University of South Florida · 16 hours ago
Classical Music Program Host
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$50K/yr - $60K/yr
2+ years expThe University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving a diverse student population. They are seeking a Classical Music Program Host to serve as an on-air local radio host and help produce digital content, engage with the community, and represent the station at various events.
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Responsibilities
Serve as an on-air host for live and pre-recorded classical music shifts; knowledgeable about classical music; sharing on-air it's history along with news/events connected with present-day musicians and composers; keep WSMR listeners connected to classical music and arts-related events in the community; prepare scripts for live interviews and conduct live and recorded interviews with composers, musicians, and conductors; be comfortable hosting on the radio as well, in front of an audience and in front of a camera
Participate in station fundraising initiatives, including: on-air fundraising campaigns; in-person station fundraising events, including one-on-one meetings with major donors; online fundraising initiatives; and collaborating with community partners on fundraising initiatives
Regularly contribute digital content to increase audience engagement on station platforms; contribute to station program production that includes live or produced programming, special or ongoing podcast production, and promotional materials for air and for web. Provide voice-over work for WUSF Public Media
Represent WUSF Public Media in different venues that include on-site and remote locations across the Tampa Bay region, which may include representing WSMR at major donor events, live on-stage hosting, and introduction of concerts. They engage with the audience on social media and digital platforms, including video
Work with student interns, helping them learn all aspects of the operations of a classical music radio production
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Music, Communications, or a related field and two years of directly related experience; or a Master's degree in the field listed above
Four years of experience as a host, preferably a music programming host, on a broadcast station/podcast, or a combination of education and experience may substitute for the Bachelor's degree
Preferred
The preferred candidate will demonstrate a deep knowledge of classical music, which may include formal education/training or professional experience
This position requires the ability to run a Broadcast Console (familiarity with Axia consoles is preferable)
An understanding and ability to work with Zetta Radio Automation Software
Adobe Automation Editing software
Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
Medical, dental and life insurance plans
Retirement plan options
Employee and dependent tuition programs
Generous leave
Hundreds of employee perks and discounts
Company
University of South Florida
University of South Florida is a public research university located in Tampa, Florida.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$170.33MKey Investors
The Duke Energy FoundationNational Institute of Standards and TechnologyFederal Railroad Administration
2024-09-17Grant· $0.07M
2024-04-03Grant· $0.2M
2023-09-25Grant· $17.07M
Leadership Team
Sidney Fernandes
CIO and Vice President Digital Experiences
Shilen Patel
Trustee
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