist with station production needs.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
- BA or BS degree required.
- Three years professional on-air radio experience
- Must have knowledge of Jazz Music
- Knowledge of ENCO automation is a plus.
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Skilled in interviewing and fundraising.
- Skilled in audio production.
- Demonstrated organizational skills
- Knowledge of basic computer.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of ENCO automation is a plus.
Application Process: Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate’s prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umes.peopleadmin.com/postings to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.