Broadcast Personality/Production Specialist II (TEMP)

WUCF:

WUCF FM & TV are an NPR-affiliated public radio station and a PBS-affiliated public television station, licensed to and located at the University of Central Florida. We believe that attracting and retaining diverse staff is crucial to serving our community and fulfilling our mission to be Central Florida’s storytellers.

The Opportunity: 

Talent on WUCF FM require a unique love of jazz music, a voice that our audience responds with, and a number of technical skills. The individuals who fill these roles need to have a deep knowledge of the UCF jazz program, the history of jazz in Central Florida, Florida, and the country, as well have ties to the Central Florida community at large to engage with our listeners on a daily basis. As we continuously work to build a culture of belonging at WUCF, we encourage candidates from a variety of backgrounds and experiences to apply.
 

Responsibilities:  

• Content creation and on-air presentation for established jazz music, non-commercial station, which includes preparation and execution of both live and pre-recorded elements and audience interaction.

• Commercial/promotional digital audio production work.

• Duties include audio production operations including board operations, audio editing and more.

• The selected candidate will be responsible for social media promotion for during scheduled shift.

• Represents the station at community engagement opportunities.

• Utilizes verbal abilities to engage with audience on the air, via the telephone, and on social media. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information    

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Prior on-air radio hosting/podcasting experience.

• Prior public speaking/emcee experience.

Additional Application Materials Required:

In addition to your application, please attach 2 professional references, including a previous supervisor.

  

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?  

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck. 

 

Working at UCF has its perks!  UCF offers: 

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program   

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays  

• Retirement savings options   

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions   

• Education assistance   

• Flexible work environment   

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here .

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins. 

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Department

Communications and Marketing - WUCF TV - OPS

Hours of Work

Part time

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday; 2pm-7pm; Onsite

Type of Appointment

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Hourly Rate

$23.33 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

03-28-2024-12-00-AM

Benefits Eligibility

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state’s benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First.  OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off.  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. 

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.