Job Overview: 

This is a full-time nonexempt position. The KHUM Program Director oversees all functions and management of the station. The Program Director (PD) will maintain KHUM’s respect and relevance within the community by engaging with KHUM’s large and diverse audience, and curating Humboldt’s unique musical tastes. A successful PD will be able to work in a team setting or alone and have positive interactions with all staff affiliated with KHUM. Supporting upper management in the continued effort to grow listenership is essential to the position. The Program Director doubles as the Music Director. The Program director doubles as the Music Director.

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Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience.

• Management experience preferred.

• Demonstrated knowledge of radio broadcasting.

• Demonstrated knowledge of audio editing & production.

• Knowledge of the local community, Humboldt County and surrounding areas.

• Strong understanding and use of major social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

• Knowledge and passion of the music and history of the station’s chosen format.

• Knowledge of radio promotions.

• Reliable transportation.

• Strong desire to strengthen our local community. 

• Demonstrated strong computer skills.

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

• Creativity and outside the box thinking. 

• Strong problem-solving skills.

• Self-starter, comfortable working alone or within a group.

• Excellent listening, organization and time management skills.

• Work as a team with multiple departments such as programming and sales.

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, orally and in writing.

• Able to take constructive criticism.

• Maintain professionalism in all aspects of the job, including dealing with the public.

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.

• Ability to use hands for operating the studio board.

• Ability to speak English fluently.

• Able to lift 50 lbs.

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Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform the duties of Radio DJ:

  • Curate an entertaining and engaging radio show within the station’s format.

  • Host special features and shows approved by the Program Director.

  • Inform listeners of local, national, and global current affairs.

  • Engage professionally with fans both in and out of the studio.

  • Monitor and control station functions.

  • Conduct interviews with scheduled guests on relevant topics of interest to listener base.

  • Voice client commercials and company promotional spots.

  • Collaborate with station staff on creative writing and station programming.

  • Answer the request lines.

  • Make social media posts.

• Perform the duties of Station Manager:

  • Manage the station’s on-air staff.

    • Set schedules and approved time off requests for station’s on-air staff.

    • Assign tasks to station’s on-air staff.

  • Monitor DJ radio shows.

  • Schedule and approve relevant interviews and guests.

  • Manage and oversee the station’s social media accounts.

  • Create and manage station promotional materials.

  • Update station website with current information about station promotions, contests, news, advertising and other items of interest.

  • Actively monitor all station equipment to keep in working order.

• Perform the duties of Music Director:

  • Plan and schedule music.

  • Review new music submissions.

  • Maintain format relevant playlists.

• Plan and execute all programming for the station with the goal of creating an individual and unique sound for the specific format.  

• Plan and execute station promotions in collaboration with sales and management.

• Work to further the station’s goals and the company’s mission.

• Available night and weekends for remote broadcasts or special events on an ad hoc basis.

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Wage: $18-$21/hour

How to Apply:

To be considered for the job send resume, cover letter, and an air-check to Hiring@lostcoastcommunications.com.

Candidates that do not have an air-check will not be considered. 

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Lost Coast Communications, Inc is an E.O.E.