STUDENT MUSIC DIRECTOR

KTXT-FM is currently accepting applications for its Music Director position until January 25th.  Undergraduate students with a wide interest in music, excellent communication skills and computer experience are encouraged to apply.  This is a paid part-time position within the Texas Tech College of Media and Communication that will begin in February of 2013. All Resumes should be sent to Derrick Ginter, derrick.ginter@ttu.edu, on or before January 25th.

Responsibilities:

• All music content on KTXT-FM, its audio stream and related content on its website
• Review and approve all submitted music for airplay (including specialty shows)
• Enter new music into automation system
• Maintain and police the station’s music library
• Use PowerGold to build, schedule and maintain music rotations in automation system
• Maintain music reporting requirements for CRB, RIAA and others
• Train students and staff on voice-tracking and live-host duties
• Schedule students and staff to cover on-air music shifts
• Maintain music lists on station website
• Maintain tracking reports for CMJ and other reporting outlets
• Build relationships with Music Industry and Performing Groups
• Schedule performing groups for possible live on-air play
• Assist with production needs
• Assist with station promotion and branding
• Assist with posting content to station website
• Coordinate efforts with station staff
• Generate, maintain and retain reports relating to music content
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Skills:

• Working knowledge of GarageBand, Final Cut Express and Adobe Audition audio editing software
• Knowledge of PowerGold music scheduling software
• Knowledge of RCS NexGen automation system
• Knowledge of popular and other music relevant to station’s format
• Basic knowledge of audio editing
• Use of Mac, PCs and other station equipment
• Knowledge of basic studio and station operation