Student Assistant - WOLF Radio Assistant Program Director Job at Inside Higher E

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Location: UWG Recruiting Location
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 283499

About Us

Since 1906, the University of West Georgia (UWG) has been home to those who seek a transformative college experience. UWG is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university that offers a broad undergraduate and graduate curriculum based on a liberal arts foundation. Nestled among the pines on a picturesque 645 acres is the University of West Georgia - a hidden gem approximately 40 miles west of Atlanta. Serving approximately 13,000 students, and offering more than 100 programs, UWG is committed to advancing innovative academic programs and a student-centered business model. Perennially ranked by U.S. News & World Report, the Princeton Review, and Colleges of Distinction as a top national university, West Georgia offers 86 fields of study, including business, computing, nursing, education, STEM, communication and digital media, social sciences, and the fine and performing arts. UWG generates a regional economic impact of more than $650 million annually and provides a safe, quality, and affordable university experience that connects students to post-graduate career and leadership opportunities. UWG has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for its institutional commitment to community engagement through teaching, research and creative activities, and public service. West Georgia is one of only 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the elective classification in 2020 and is among only 359 institutions nationally. Dedicated to creating a first-choice university for students, alumni, employees, and communities, UWG seeks employees who will advance and support the University's mission of fulfilling the talent needs of western Georgia and the Atlanta metropolitan area, while contributing to the social, cultural, and economic development of the region and state.

Living in Carrollton, "The City of Dreams," offers the advantages of city life with a small-town vibe. This progressive community with Southern flair offers plenty of shopping, restaurants, nightlife opportunities, and cultural events. Named a City of Excellence in Georgia and listed as one of the 50 Best Small Southern Towns, Carrollton is the cultural, educational, health care, and commercial center for the west Georgia region. At the heart of Carrollton is its historic downtown and Adamson Square lined with shops, galleries, and restaurants. Each season offers unique local events and opportunities for year-round recreation. Outdoor activities abound through award-winning spaces, including an 18-mile paved walking and biking Greenbelt trail that encircles the city and passes through the UWG campus. The city embraces the University's students, faculty, and staff, and welcomes the diversity UWG brings to the community. Invested in education with highly rated city and county K-12 systems, both city and county public school graduation rates are 90% and above and rank among the top in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

Job Summary

• Collaborate with the Music and Production departments to organize and maintain MusicMaster Libraries.
• Display leadership by training and scheduling On-Air Personalities to ensure all shifts are covered.
• Write clearly to maintain On-Air personality request forms and checklists.
• Critically evaluate own work and the work of others for accuracy, fairness, clarity, and proper style to approve all new stagers, promos, liners, openers, legal IDs, and other station on-air imaging.
• Display professionalism and leadership by keeping a current list of On-Air Personalities with contact numbers and e-mail addresses in the booth and office.
• Collaborate with Program Director to critically evaluate the work of yourself and others through listening to on-air entities for quality issues.
• Demonstrate an understanding of professional and ethical principles and work ethically in pursuit of truth, accuracy, fairness and diversity to schedule On Air Personalities for events.
• Exhibit leadership and teamwork by scheduling monthly On Air Personality meetings.
• Apply current tools and technologies to assist with station remotes and events.
• Utilize teamwork and leadership to train and mentor staff and volunteers.
• Adhere to all Policy and Procedures.
• Report any and all violations to GM and OM.

Qualifications

• Must be a current University of West Georgia student enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours and maintaining at least a 2.0 cumulative grade-point average.

All students must have completed one or more of the following courses:

• In house WIT Training Course
• COMM 3351 Radio Program Production
• COMM-3352 Fundamentals of Television Production
• COMM-3353 Fundamentals of Film & Video Production
• COMM 4421 Radio Practicum
• COMM 4485 Sports Communication
• COMM-3354 Digital Social Media & Society

Preferred Qualifications

• Skilled with Adobe Audition

Physical Requirements

• Frequently moves Audio/Visual equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across campus for various classrooms and events needs

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment may be contingent upon completion of background checks, credential verification, reference checks, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made subject to applicable laws, institution policies, and BOR/USG regulations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It is the policy of the University of West Georgia to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.