Assistant Program Director / On-Air Host, Life 97.3, Kdnw (Duluth, MN)

Life 97.3, KDNW, a Northwestern Media station near the beautiful shores of Lake Superior in Duluth, MN, exists to reach listeners with the message of God's compelling love and hope. As Assistant Program Director / On-Air Host you would fill the vital role of helping shape the on-air content of Life 97.3 and impact our listening audience with an engaging music show.

If you know what it takes to create and execute a strategic plan; you have the personality to contribute to a fun and uplifting environment; and you're passionate about serving our amazing listeners, you may be just who we're looking for!

Please include a link to your air-check/media sample with your application (preferred) or email a file separately to jobs@unwsp.edu

What will I do in this position?

Essential job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

ASSISTANT PROGRAM DIRECTOR (50%)

• Help Lead and develop on air team by assisting Program Director with coaching sessions for all air talent; attend staff air-checks sessions as needed; provide regular ongoing feedback, encouragement, and affirmation of on-air staff; communicate regularly with coach and Program Director on direction for coaching the on-air team.

• Assist in overseeing audio production and creation of station imaging as directed by Program Director.

• Help lead the scripting team for production elements working with scripting team on all production elements and obtaining final approval from PD on scripts.

• Assistant with maintaining weekly EAS logging and testing as well as staff training.

• Work with PD to ensure FCC Compliance, maintaining Online Public File (OLPF) for all KDNW stations.

• Assist with the review and approval of business underwriting copy for non-commercial sound, perception, and FCC Compliance.

• Learn Zetta Clocks & Logs to assist PD with programming duties as needed.

• Assist with coverage during staff absences & voice track scheduling.

• Write liners weekly with Engagement Director and distribute to staff.

• Work closely with PD to audition selections of on-air music possibilities and assist with weekly music selection.

• Learn GSelector to schedule music for the network with efficiency and excellence.

• Assist with Day Sponsor production.

ON-AIR (50%)

• Host air shifts as directed which includes show prep (gathering relevant topics/stories) for air shifts.

• Regularly engage with listeners via social media sites.

• Represent station at live events as assigned.

• Serve as back-up for other air shifts as needed.

Secondary job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist with fundraiser activities as requested.

• Attend industry related events and pursue additional development opportunities.

• Represent KDNW at churches, concerts and organizations as requested.

• Schedule and interview artists/listeners/other guests; editing/producing related audio as needed.

• Assist with or host podcasts as assigned.

• Assist with miscellaneous departmental duties as requested.

What will it take to succeed in this position?

Minimum Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred

• Previous broadcasting, public speaking, or related experience required

• Continually nurture a personal relationship with Jesus Christ; serve as a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintain a kind, Christ-like attitude in dealing with and ministering to people within and outside of Northwestern; and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern's mission, doctrinal statement, and Declaration of Christian Community.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact with a variety of individuals in a professional, kind, and tactful manner

• Ability to plan and execute an entertaining air shift incorporating production elements and promos

• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule and host and/or attend station events as requested

• Ability to work in both a team environment and independently, without close supervision

• Creative, self-starter with ability to work in an organized fashion

• Ability to complete projects accurately within predetermined deadlines

• Knowledge and understanding of legal and technical aspects of broadcasting

• Excellent public speaking skills with ability to effectively communicate spiritual truths

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively communicate spiritual truths

• Basic to intermediate computer proficiency

• Ability to secure and maintain a current driver's license

• Ability to pass a background check upon hire and periodically throughout the course of employment

Work Environment:

The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian owned and operated radio station, alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern and an agreement to abide by all University policies.

What are the benefits of working at Northwestern?

In addition to being part of a compelling, meaningful mission, we have benefits we believe set us apart from other employers.

For example we have:

• Generous health, dental and other insurance benefits

• Excellent Paid Time Off plan

• Twelve-plus paid holidays per year

• Tuition benefits for employees and their families

• Company retirement contributions