Jazz, Host and Producer

Temple University • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Temple University's WRTI 90.1 FM is seeking a full-time Jazz Host and Producer to champion music as a vital cultural resource. The role involves executing on-air hosting and production for scheduled programs, creating content aligned with WRTI's mission and DEI agenda, and participating in fundraising initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in broadcasting, humanities, or related fields.
• At least three (3) years on-air radio experience including music selection, scripting continuity breaks, and announcing jazz music.
• An equivalent combination of jazz music education, performance, and broadcast experience may be considered.
• Strong knowledge of jazz music periods, composers, major works, and artists.
• Experience with radio automation, playback, and other studio equipment (Wide Orbit preferred).
• Experience with audio editing software (Adobe Audition preferred).
• Experience with music scheduling software (Music Master preferred).
• Experience conducting interviews and producing segments for broadcast.
• Strong writing skills.
• Experience in on-air fundraising.
• Experience hosting live remotes.

Nice To Haves

• Social media experience.
• Experience producing multimedia content.
• Experience producing digital content for multiple platforms.
• Familiarity and comfort with foreign languages (especially Spanish, Portuguese, French, and German).

Responsibilities

• Execute essential functions of on-air host and producer for scheduled programs.
• Create on-air and digital content supporting WRTI's music strategy.
• Produce broadcast content for underwriting, fundraising, and promotions.
• Participate in on-air fundraising and respond to listener correspondence.
• Make station appearances for fundraising and promotions.
• Act as project manager for broadcast initiatives and special projects.
• Assist in music programming and scheduling as necessary.
• Support the Associate GM and Jazz Music Director with best practices and training for hosts.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
• Tuition remission for eligible employees and their dependents
• A generous retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree